In the Philippines, All Saints’ Day or Undas is more than just a holiday, it’s a heartfelt tradition. Every year, Filipino families make time to head back to their hometowns, visit departed loved ones, and gather for prayers and food, turning the solemn grounds a venue for family reunion.
According to AirAsia MOVE data, among those who booked flights from October 30 to November 2, 2025, 81% are traveling domestically, while 19% are heading abroad.
While Holy Week remains the year’s biggest travel season, Undas isn’t far behind, with trips during the break now making up around 53% of Holy Week’s total bookings.
This highlights how deeply rooted the tradition of going home and paying respects remains, even as travel habits evolve with time.
Where Filipinos Flew From
Top origin cities include Manila, Cebu, Tacloban, Iloilo, and Bacolod, showing how major hubs connect the provinces during this meaningful season.
Interestingly, Manila remains both a top origin and destination, as it’s home to the Manila North Cemetery, the country’s largest, which welcomed 1.6 million visitors last year.
Top Destinations
The same top origin cities also appeared as the top destinations, with Boracay replacing Bacolod on the list.
Internationally, travelers mostly jetted off to Taipei, Tokyo, Osaka, Kuala Lumpur, and Seoul,.
While Undas remains a time for reflection and reunion, some Filipinos are also seizing the break to travel, showing how traditions evolve alongside new travel habits – blending remembrance with recreation.
How Filipinos Planned Their Trips
Most travelers booked two to four weeks ahead, with nearly 34% finalizing plans 15 to 30 days before departure. The peak travel date is October 30, a day earlier than the official long weekend.
In terms of trip duration, nearly half of the travelers (49%) booked a three to four-day trip duration, while 21% opted for five to six days, indicating that many Filipinos combined remembrance with rest and short vacations.
With affordable fares and smarter planning, Filipinos continue to make the most of every opportunity to move, for family, faith, or fun.
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