Avianca launches new direct route from Fort Lauderdale to Managua

FORT LAUDERDALE – Avianca announce the launch of a new direct route connecting Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Managua (MGA), Nicaragua. Beginning May 10, 2025, travelers from South Florida will have daily access to the Nicaraguan capital, enhancing connectivity for both leisure and business passengers.

With this expansion, Avianca strengthens its presence in Fort Lauderdale, complementing its existing routes to Bogotá and its recently announced service to Medellín, Colombia. Adding Fort Lauderdale as a gateway to Nicaragua provides travelers with a convenient and efficient travel option to explore Managua’s rich culture, history, and growing business opportunities.

“Avianca is committed to strengthening its network and providing travelers with more options. The launch of this new route between Fort Lauderdale and Managua underscores our dedication to connecting key markets and offering seamless access to the best destinations in Latin America,” said Rolando Damas, Director of Sales for Avianca in North America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe.

Flight Schedule*:

*Operation subject to government approval.

Flights will be operated on Airbus A320 aircraft, accommodating up to 180 passengers. This new route will add over 2,500 additional seats weekly between Fort Lauderdale and Managua, enhancing accessibility and convenience for travelers.

Avianca encompasses Avianca – a Star Alliance member – LifeMiles, and Avianca Cargo. In passenger transportation, Avianca, with over 105 years of operation since its founding in 1919, is the leading airline in Colombia, Ecuador, and Central America. It operates one of the largest air networks in Latin America, offering 150 routes, more than 700 daily flights, and a fleet of 140 Airbus A320 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, connecting over 75 destinations across 25+ countries in the Americas and Europe. In 2024, Avianca transported nearly 38 million customers and operated more than 258,000 flights. Its loyalty program, LifeMiles, is one of the largest in Latin America, with over 14 million members and more than 400 partner merchants. In cargo transportation, Avianca Cargo is the leading operator in various markets across the Americas, connecting over 350 destinations through its 220 weekly cargo flights, passenger flight network, and interline agreements.

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