PAL Launches Chartered Flights Vladivostok

In response to growing tourist arrivals from Russia, Philippine Airlines has commenced chartered flights between Manila and the Russian city of Vladivostok.

The chartered flights are being carried out in partnership with Primorsky Agency of Aviation Companies TM Biletur, one of the biggest tour companies in Far East Russia.

According to the Tourism Department, 21,736 Russians visited the Philippines during the first 8 months of 2013. This number represents a 32.53% increase from the number of Russian tourist arrivals covering the same period last year (2012).

“We recognize the growing demand from Russian tourists for a direct air link to the Philippines. Through this service, we hope to be able to serve this market and more importantly, help our government’s efforts to boost tourism,” said PAL President Ramon S. Ang.

Chartered flights to and from the two cities will be scheduled throughout the year.