Royal Air Philippines, a Philippine-based airline, announced today that it will start flights from Kunming City, China to Bohol-Panglao International Airport (BPIA) on July 25, 2023.
The airline will operate two flights per week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The flight will depart from Kunming at 10:00 AM and arrive in Bohol at 1:00 PM. The return flight will depart from Bohol at 2:00 PM and arrive in Kunming at 5:00 PM.
Royal Air Philippines is a relatively new airline, having started commercial operations in 2018. The airline currently operates a fleet of two Airbus A320-200 aircraft and provides domestic and international non-scheduled airline and cargo services.
The addition of the Kunming-Bohol route is a significant expansion for Royal Air Philippines. The airline has been growing rapidly in recent years and the new route is a sign of its commitment to expanding its network, the Royal Air management said in a statement.
The new route will be welcomed by tourists and businesses alike, the statement said.
Royal Air said Bohol is a popular tourist destination in the Philippines, known for its white-sand beaches, clear waters, and lush rainforests.
The province is also home to the Chocolate Hills, a unique geological formation that is a must-see for any visitor to the Philippines, according to Royal Air.
The new route will also be beneficial for businesses in Bohol, said Bohol First District Congressman Edgar M. Chatto.
The province is home to a number of manufacturing and export-oriented industries, and the new flight will make it easier for businesses to import and export goods, Chatto said.
The addition of the Kunming-Bohol route is a positive development for the Philippines, Chatto said. The new route will boost tourism and trade, and it will help to connect the Philippines to more destinations in Asia, he noted.