Aeroméxico and Delta Announce Three New Nonstop Routes from Mexico City to Orange County, Fort Lauderdale, and Portland
Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines announced on Monday the launch of three new nonstop routes connecting Mexico City International Airport with Orange County, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, and Portland, Oregon. Operations are scheduled to begin in January 2027 under their Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA), cementing a network of 27 US destinations from the Mexican capital and positioning Mexico’s flag carrier as the sole operator offering nonstop service across these city pairs.
Cross-Border Expansion and Boeing 737 MAX Deployment
All flights will be operated by Aeromexico on a daily, year-round basis. The carrier will deploy Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft on these routes, featuring seatback inflight entertainment (IFE) screens throughout the cabin.
The aircraft are configured in a 166-seat layout:
- 16 seats in Clase Premier (Business Class).
- 18 seats in AM Plus (Premium Economy).
- 132 seats in Main Cabin (Economy).
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Commenting on the expansion, Giancarlo Mulinelli, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Aeromexico, stated:
“We are thrilled to announce three new routes to the United States, one of the most dynamic and strategically vital markets for Mexico’s international connectivity. Adding these destinations will provide our customers with fresh options to explore the broad array of leisure experiences both countries have to offer, while unlocking new opportunities for business and trade.”
Flight Schedules and Operational Timetable
Services will roll out on a staggered schedule throughout January 2027. All departure and arrival times are listed in local terminal times and remain subject to operational adjustments:
Mexico City – Orange County
Launch date: January 11, 2027.
| Route | Departure | Arrival | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico City – Orange County | 09:15 | 11:30 | Daily |
| Orange County – Mexico City | 13:00 | 19:00 | Daily |
Mexico City – Fort Lauderdale
Launch date: January 14, 2027.
| Route | Departure | Arrival | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico City – Fort Lauderdale | 09:35 | 14:05 | Daily |
| Fort Lauderdale – Mexico City | 15:35 | 18:20 | Daily |
Mexico City – Portland
Launch date: January 21, 2027.
| Route | Departure | Arrival | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico City – Portland | 16:15 | 20:00 | Daily |
| Portland – Mexico City | 09:30 | 17:00 | Daily |
The addition of these three markets underscores Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines’ joint commitment to enhancing schedule flexibility, direct connectivity, and seamless access across their combined transborder networks. Tickets for all three routes are now available for purchase through both carriers’ official booking channels.
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