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Avianca on Ecuador plans to transport more than 3 million passengers this 2026 with new frequencies and the solidity of its routes to New York and Colombia.
Avianca continues to consolidate its operational leadership in Ecuador. In a wide-ranging conversation with Juan Francisco Ortiz, Country Manager of the airline in the country, the dynamism of corporate and tourist traffic was analyzed, fleet management based on national territory, performance on strategic routes and operational resilience in the face of the global increase in fuel prices.
Avianca in Ecuador with sustained growth and projection for 2026
During the year 2025, Avianca transported to and from Ecuador To over 2,9 million passengers by carrying out more than 23.675 flights. This momentum remains strong in 2026: during the first half of this year, the airline has already transported more than 1,4 millions of customers, projecting to close the year with a figure close to 3 millions of users mobilized.
Through a network that offers more than 220 direct weekly frequencies, Avianca connects your six domestic destinations (Quito, Guayaquil, Cuenca, Manta, Baltra and San Cristobal) with five direct international destinations (Bogota, Medellin, New York, Miami and San Salvador), also offering access to more than 80 destinations in 25 countries through their hubs.
«In Ecuador we are very happy with the operation that we currently maintain. We continue to lead and be one of the most relevant players in the industry. We are currently with 220 weekly takeoffs, a number that makes us quite happy. The current figures show us that growth is continuous and we estimate that we are going to mobilize 3 millions of passengers."
Fleet based in Ecuador, punctuality and international impact
Currently, Avianca has 9 aircraft based Ecuador to attend to your domestic and international operations. The company maintains a fleet interchangeability scheme within the group that allows it to add capacity in a versatile way to reinforce the operation during holidays or high demand events.. The entire operation in the country is carried out in aircraft Airbus A320 with capacity for 180 passengers.
In the area of service indicators corresponding to the first semester of 2026, the airline recorded an itinerary compliance (Schedule Completion) of the 99,30%, an unmanaged baggage fee (Mishandled Baggage) of just 0,95 irregularities for each 1.000 suitcases, and a punctuality (On-Time Performance) of the 85,60%. Although the weather and wind conditions in Quito affected punctuality in July and August, indicators continue in healthy ranges for the industry.
In the international market, direct routes to New York stand out for their performance, locating the section Quito–New York among those with the highest load factor (load factor) of the company. further, The Guayaquil-New York operation became 12 weekly flights to respond to the demand of the migrant and corporate market.
«The Quito-New York continues with a daily flight and we have it among the top load factor in the country. Guayaquil at the time was the highest load factor; "Now we complement it with a second frequency to New York and maintain a very healthy occupancy."
Domestic market, connectivity and analysis of a Manta-Bogotá route
The domestic market is registering a constant recovery supported by in-person corporate travel and growth in destinations such as Cuenca and Galapagos. In the case of Manta, Avianca operates three daily flights from Quito, registering a significant volume of Manabi travelers connecting to Europe through the Bogotá hub.
When evaluating the possibility of extending a direct international flight from Manta, Ortiz explained that the airline is continually analyzing new markets and network opportunities.. Yes OK Manta currently has an international connection that connects with USA operated by another company, Avianca observes a relevant potential towards Bogota due to the high demand for connectivity to Europe (Madrid, Barcelona, London, Paris), Therefore, evaluating a direct link to its Colombian hub remains under review as determined by market figures and demand..
Regarding the economic impact derived from the increase in fuel costs—an element that represents approximately 35% of the company's costs—, Ortiz emphasized the commitment to keep the operation intact in the country:
«The price of fuel represents close to 35% of the company's costs. It was and continues to be a challenging issue due to global macroeconomic factors.; However, the commitment to Ecuador remained intact: We did not have any flight cancellations or route cuts.. We take on the challenge to protect connectivity.”
With a global fleet of 160 aircraft and an order 100 new planes for the group, Avianca reaffirms its commitment to Ecuador, where it also acts as an official partner of CONMEBOL competitions for the period 2025-2026.
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