MANILA — AirAsia MOVE (MOVE), Asia’s best travel booking app, has been accredited by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in the Philippines, strengthening its airline partnerships and giving Filipino and international travelers more choice when flying to and from the Philippines, while supporting greater connectivity to destinations worldwide.
The milestone reflects MOVE’s continued evolution into a platform that brings every part of the journey together, connecting travelers to a growing network of airlines and travel products and services through one app. Today, MOVE offers access to more than 700 airlines to 3,000 destinations worldwide, including direct partnerships with global carriers such as Etihad Airways, ANA, VietJet, among others. Beyond flights, MOVE also offers more than one million hotels, live events, attractions, and other travel services, all in one app.
For Philippine tourism, the growing presence of OTAs, such as MOVE, creates more opportunities for airlines, travel businesses, and tourism partners to connect with travelers through technology, expanded distribution, and a more seamless booking experience.
“Our IATA accreditation is already opening new doors for MOVE. Within the first few weeks, around 30 international airlines serving routes to and from the Philippines have granted us ticketing authority,” said Malou Japson, Country Head for MOVE Philippines.
“Travel is an ecosystem, and no single player can thrive in isolation. Our growing engagement with both local and global tourism and aviation organizations strengthens our ability to collaborate, build meaningful partnerships, and contribute to conversations shaping the future of travel in the Philippines. We see a strong opportunity for MOVE to take a more active role in connecting Filipinos to the world, while helping position the Philippines as a more accessible and compelling destination for international travelers. Ultimately, our goal is not simply to facilitate travel, but to help build stronger connections across the entire travel ecosystem.”
The accreditation also builds on MOVE’s growing engagement with the travel and tourism industry. Earlier this year, MOVE also became a member of the Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) and Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA), further strengthening its ties with the local travel community. MOVE has also been strengthening its collaboration with the Department of Tourism through the “Discover More to Love” campaign, aimed at boosting domestic travel.
As MOVE continues to expand its airline partnerships and travel products and services, it remains committed to connecting more travelers with destinations and experiences in the Philippines, in ASEAN, and around the world.
