Asia's first airline Philippine Airlines (PAL) began flying on 15 March 1941. At first they were primarily a regional carrier, but in 1946 PAL flew its first international flight, to California. Further flights to the US, then Asia and Europe, were added over the next few decades. Today PAL flies to 13 countries, while also maintaining extensive networks inside Asia and the Philippines. Manila Flights are the most traveled airplane destination in the Philippines. There are about 150,000 seats available for international travel out of Philippines per week. The longest flights out of Philippines is 7,300 miles. When purchasing airline tickets to the Philippines shop well ahead to allow for the best chance to get cheap discount tickets. Never buy the first Philippine Airlines ticket you inquire about, but get many online quotes first.