Tag: Flights
MAYAir moves base from Cancun to Mérida
The regional airline MAYAir will move its base of operations from Cancun to Mérida in 30 days, said the president of the its board of directors.
Defiant Volaris still charging luggage fees, to appeal fine
Volaris said it will keep charging for the first checked suitcase on its flights from Mexico to the United States and Canada, despite the fine imposed on Tuesday by Profeco for doing just that.
New Mayan World routes to bring 4,000 passengers monthly
An airline deal will go a long way to remind travelers that Mexico represents more than beach vacations.
Plane returns to Mérida airport after possibly striking bird
An Interjet A320 airplane that left the airport this morning had to turn around after one of its engines presumably struck a bird.
Flights from Atlanta to Mérida start Dec. 1, pending approvals
Delta and its new joint venture partner Aeroméxico plans to launch new routes from Atlanta to Mérida starting Dec. 1, subject to government approvals.
After delay, American Airlines announces Miami-Mérida flights
After a six-month delay, American Airlines' Miami-Mérida flight is said to be a reality, due Friday, June 2.
Mexico sues 3 airlines for luggage fees; Volaris fights back
Profeco, Mexico's Federal Consumer Attorney's Office, is suing Aeroméxico, Volaris and Interjet for charging passengers for their first checked suitcase on fights to the U.S. and Canada.
Tough airline sanctions approved by lawmakers
Airlines are punished for making passengers suffer, under a bill that has passed the lower house of Congress.
New terminal, hotel coming to Cancun airport
A fourth Cancun airport terminal is on track to be completed this year, and a hotel within the airport will likely be completed in 2018.
Mérida posts highest growth in Easter travel
The White City is growing in popularity among travelers on Easter break. Much more rapidly, in fact, than any other holiday destination in Mexico.
Finally, an airport for San Miguel de Allende
Expat haven San Miguel de Allende is finally getting its own airport, and it could be part of the Mayan Route, linking Yucatan and other Mexican cities.
Airfares to Mexico’s top winter destinations are cheaper
Ticket prices to Cancun and eight other top destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean are down compared to the same time a year ago.
Dallas, Milan flights dropped
Flights from Mérida's international airport to Dallas, via American Airlines, and to Milan, Italy, via Blue Panorama, will instead connect from Cancun's much larger airport.
AA’s Miami-Mérida flight cleared for takeoff
American Airlines says it has received the paperwork it needed to begin service between Miami and Mérida, according to the Associated Press.
Red tape grounds U.S. flights to Mérida, Cancun
Newly initiated flights from Los Angeles and Miami have been canceled, disrupting travel plans for thousands of travelers, while airlines await approval from Mexican authorities.
Southwest links LA to Cancun with direct flights
Already making huge strides in Mexico market over the past two years, Southwest Airlines now has direct flights from Los Angeles to Cancun, Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos.
Passengers flying to Mérida stuck on wait lists
Flights from Mexico City to Mérida are sold out. All week, airlines have reported no seats available to get directly to the capital of Yucatán.
American Airlines’ Miami flights begin today
American Airlines begins its direct connection to Miami today, yet another option for U.S. travelers.
Miami-Mérida flights coming a week early
American Airlines' new Miami-Mérida route is coming earlier than expected.
U.S.-Mexico flights open up, likely to get cheaper
Most restrictions on flights between the U.S. and Mexico were lifted Sunday, which most likely means more options and lower prices for travelers going in either direction.
Daily Mérida-Miami flights to begin in September
Add Miami to the list of direct international flights from the Mérida International Airport.
With more flights, cheaper fares predicted
If Southwest gets approval to add all these flights to Mexico, the impact on tourism and the economy would be significant, analysts say.
Air Route links Oaxaca, Yucatán, Cuba
A Oaxaca-Yucatáa air route starts May 8, and will soon link to Havana, officials announced.
Direct flights to Havana to be restored
Direct flights between Havana and Mérida will resume after many years, La Jornada Maya reports. An official announcement is expected in April.
