AEROMEXICO CONTINUES U.S. EXPANSION WITH NEW SERVICE BETWEEN MEXICO CITY AND TAMPA, FLORIDA
Starting July 1, 2024, Aeromexico will operate one daily flight with Embraer 190 aircraft.
New service strengthens Aeromexico´s offering in Florida, where the airline already has a presence in Miami and Orlando.
Mexico City, February, 2024.- Enhancing connectivity between Mexico and the United States, on July 1st, Aeromexico will start daily nonstop service between Mexico City International Airport (MEX) and Tampa International Airport (TPA), Florida. The route will be served by Embraer 190 aircraft with 99 seats, including 11 in Aeromexico’s premium cabin, Clase Premier. The new service will also offer seamless connections via Mexico City to and from Aeromexico´s extensive domestic network.
Tampa will become Aeromexico´s 23rd city served in the United States, joining Atlanta, Boston, McAllen, Raleigh/Durham and Washington as U.S. cities opening in 2024 as part of a significant expansion in Mexico´s largest air service market. In Florida, Tampa will become Aeromexico´s third city, complementing existing service from Miami and Orlando. Among these three Florida airports, there will be up to 400 monthly arrivals and departures representing a capacity of 75,000 monthly seats.
This new service is made possible by Aeromexico-Delta alliance, which offers more and better options to passengers in both Mexico and the United States. Tickets are now available through the digital channels of both airlines, and the itinerary details are as follows:
ROUTE | DEPARTURE | ARRIVAL |
MEXICO CITY (MEX) – TAMPA (TPA) | 10:00 am | 03:20 pm |
TAMPA (TPA) – MEXICO CITY (MEX) | 04:35 pm | 06:14 pm |
*Note: Schedule will be adjusted during the winter.
“This new service to the Tampa Bay area demonstrates our commitment to offer the best connectivity between Mexico and the United States, hand in hand with our partner Delta Air Lines. As a result, our customers will have more options for leisure and business travel, and Tampa Bay has a lot to offer”, said Jose Zapata, Vice President of Sales for US, Canada and Latin America.
Joe Lopano, Tampa International Airport CEO commented: “It’s a big day for TPA when we get to announce both a new airline and a new route that connects Tampa Bay with the largest metropolitan area in North America. We’re proud to welcome Aeromexico to Tampa International Airport with this service to Mexico City and look forward to helping the strong cultural and business ties between our two regions continue to grow.”
Tampa is part of the second largest metropolitan area in Florida. The Tampa Bay region is known for its fascinating panoramic views that combine urbanity with nature. This region has a wide variety of attractions, including Busch Gardens, The Florida Aquarium, and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, as well as the beautiful beaches of St. Pete and Clearwater on the Gulf Coast.
Since 2017, Aeromexico-Delta Alliance has facilitated the connectivity of more than 45 million passengers between Mexico and the United States, taking advantage of improved services such as check-in through the SkyTeam’s Digital Spine technology, free onboard messaging (on selected aircraft) and standardized baggage policies, among other benefits.
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About Delta/ Aeromexico
Through their Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA), Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico launched the leading transborder airline alliance between the United States and Mexico. This agreement offers more connectivity and scheduling options that benefit customers from both airlines while deepening the relationship they have shared for 21 years as members of the SkyTeam global airline alliance. Delta provides service in the United States through its connecting hubs in Atlanta, Detroit, Los Angeles, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York-JFK, Salt Lake City, and Seattle; and Aeromexico offers greater access to Mexico through its hub in Mexico City. The airlines are enhancing the customer experience through increased connectivity, by investing in boarding gates, VIP lounges, and frequent flyer benefits through SkyMiles and Aeromexico Rewards accruals.
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