Drivers using Skyway NAIA must pay toll

Starting on November 16, Skyway operator, Skyway O&M Corp. (Somco), will start collecting toll from motorists using the Skyway System through phase one of the NAIA Expressway.

The VAT-inclusive toll is part of the interim operation agreement signed by the Department of Public Works and Highways, the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB), Citra Metro Manila Tollways Corp. and Somco.

Under the rates approved by TRB, Class 1 vehicles (cars, jeepneys, pick-ups and vans) will be charged P35 while Class 2 vehicles (light trucks, tourist/school/public utility buses and other vehicles with a height of 7 feet or more) will be charged P70.

The NAIA Expressway (Phase 1) crosses the Skyway System near the Sales interchange leading to and from Andrews Avenue in Villamor Air Base, Pasay City.

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