Avianca launches operations for four new direct routes

TAMPA – Avianca continues to expand its network to provide more connection alternatives and accessibility for travelers. With the launch of operations for four new direct routes – Tampa-Bogotá, Fort Lauderdale-Medellín, Miami-San José (Costa Rica), and San Juan-San José (Costa Rica) – travelers can enjoy a broad range of options to connect with the United States and the Caribbean.

With the addition of Tampa as a new destination in the U.S. and the expansion of connectivity in Puerto Rico and Latin America, Avianca offers strategic frequencies to facilitate business, tourism, and international travel connections.

The new routes are operated on Airbus A320 family aircraft with a capacity of 180 passengers and will offer a total of 8,000 weekly seats, distributed as follows: Tampa – Bogotá with 1,440 available weekly seats; Fort Lauderdale – Medellín with more than 2,520 weekly seats; Miami – San José with 2,520 weekly seats and; San Juan – San José with three weekly flights, directly connecting Puerto Rico with Costa Rica.

“In the past year, we transported more than 38 million passengers to domestic and international destinations while consolidating the largest route network in our history. Now, in 2025, we want to continue providing greater access and connectivity to our customers. That’s why, with the launch of our new routes from Tampa to Bogotá, Fort Lauderdale to Medellín, and Miami to San José, we now have 43 direct routes connecting the United States with the rest of the Americas, enabling millions of passengers to travel across diverse geographies and millions of tourists to visit the U.S.,” said Frederico Pedreira, CEO of Avianca. 

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Tampa: A New Gateway to Latin America

Tampa is one of Florida’s main cities, and this historic connection, which Avianca is operating for the first time, will offer travelers on both ends more opportunities for direct travel. Passengers in Tampa will be able to connect via Bogotá to over 80 destinations across the Americas and Europe.

“Tampa International Airport has achieved a major milestone in connecting Tampa Bay to Bogota,” TPA CEO Joe Lopano said. “With our new airline partner Avianca, TPA now has nonstop flights to South America for the very first time, giving our residents unparalleled access to Colombia and beyond. I’m grateful to Avianca, as well as the efforts of our community partners throughout Tampa Bay, for helping us make this longtime goal a reality.” 

“The launch of Avianca’s Tampa–Bogotá route strengthens the bridge between Colombia and the United States, fostering deeper business, tourism, and cultural ties. With record-breaking tourism growth and expanding connectivity, this new route is more than just a flight, it’s an invitation for Florida’s west coast to discover Colombia, The Country of Beauty”, said Carmen Caballero, President of ProColombia, the country’s promotion agency. 

Through Bogotá, travelers will be able to connect with 25 domestic destinations in Colombia, gaining access to all regions of the country and conveniently enjoying cities such as Medellín, Cartagena, Cali, Quibdó, San Andrés, Leticia, and more.

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