Finnair (Finland) and American Airlines (US) have announced the launch of a codeshare agreement starting in January 2025, enabling seamless travel to 12 Mexican destinations via Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). This partnership marks a significant enhancement in connectivity for Finnair’s European passengers, expanding their access to popular destinations in Mexico.
Emirates (UAE) has announced the discontinuation of its sole remaining Singapore–Australia fifth freedom route starting late March 2025. The decision comes as the airline shifts its focus toward non-stop Dubai–Melbourne services, optimizing its long-haul network.
China Southern Airlines has resumed its Changchun–Jeju service as of 02 January 2025. The route is operated using A320 aircraft, marking the airline’s continued commitment to enhancing regional connectivity between China and South Korea.
Avianca Ecuador has announced plans to operate flights linking Quito and Guayaquil with Mendoza, Argentina, via a stopover in Bogotá. This new route aims to enhance regional connectivity, offering passengers seamless travel options between key cities in Ecuador, Colombia, and Argentina.
Arkia (Israel) has announced plans to operate an A330-900 aircraft from Iberojet (Spain) on behalf of TechAir (Israel). The widebody aircraft will be deployed on the Tel Aviv–New York route, with operations scheduled from 08 February to May 2025.
Air Astana (Kazakhstan) has announced plans to introduce scheduled service to Cam Ranh/Nha Trang, Vietnam, beginning in late March 2025. The flights will operate from both Almaty and Astana, utilizing the airline’s modern A321LR aircraft.
Viva (Mexico) reported a strong performance in December 2024, with passenger numbers rising 13.5% to 2.5 millioncompared to the same period last year. The airline also recorded a 10.8% increase in Available Seat Miles (ASMs), reflecting its growing capacity to meet travel demand.
Sky Airlines Peru has received authorization to operate in Argentina, including fifth freedom rights that allow the airline to transport passengers and cargo between Argentina and other countries, such as Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay. This marks a significant milestone in the airline’s regional expansion strategy.
Azul (Brazil) has announced the suspension of flights at nine bases across the states of Ceara, Piaui, Maranhao, and Rio Grande do Norte. This decision also affects the operations of the airline’s subsidiary, Azul Conecta, as part of a broader operational adjustment.
American Jet (Argentina) has unveiled plans to establish a regional air hub in Santa Cruz, aiming to enhance connectivity within the province and with neighboring regions such as Patagonia and Chile. The new hub is expected to begin operations by mid-2025 and will play a pivotal role in improving air travel options for passengers in the region.
