Avianca seeks daily flights between Argentina and Colombia's Cali, Cartagena

Avianca is seeking to expand its regional operations by adding daily flights connecting Buenos Aires with Cali and Cartagena in Colombia. The airline has submitted a request to Colombia's civil aviation authority for these new services, which would utilize Airbus A319, A320, and A320neo aircraft.

This move is facilitated by the Open Skies agreement signed by Argentina and Colombia in May 2025. This agreement significantly liberalized the air travel market between the two countries, removing previous limitations on flight frequencies and the number of airlines allowed to operate. The goal was to foster greater competition, leading to more competitive fares and improved services for travelers.

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This agreement is key to expanding Colombia's air connectivity with the world, especially with Latin America. We will continue to grow in passengers and opportunities for all.

Colombia's Minister of Transport, María Fernanda Rojas, previously highlighted the agreement's importance for enhancing Colombia's global connectivity, particularly within Latin America. The initiative aims to create new connections between various Argentine and Colombian cities, moving beyond just the primary urban centers. This aligns with a previous expansion where Avianca was authorized to operate a route between Córdoba and Bogotá in June 2025, offering an alternative to flying through Buenos Aires.

Currently, Avianca operates six routes connecting Argentina and Colombia with 49 weekly frequencies. The proposed new flights to Cali and Cartagena would represent a significant addition to Avianca's network from Argentina, pending approval from Argentine aviation authorities, which is expected next week.

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Within the framework of the Open Skies policy promoted by the National Government, Avianca adds a new route to travel abroad without passing through Buenos Aires, fostering greater regional connectivity. With this measure, the route connecting the cities of Bogotá and Córdoba is opened with seven weekly frequencies.