Avianca News
Avianca Adds Temporary Flights Between Bogotá and Valencia, Venezuela
As part of its efforts to support travel for those affected by the emergency in Venezuela, including their friends, relatives and rescue organizations, Avianca has temporarily opened bookings for flights between Bogotá and Valencia. The flights will initially operate through July 10 and are available at special fares. Service may be extended depending on how the situation develops.
Avianca Announces Leadership Transition
Avianca announced its succession plan for the airline. Frederico Pedreira will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 28th, 2026, after five years with the company. To further strengthen the airline’s leadership structure and ensure a smooth transition, Avianca’s Board of Directors has approved the creation of a President position, to be filled by Gabriel Oliva concurrently with his COO role, effective immediately. Frederico will remain as CEO until February 28th to ensure full continuity and alignment across the organization.
Avianca selects new JFK Terminal 6 for operations in 2026
JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (T6), and Avianca, the national carrier of Colombia and second-largest airline in South America, today announced that Avianca will make T6 its future home at JFK airport, joining other airlines such as Air Canada, Aer Lingus, Cathay Pacific, JetBlue, Lufthansa and SWISS in the state-of-the-art terminal when it opens to passengers in 2026.
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Avianca and Gol merge to create pan-Latin American airline network
Colombia’s Avianca and Brazil’s GOL have agreed to a merger that will create a pan-Latin American airline network. The brands will remain independent but benefit from greater efficiencies under aligned ownership, and the lowest unit costs in their respective markets.
Avianca to return to London this weekend
Avianca will reactivate its London-Bogotá route this weekend, with flight AV0121 set to take off from Heathrow on Sunday. This will be the longest flight operated by the company.
Amadeus renews Avianca technology partnership
The partnership will be expanded to include distribution via the Amadeus Travel Platform of NDC-enabled content in addition to Avianca’s existing content for travel agencies and corporations.
Avianca emerges from financial restructuring
Officials claim the carrier is now more efficient and financially stronger, with significantly reduced debt and over $1 billion in liquidity. The new carrier is based in the UK.
Avianca to relaunch London connection in the spring
Avianca has confirmed the resumption of flights on the London to Bogotá route. Daily departures with the Colombian flag-carrier will begin on March 27th next year.
Avianca secures US$2bn in funding as bankruptcy battle continues
Colombian flag-carrier Avianca has lined up a $2 billion bankruptcy-loan package to finance its stay in chapter 11 protection in the United States.
Avianca files for bankruptcy protection in United States
Avianca has seen virtually all flights grounded since mid-March, with the resumption of services likely to take many months. The second-largest airline in South America, behind only LATAM, said it would restructure its roughly $5.3 billion in debt and lease obligations.
Avianca brings Dreamliner to new Bogota-Munich route
Celebrating a big occasion in grand style, Munich Airport marked the launch of Avianca’s new service to Bogotá with a traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony.
David Francisco Alemán Andrade, director, Ecuador, Avianca (Spanish)
Avianca director for Ecuador, David Francisco Alemán Andrade, speaks to Breaking Travel News as the carrier is recognised by voters as South America’s Leading Airline Brand during the World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony.