Introduction of Two International Flights from Mexico City’s AIFA Airport
Viva Aerobus, a low-cost Mexican airline, has announced two new international routes from the Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Ángeles (AIFA) to Austin, Texas, and New York. The first route will commence on November 20 with three weekly frequencies, while the second route is temporary and will run from December 12 to January 11, 2026. The service will resume in June 2026 for the FIFA World Cup.
Existing Routes and Expansion
These new routes add to the seven international flights announced in April, connecting AIFA with Los Angeles, Chicago O’Hare, Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver, Houston, Miami, and Orlando. Currently, Aeromexico is the only airline flying from AIFA to the US, serving Houston and McAllen.
AIFA’s Growing Importance
General Isidoro Pastor, AIFA’s director, emphasized the airline’s commitment to enhancing international connectivity and tourism opportunities for Mexicans. He highlighted the role of Viva, their staff, strategic location, and top-tier infrastructure in establishing AIFA as a premier flight hub in Mexico City’s metropolitan area.
Additional National Routes
This year, Viva also announced two new domestic routes: Veracruz and Saltillo, set to begin operations in November. With the addition of Austin and New York, Viva will operate a total of 42 routes from AIFA by the end of 2025, comprising 11 international and 31 national flights, compared to 29 routes at the end of the previous year.
Strategic Importance of AIFA
Juan Carlos Zuazua, Viva’s director, stressed the significance of AIFA in their expansion strategy towards the US. He described AIFA as a crucial international connectivity hub for their passengers, especially with the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. Viva aims to connect Mexicans with various tournament venues and welcome international tourists during this major sporting event.
Key Questions and Answers
- What are the new international routes announced by Viva Aerobus? Viva Aerobus has introduced two new international routes from the Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Ángeles (AIFA) in Mexico City: Austin, Texas, and New York.
- When do these new routes begin? The route to Austin starts on November 20, while the temporary route to New York runs from December 12, 2025, to January 11, 2026. The New York route will resume in June 2026 for the FIFA World Cup.
- What other international destinations does Viva Aerobus serve from AIFA? Viva Aerobus currently offers flights to Los Angeles, Chicago O’Hare, Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver, Houston, Miami, and Orlando from AIFA.
- Who is Aeromexico, and what is its role in AIFA flights? Aeromexico is the only airline currently flying from AIFA to the US, serving Houston and McAllen.
- Why is AIFA significant for Viva Aerobus? AIFA plays a crucial role in Viva Aerobus’s expansion strategy towards the US, serving as a vital international connectivity hub for their passengers.
- What are the newly announced domestic routes? Viva Aerobus has also introduced two new domestic routes: Veracruz and Saltillo, both starting in November.
