Aeroméxico to Restart Caracas Flights After Decade-Long Halt

Aeroméxico, Mexico’s flagship carrier, announced its plan to resume scheduled passenger service between Mexico City and Caracas, Venezuela. The move, slated for October 2026, marks the airline’s return to the South American nation after a decade-long hiatus driven by economic instability and capital repatriation challenges.

The proposed service will connect Mexico City International Airport with Caracas’ Simón Bolívar International Airport. According to official company statements, the route remains under evaluation and is subject to regulatory approval by authorities in both countries. Details regarding flight schedules and ticket availability will be announced once the necessary authorizations are secured.

Fleet and Strategic Expansion

Aeromexico plans to deploy its Boeing 737 MAX fleet on the Caracas route, which the airline describes as among the most modern and efficient aircraft in its inventory. The reintroduction of the destination forms part of the company’s broader international expansion strategy aimed at strengthening its presence in South America.

With the addition of Caracas, Aeroméxico will operate a total of 10 routes in the region, complementing its existing services to Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, and Argentina.

“The intention to resume the Caracas route will represent a very important step in expanding Mexico’s connectivity network with South America, meeting market demand and reaffirming our commitment to offering more and better travel options,” said Giancarlo Mulinelli, Senior Vice President of Global Sales, Aeroméxico.

Economic and Diplomatic Context

The airline originally suspended operations to Venezuela in 2016. At the time, a severe economic crisis and strict currency controls prevented foreign companies from repatriating earnings, creating an increasingly difficult business environment.

The renewed push for connectivity comes amid Venezuela’s gradual reopening to international markets. Recent developments include the easing of certain financial sanctions by the United States and the European Union, as well as the country’s preliminary efforts to restructure its public debt and the liabilities of state-owned oil company PDVSA.

Mulinelli noted that the airline has been closely monitoring developments in the country. “Caracas was a great route; we, like many airlines around the world, have been closely following developments in this South American country in order to make an informed decision,” he said during a previous briefing.

Data from Mexico’s National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) and civil society organizations estimate that the Venezuelan community in Mexico has doubled in recent years, reaching approximately 100,000 people, including migrants and asylum seekers.

Aeroméxico emphasized that the return to Venezuela is expected to “strengthen commercial, tourism, and cultural ties between both countries, offering customers a direct and efficient option to travel between these two important capitals.”