Avianca Reactivates Santiago-Cartagena Route: A Seasonal Bet Boosting Connectivity Between Southern Cone and the Caribbean
Avianca has reactivated its direct route between Santiago, Chile, and Cartagena, a seasonal operation available from January through February. This move aligns with the high travel demand at the start of the year and is part of the airline’s strategy to strengthen its international network in Latin America.
This decision not only responds to a specific commercial interest but also re-establishes a direct connection on the map between the Southern Cone and one of the most important tourist destinations in the Colombian Caribbean, reducing travel times and eliminating intermediate stops.
A Seasonal Route Focused on Connectivity and Efficiency
According to the airline, the reactivation of the Santiago-Cartagena route is part of its strategy to offer efficient and reliable operations, expanding direct connectivity options between key regional markets during the months of highest tourist flow.
Avianca emphasizes that this route aims to meet the demand of passengers who prioritize point-to-point flights, especially during high-mobility holiday seasons, where time optimization and the onboard experience are decisive factors.
In the words of David Aleman, Sales Director for South America and Colombia: “The reactivation of the Santiago de Chile-Cartagena route allows us to continue strengthening international connectivity between the Southern Cone and Cartagena, expanding travel alternatives for our customers at the start of the year. As of January 15, this route will incorporate the Americas Business Class experience, as part of our commitment to offer a consistent, high-level product across the continent.”
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Schedules and Frequencies
The route will operate with three weekly frequencies in each direction.
Scheduled Times
- Santiago de Chile -> Cartagena
Flight: AV132
Days: Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Departure: 05:10
Arrival: 09:50
- Cartagena -> Santiago de Chile
Flight: AV133
Days: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Departure: 19:30
Arrival: 04:05
Americas Business Class: Added Value of the Product
A central point of this reactivation is the introduction, starting January 15, of the Americas Business Class, a product that Avianca has been standardizing on medium- and long-haul routes within the continent.
Service Features
- Premium/Business Class seats located in the first three rows of the aircraft, with more space and recline.
- On flights longer than four hours, delivery of an amenity kit by Mola Sosa, made from recycled PET bottle fabric and developed in collaboration with women from the Gunadule community, which includes Loto del Sur products.
- Onboard meal and beverage service.
- Access to the Avianca On Air entertainment system from personal devices.
- Expanded baggage policy: One personal item, one carry-on bag up to 10 kg, and two checked bags of 32 kg each.
- Priority services: check-in, boarding, and baggage handling.
- Access to Avianca VIP Lounges.
- Accumulation of 10 Lifemiles per dollar spent.
This approach reinforces the airline’s intention to position a consistent product for corporate and high-value passengers, even on routes with a strong tourist component.
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