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NLEX to NAIAX: Toll Fee, Travel Time and Route 2026

Toll, Class 1 (cars)₱309
Toll, Class 2 / Class 3₱618 / ₱926
ExpresswaysSkyway Stage 3, Skyway, NAIAX

Travel from NLEX Balintawak to NAIA via Skyway Stage 3, the Skyway system, and NAIA Expressway. This multi-expressway route connects the northern expressway network directly to the airport.

Aditya Aman, author and expressway expert based in Manila, PhilippinesBy Aditya AmanPublished Feb 7, 2026Editorial Policy
TRB-Verified Data
Rates verified 7 months ago·TRB update: Feb 1, 2026
NLEX to NAIAX

Travel from NLEX Balintawak to NAIA via Skyway Stage 3, the Skyway system, and NAIA Expressway. This multi-expressway route connects the northern expressway network directly to the airport.

Route Summary

Toll Fee (Class 1)

309

Toll Plazas

4 plazas

Toll Fee Summary

NLEXNAIAX

Class 1

Class 1

₱309

Class 2

Class 2

₱618

Class 3

Class 3

₱926

Autosweep RFIDEasytrip RFID

Rates based on TRB-approved toll matrix, VAT-inclusive.

Toll Fee Breakdown by Segment

This route crosses 3 expressways. Here is the toll fee breakdown per segment for Class 1 vehicles:

Skyway Stage 3

BalintawakBuendia

264Autosweep

SLEX

BuendiaNAIAX

0Autosweep

NAIAX

SkywayNAIA Terminal 1

45Easytrip
Total Toll Fee309

RFID Balance Needed

This route uses multiple RFID systems. Make sure both accounts have sufficient balance:

Autosweep264
Easytrip45

RFID Requirements

Provider networks on this route

Under ordinary accounts, this route uses Autosweep and Easytrip provider balances. A confirmed One RFID account can provide one selected balance across participating roads. Check your enrollment and posted credit before departure.

Skyway Stage 3

Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 · 18.83 km

Skyway

Metro Manila Skyway · 38.6 km

NAIAX

Ninoy Aquino International Airport Expressway · 12.65 km

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the toll fee from NLEX to NAIAX?
The toll fee from NLEX to NAIAX is ₱309 for Class 1 vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans), ₱618 for Class 2, and ₱926 for Class 3. This route passes through Skyway Stage 3, Skyway, NAIAX. All rates are VAT-inclusive and based on 2026 TRB-approved toll rates.
Which expressways do I take from NLEX to NAIAX?
The route from NLEX to NAIAX uses the following expressways: Skyway Stage 3, Skyway, NAIAX. You will pass through interchange points connecting these expressways.
What RFID do I need for the NLEX to NAIAX route?
This route requires Autosweep and Easytrip RFID. Since the route crosses expressways operated by different companies, you will need both RFID systems loaded with sufficient balance. Make sure to install both RFID stickers before your trip.
Is the toll fee from NLEX to NAIAX the same in both directions?
In most cases, Philippine expressway toll fees are the same in both directions. However, some routes may have slight differences depending on the toll system configuration. We recommend checking the reverse route (NAIAX to NLEX) for the exact fare in the opposite direction.
Are NLEX to NAIAX toll fees VAT-inclusive?
Yes, all toll fees shown for the NLEX to NAIAX route are VAT-inclusive. The amounts displayed are the exact fees that will be deducted from your RFID balance. No additional surcharges apply.
What is the total trip cost from NLEX to NAIAX?
The total trip cost from NLEX to NAIAX includes toll fees (₱309 for Class 1). For a sedan, budget approximately ₱0 for the one-way trip. This does not include parking or food stops.
Can I pay cash at the NLEX to NAIAX toll plazas?
Prepare a working RFID arrangement and sufficient posted balance before travel. Check the operator’s current lane and payment instructions; do not assume a cash lane will be available. For installation or replacement, use an authorized site and confirm its current process and charges.

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