CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY— The Laguindingan International Airport (LIA), operated by Aboitiz InfraCapital Laguindingan Airport Corporation (ALAC) strengthens connectivity and positions the airport as the region’s primary gateway to its diverse tourism destinations, supporting the growth of tourism in Northern Mindanao.
“Air connectivity is a key enabler of tourism growth. By strengthening access to Northern Mindanao through Laguindingan International Airport, we help open the region to more travelers and opportunities while supporting local destinations and communities,” said AIC Airports Head of Strategy and Communications Christine Villanueva.
Villanueva highlighted the important role airports play in enabling tourism development, at the Northern MIndanao Tourism Development Plan WriteShop organized through the partnership between the Department of Tourism (DOT) – Region 10 and the Asian Institute of Management – Dr. Andrew Tan Center for Tourism.
Serving as the main air gateway to Northern Mindanao, LIA connects travelers to some of the region’s most exciting attractions, from outdoor adventure sites and eco-tourism destinations to cultural and culinary experiences and the beautiful white sand beaches across the provinces of the region. The airport also provides the baseline infrastructure needed to scale these attractions for international and domestic markets.
“A clear tourism development plan is essential in guiding how Northern Mindanao can grow its tourism sector in a strategic and sustainable way. It ensures that our destinations are developed responsibly, that communities benefit from tourism opportunities, and that stakeholders—from government to private sector partners—are aligned in a shared vision for the region,” said DOT Region 10 Director Marie Elaine Unchuan.
The writeshop brought together tourism stakeholders to develop strategies for destination marketing, tourism product development, sustainability initiatives, and regional collaboration, efforts that will help enhance Northern Mindanao’s competitiveness as a tourism destination.
ALAC noted that the continued development of LIA is aligned with the broader goal of improving access to Northern Mindanao and supporting the region’s vision of becoming a vibrant hub for tourism, business, and investment.
Laguindingan International Airport (LIA) is the main gateway to Northern Mindanao, serving the cities of Cagayan de Oro, Iligan, and the provinces of Misamis Oriental, Lanao del Norte, and Bukidnon. It is strategically located in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental.
LIA is fully owned and managed by Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) and was opened in June 2013. LIA replaced the old Lumbia Airport in Cagayan de Oro City, offering modern facilities designed to accommodate the region’s growing passenger and cargo demands.
As part of AIC Airports’ assets, LIA is positioned to be a key regional hub supporting Mindanao’s trade, tourism, and economic development. (Photos: Aboitiz InfraCapital-LIA/Edilyth Maribojoc-Caloñge)
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