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A flight between Tapachula, in southern Mexico, and Havana has been announced, expanding the air connectivity options between the two countries.
The route, which will be operated by the airline Viva Aerobús starting April 1, will facilitate the transfer of passengers between that border city, located in the state of Chiapas, and the Caribbean island, with a stop in the city of Monterrey, in the northern part of the country.
The director of the travel agency Vuela, Jorge Alfredo Gálvez Sánchez, highlighted in the independent media Cuarto Poder that this new route responds to the growth of the Cuban community in Tapachula over the past six years and to the tourism interest of Mexicans in Havana.
Additionally, he emphasized that the Tapachula International Airport has established itself as the most important airport terminal on the southern border, also serving Guatemalan travelers.
The Tapachula-Cuba route will operate three times a week, providing passengers with more travel options and fostering economic development and connectivity in the region.
This announcement is part of efforts to expand air connectivity from Tapachula. Recently, flights to Cancún have been arranged, and historical mobility figures have been recorded at the local airport, reflecting a positive trend in the tourism and service sectors in the region.
Mexico is one of the countries with the highest air connectivity to Cuba, with flights operated by both national and international airlines. Some of the most frequently used routes include the following:
Mexico City - Havana (Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobús)
Cancún - Havana / Camagüey (Viva Aerobús)
Mérida - Havana (Viva Aerobús)
Monterrey - Havana (Viva Aerobús)
Frequently asked questions about the new flight between Tapachula and Cuba
When will the new Tapachula-Cuba air route start operating?
The new air route between Tapachula and Havana will begin operations on April 1, managed by the airline Viva Aerobús. This flight will include a stopover in Monterrey and will operate three times a week, facilitating the transfer of passengers between Mexico and Cuba.
Why has a direct flight between Tapachula and Cuba been established?
According to Jorge Alfredo Gálvez Sánchez, director of the travel agency Vuela, the new route is a response to the growth of the Cuban community in Tapachula and the tourist interest of Mexicans in Havana. Furthermore, the Tapachula International Airport has established itself as an important connection point on Mexico's southern border.
How will the new Tapachula-Cuba flight affect tourism and the local economy?
The Tapachula-Cuba route is seen as an opportunity to boost economic development and connectivity in the region. By offering more travel options, it is expected to stimulate tourism and services in both Tapachula and the surrounding areas, attracting travelers from both Mexico and Guatemala.
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