NAIA opens arrival curbside at T1
NEW NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the private operator of Aquino International Airport (NAIA), has opened the main arrival curbside at Terminal 1 to all private vehicles, making the once-restricted area accessible to all passengers—not just VIPs.
This change aims to provide a more inclusive and convenient experience for arriving travelers and their loved ones, as part of a broader effort to improve traffic flow and passenger comfort at one of the airport’s busiest terminals.
Opening the arrival curbside to all passengers is a key feature of the newly reconfigured pickup system at Terminal 1, aimed at simplifying pickups for private vehicles, ride-hailing services, and metered taxis while easing congestion and improving the passenger experience.
The soft launch of the new system began today, allowing passengers and transport providers to familiarize themselves with the changes. Full implementation is scheduled for Monday, January 13, providing time to gather feedback and make any necessary adjustments for a smooth transition.
The main arrival curbside has 14 designated loading bays — A1 to A14 — where private vehicles can pick up passengers. With this change, arriving passengers no longer need to go to the ground floor passenger arrival extension area to meet their rides—they can now wait comfortably at the main arrival curbside.
Terminal Transfer shuttle bus services will also operate from this area, with stops located just beyond Bay A14.
As part of the overall reconfiguration, the outer curbside — B1 to B6 — has been designated as an additional pickup area. This section will feature a dedicated Meet and Greet Area, which is set to open on January 12.
