The announcements made in March illustrate a gradual evolution of air connectivity in Latin America, marked by the launch of new routes, capacity adjustments, and a diversification of access points. Between routes departing from secondary cities, the strengthening of certain destinations, and new long-haul connections, these developments are reshaping how the region is accessed.
The United States strengthens its presence in Central America and the Caribbean
Breeze Airways has confirmed the launch of two new direct routes from Tampa. The connection to Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) will begin on July 2 with two weekly frequencies. Then, on October 3, the route to San José (Costa Rica) will be launched, also with two weekly frequencies, marking the first direct connection to Juan Santamaría International Airport in more than twenty years.
Tampa (TPA) – Punta Cana (PUJ) – Thursdays and Sundays:
- Flight MX726: TPA 16:16 – PUJ 19:11
- Flight MX727: PUJ 20:11 – TPA 23:11
Tampa (TPA) – San José (SJO) – Wednesdays and Saturdays:
- Flight MX2684: TPA 06:40 – SJO 07:55
- Flight MX2685: SJO 09:55 – TPA 14:05
In Mexico, Aeroméxico will resume, in partnership with Delta Air Lines, the route between New York and Monterrey from June 11 to August 30, with five weekly frequencies.
New York (JFK) – Monterrey (MTY) – Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays:
- Flight AM 407: JFK 09:30 – MTY 12:15
- Flight AM 406: MTY 16:35 – JFK 23:00
At the same time, anticipating increased demand linked to the FIFA World Cup 2026, Volaris will connect Detroit to Guadalajara starting June 1, with three weekly frequencies.
Detroit (DTW) – Guadalajara (GDL) – Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays:
- Flight Y4 1965: DTW 07:50 – GDL 10:59
- Flight Y4 1964: GDL 23:35 – DTW 06:04 (+1)
Brazil strengthens its international reach
From its Rio de Janeiro hub, GOL will launch direct flights to New York starting July 9 with three weekly frequencies, while Lisbon and Paris will be added from September, consolidating its long-haul network. The airline will also introduce its INSIGNIA by GOL Business class, featuring full-flat seats, a signature dining offer, and lounge access, along with a new Magno status in its Smiles program, offering exclusive benefits to frequent travelers.
New York (JFK) – Rio de Janeiro (GIG):
- Flight G3 7001: JFK 23:00 – GIG 09:55 (+1) – Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
- Flight G3 7000: GIG 21:55 – JFK 06:55 (+1) – Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays
Lisbon (LIS) – Rio de Janeiro (GIG):
- Flight G3 7021: LIS 23:30 – GIG 05:30 (+1) – Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays
- Flight G3 7020: GIG 09:00 – LIS 21:40 – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
Meanwhile, LATAM Airlines already operates a new route between Amsterdam and São Paulo and will also operate from Brussels starting June 1. From July 1, Cape Town will be added, extending the network to Africa.
Amsterdam (AMS) – São Paulo (GRU) – Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays:
- Flight LA8079: AMS 13:10 – GRU 20:35
- Flight LA8078: GRU 18:00 – AMS 10:50 (+1)
Brussels (BRU) – São Paulo (GRU) – Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays:
- Flight LA 8089: BRU 13:10 – GRU 20:10
- Flight LA 8088: GRU 18:10 – BRU 10:50 (+1)
Cape Town (CPT) – São Paulo (GRU):
- Flight LA 8061: CPT 15:50 – GRU 19:50 – Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
- Flight LA 8060: GRU 22:45 – CPT 10:55 (+1) – Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays
Mexico diversifies its entry points
Beyond Mexico City and Cancún, new routes are expanding international access to secondary destinations in the country. Starting June 2, Monterrey will add a connection with Madrid, operated three times per week. This operation is based on an agreement between Iberia and Viva, allowing connections to more than 30 domestic cities through a single booking, facilitating the creation of more flexible itineraries across the country.
Madrid (MAD) – Monterrey (MTY) – Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays:
- Flight IB305: MAD 13:10 – MTY 17:05
- Flight IB306: MTY 18:35 – MAD 13:05 (+1)
At the same time, the Mexican Caribbean strengthens its accessibility from Canada with the launch of a direct route between Montreal and Cozumel, operated by Vacances WestJet Québec.
Montreal (YUL) – Cozumel (CZM) – Fridays:
- Flight WS2812: YUL 11:00 – CZM 14:45
- Flight WS2813: CZM 15:40 – YUL 21:00
Europe strengthens its connections with the region
As part of the winter season, British Airways will increase its frequencies between London and Punta Cana, with four weekly flights departing from Gatwick.
London (LGW) – Punta Cana (PUJ) – Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays:
- Flight BA 2205: LGW 13:10 – PUJ 18:35
- Flight BA 2204: PUJ 20:20 – LGW 08:00 (+1)
Between October and March 2027, the London–San José (Costa Rica) route will increase from three to five weekly frequencies and will be transferred to Heathrow, improving connections with the rest of Europe.
London (LHR) – San José (SJO) – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays:
- Flight BA 233: LHR 11:10 – SJO 16:40
- Flight BA 232: SJO 18:55 – LHR 11:05 (+1)
For its part, LEVEL will launch a new route between Barcelona and Lima in June, strengthening direct connections between Europe and the South American Pacific coast.
Barcelona (BCN) – Lima (LIM) – Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays:
- Flight LL 2611: BCN 13:55 – LIM 20:20
- Flight LL 2610: LIM 21:35 – BCN 17:25 (+1)
March announcements are part of a continuous adjustment of air supply, combining new routes, capacity increases, and a gradual diversification of access to the region.
Photo: Aeroméxico
