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The airline Copa Airlines continues to strengthen its operation in Ecuador, reaching more than 60 weekly frequencies and a daily flight to Manta.
In an exclusive interview for this medium, Marisol Ruiz, Sales Manager of Copa Airlines on Ecuador, analyzed the solid presence of the airline in the country and the expansion plans that seek to consolidate the connectivity of the Ecuadorian market with the rest of the continent through the Hub of the Americas in Panama.
Copa Airlines very strong in Ecuador and the daily flight to Manta
A few months after completing three years of operation in the Manta Eloy Alfaro Airport, the results are extremely positive. The route Panama – Manta, which began with three weekly frequencies, has experienced sustained growth.
- During March, July and August, the airline will operate one daily flight. In the months of April and May, six weekly frequencies will be maintained.
- Occupancy levels are above the 85%, which demonstrates the high demand and excellent response of the Manabi market and the region..
- The main objective is to consolidate the daily flight permanently, depending on the evolution of demand in the coming months.
«In March we started with the daily flight; We also have it published in July and August. We have had very good results with occupations on the 85%, So we are super happy to continue operating this route with good growth.", Ruiz highlighted.
Quito and Guayaquil: flexibility in the face of high demand
The operation in the two main centers of the country also shows robust figures. Copa Airlines maintains its commitment to offering efficient connectivity with more than 60 weekly frequencies from Ecuador.
- Quito: The base operation is four flights per day, although the airline has responded to the specific demand (like in Carnival and March) increasing the offer up to six daily flights on specific days.
- Guayaquil: The usual five daily flights are maintained, with reinforcements of a sixth frequency according to seasonality, currently taking advantage of the high season of the Costa region.
Wi-Fi is coming in Copa
One of the most notable announcements of the interview was the evolution of the onboard service. Ruiz confirmed that, from October, Copa Airlines will begin the progressive implementation of Wi-Fi throughout its fleet, taking into account global connectivity trends.
«We are very focused on service; We maintain free on-board service and carry-on luggage included even in the cheapest rates. Our best letter of introduction continues to be the punctuality that characterizes us for 11 consecutive years".
in addition, The manager emphasized that the airline maintains its differentiated service model with sFree on-board service and carry-on bag included in all rates, dBusiness Class availability on all aircraft, including Dreams cabins on Boeings 737 MAX y lThe competitive advantage of an agile connection in the Tocumen Airport, without additional security filters or immigration procedures in transit.
Favorite destinations and the World effect 2026
The Ecuadorian market continues to prioritize destinations such as Panama, Miami, Orlando and New York. Nevertheless, The expectation for the next World Cup is already felt in the reserves. According to Ruiz, In December there was a "very strong" movement towards New York and Toronto, cities that will host the event, prompting the airline to place additional flights on those routes.
Finally, The executive recalled that the program Panama Stopover remains a strategic pillar, allowing Ecuadorians to stay up to seven nights in Panama without additional cost on the ticket, either to or from your final destination.
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