Volaris Adds Five New Domestic and International Flights from Guadalajara
Guadalajara, Jalisco – Volaris, Mexico’s leading low-cost airline, has announced the addition of five new routes from Guadalajara International Airport (GDL). The airline has also incorporated its 150th aircraft into its fleet in Jalisco, further solidifying its presence in the region.
New Routes from Guadalajara
- Direct flights to Durango
- Direct flights to Zihuatanejo
- Direct flights to Puebla
- Direct flights to Villahermosa
- International destination: Bogotá, Colombia
Volaris’s Growth and Impact in Jalisco
Volaris has been a significant player in Jalisco’s aviation sector, currently operating 57 routes within the state. Out of these, 48 originate from Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), while nine depart from Puerto Vallarta’s airport.
Impressive Passenger Numbers
Between January and August of the current year, Volaris transported 7.1 million passengers from Jalisco, with 6.3 million originating from Guadalajara—a 3% increase compared to the same period in the previous year.
Additionally, 827,000 passengers flew with Volaris from Puerto Vallarta’s airport, marking a 36% rise compared to the previous year.
Partnership and Future Opportunities
Raúl Revuelta Musalem, General Director of Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), expressed his satisfaction with Volaris’s partnership, stating: “Volaris has been more than just a customer; they have been a strategic ally. Today, this aircraft number 150 not only speaks to Volaris’s remarkable growth but also highlights the many opportunities that lie ahead.”
Key Questions and Answers
- What new routes has Volaris announced from Guadalajara? Volaris has introduced five new routes: Durango, Zihuatanejo, Puebla, Villahermosa, and Bogotá, Colombia.
- How many aircraft does Volaris currently operate in Jalisco? Volaris has incorporated its 150th aircraft into its fleet in Jalisco.
- How many passengers has Volaris transported from Jalisco this year? Volaris has transported 7.1 million passengers from Jalisco between January and August.
- What is the significance of Volaris’s partnership with Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP)? Volaris and GAP have a strategic partnership, with GAP’s director expressing satisfaction with the collaboration and highlighting future opportunities.
