Why is long distance to the Philippines so much more expensive than any other country?

[MazzyFan]

As in the subject.

[Sushi_Combo]

Alternatively you can always try calling via internet apps like messenger, facetime,whatsapp. 

[HALIMACS]

@MazzyFan 

The cost to call bundled countries depends on the relative costs of providing service to get the associated add on.

Calling the Philippines does tend to be pricier with other mobile service providers too.