MEXICO CITY, April 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Volaris
(NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), the ultra low cost Mexican airline
with the widest route network servicing Mexico and the US, announced today their first
time venture into a Central American market, with the launch of two
new flights to Ciudad Guatemala from Cancun, Quintana Roo and Guadalajara, Jalisco, effective June 18 and operating twice a week.
As part of the carrier's integral expansion plan, Volaris
selected Guatemala as their first
destination in the Central American region to initiate their
operations, given the country's significant growth potential and a
strong demand for low cost air travel services.
"I am very proud to announce today that for the first time,
Volaris will land in Central
America," said Enrique
Beltranena, Volaris CEO. "With this announcement not only do
we reiterate solid growth for our airline, but also, a firm
commitment towards our Customers, to provide them with greater air
connectivity and the lowest fares available in the market."
Pedro Duchez, Director of the
Guatemalan Institute of Tourism (INGUAT) commented: "Today we are
more than pleased with the announcement that the airline Volaris
will start operations in our country and offer low-cost fares that
will connect Guatemala with major
destinations in Mexico and
the United States, which are
priority markets."
"The relationship we are now consolidating with Volaris
unquestionably will result in a positive impact for our country to
open more possibilities for connecting Guatemala with high potential markets,
including Europe through its
international partnerships," concluded the director.
To date, Volaris is the airline with the widest route network
servicing Mexico and the US. The
carrier has transported over 49 million passengers since it started
operating in 2006, and this number continues on the rise as a
result of more than 230 daily flights operated to 58 leading
destinations, including 38 in Mexico and 20 in the US.
For those interested in the newest Volaris service, flight
schedules are announced as follows as of operation start date.
Guadalajara, Jalisco –
Guatemala
(Effective June 18. Thursdays
and Sundays)
- Departing Guadalajara, Jalisco
at 12:23 hrs., arriving Guatemala
at 13:45 hrs.
(Effective June 22. Mondays
and Fridays)
- Departing Guatemala at 5:50
hrs., arriving Guadalajara,
Jalisco at 9:25 hrs.
Cancun, Quintana Roo –
Guatemala
(Effective June 18. Thursdays
and Sundays)
- Departing Guatemala at 15:05
hrs., arriving Cancun, Quintana
Roo at 17:45 hrs.
- Departing Cancun, Quintana Roo
at 19:15 hrs., arriving Guatemala
at 19:48 hrs.
Booking is now available at an introductory fare starting at
US$ 109 from Cancun and US$129 from Guadalajara, taxes included, with Volaris'
innovative "Tu Decides" pay-per-service arrangement, whereby
Customers select exclusively those services they need for their
specific travel needs. Tickets are available through all Volaris
sales channels including online (www.volaris.com), our Call Center
in Mexico (01-800-122-8000) and in
the US (1-866-988- 3527), as well as travel agencies.
About Volaris
Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion, S.A.B. de C.V.
(NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) is an ultra low cost airline providing
point to point services and operating between Mexico and the US. The ultra low cost highly
efficient business model offered by Volaris provides low base fares
to develop its market, coupled with outstanding levels of quality
services and a wide array of products. Since beginning their
operations in March 2006, Volaris has
increased its routes from an initial 5 to a current 136 and its
fleet from 4 to 51 aircraft. Volaris currently operates over 230
daily flight segments on routes connecting 38 cities in
Mexico and 21 international cities
with Mexico's most modern airplane
fleet. Volaris targets passengers visiting friends and family,
price sensitive business travelers, and leisure travelers in
Mexico and to select US
destinations. Proudly Mexican, Volaris is regarded as one of the
new leading companies in the country. Among other recognitions,
Volaris has received the prestigious ESR Award for Social Corporate
Responsibility for five consecutive years. For more information,
please visit: www.volaris.com
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