Air France will launch a nonstop Manila-to-Paris flight beginning in December, Air France-KLM General Manager for Southeast Asia and Oceania Femke Kroese said.

On Tuesday, Kroese said the move is expected to boost trade and tourism exchanges between Manila, France, and the European Union.

The airline will operate three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday), the official added.

She said the flights will complement existing services of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, which is currently operating every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.

The flight time will be approximately 14 hours. The airline will also offer night flights. 

“So you will be arriving very early in the City of Paris to have the full day to explore,” said Kroese.

The Department of Transportation assured the Ninoy Aquino International Airport is “very much prepared” for the nonstop Manila-Paris flights. (Photo courtesy of Presidential Communications Office)