The Capital One mileage program has just introduced a new 15% transfer bonus to Avianca Lifemiles. This could be a good value if you’re looking to redeem on Star Alliance airlines, though I’d only recommend moving points with a specific use in mind.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig1 AugThe Colombian flag carrier's modern design reflects one of the oldest airline brands still in operation.
AirlineGeeks•Ryan Ewing31 Jul
Avianca Cargo, a member of the Abra Group, and DSV, joined forces to transport 58 tons of humanitarian aid to Venezuela in support of communities affected by the recent earthquakes. Operated by an A330F freighter, the humanitarian flight departed from Miami and arrived in Caracas carrying medical supplies, food, hydration kits, personal hygiene products, and other essential relief items to help address the most urgent needs of affected communities.
CFM International has secured an order from Abra Group to supply LEAP-1A engines for 50 previously unallocated Airbus A320neo-family aircraft destined for Avianca, strengthening a long-term partnership that also extends support to GOL’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet. Announced today, the agreement covers the remaining 50 aircraft in Avianca’s 134-aircraft A320neo family order and includes a […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm23 Jul
JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (JFK T6), and Air India, India’s leading global airline, today announced that the airline has chosen T6 for its operations beginning in 2028. The move aligns Air India with other Star Alliance member carriers in the new terminal and marks another major airline commitment to T6, which has now been selected by 16 leading international carriers at JFK. Other airlines that have announced movements to T6 include Star Alliance members Air Canada, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Austrian Airlines, Avianca, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS, and TAP Air Portugal — in addition to Aer Lingus, Cathay Pacific, Condor, JetBlue, Kuwait Airways, Icelandair, and Norse Atlantic. Air India’s existing codeshare or interline partnerships with many of these carriers will offer customers seamless, same-terminal connections to onward destinations across the Americas.
Embraer has announced agreements for 28 new E2 family aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow, including a major commitment from Abra Group for 20 E195-E2 jets. The total package comprises: 20 E195-E2 aircraft for Abra Group (Avianca, GOL, etc.) Five E195-E2 aircraft for Binter Three E190-E2 aircraft for Luxair All orders are expected to be […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban21 JulAbra Group, the parent company of Avianca, Gol and Wamos Air, has agreed to acquire 20 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with options and purchase rights that could increase the order to as many as 45 jets. The first aircraft is scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2027. Abra said the E195-E2 will support its […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm21 Jul
Agreement includes 20 firm orders, with deliveries scheduled to begin in late 2027 to GOL and Avianca
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier21 Jul
Avianca is marking a significant network milestone: 15 years of continuous operations at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
AviationSource News•Len Varley20 Jul
As part of its ongoing efforts to diversify its offerings and exceed traveler expectations on high-demand routes, Avianca, a member of Abra Group, announced today that its INSIGNIA business-class experience will be available on flights to and from New York operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Passengers can now purchase this service, and the first flights under this concept will begin operating on August 4.
Avianca is celebrating 15 years of operations at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Since launching flights to Orlando in July 2011, the airline has now expanded its network at the airport and now operates 32 weekly nonstop flights linking Orlando with Bogota and Medellin in Colombia as well as San Salvador in El Salvador. Orlando network […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis17 JulAvianca announced: As part of its ongoing efforts to diversify its offerings and exceed traveler expectations on high-demand routes, Avianca, a member of Abra Group, announced today that its INSIGNIA business-class experience will be available on flights to and from New York operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Passengers can now purchase this service, and the […]
World Airline News•Bruce Drum16 Jul
Buying miles & points strategically can represent a great value, especially for first and business class travel.The avianca lifemiles program has just launched its newest promotion on purchased miles. Historically the program has almost constantly offered these kinds of promotions, though there has been an extended gap in the last few months — we’re finally now seeing these offers return.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig16 JulAvianca has announced an expanded flight schedule for the peak mid-year travel season, with more than 71,000 flights and over 12.5 million seats available between June and August. The airline has said the increased capacity will support demand across its network of more than 160 routes serving over 80 destinations in more than 25 countries […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis7 Jul
Avianca, part of Abra Group, reaffirms its commitment to strengthening connectivity and expanding access to air travel during the midyear peak travel season from June to August, offering more than 71,000 flights and more than 12.5 million seats across a network of more than 160 routes connecting more than 80 destinations in over 25 countries in the Americas and Europe.
Avianca has launched temporary flights between Bogota and Valencia, Venezuela, and is matching mileage donations from its loyalty…
AeroTime•Jean Carmela Lim30 Jun
As part of its efforts to support travel for those affected by the emergency in Venezuela, including their friends, relatives and rescue organizations, Avianca has temporarily opened bookings for flights between Bogotá and Valencia. The flights will initially operate through July 10 and are available at special fares. Service may be extended depending on how the situation develops.
Avianca has resumed flights between Colombia and Venezuela by launching temporary services between Bogotá and Valencia following the closure of Caracas’ Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía. The airline will operate both scheduled and additional charter flights using Airbus A320 aircraft, providing an alternative gateway for travellers affected by the disruption in Venezuela. Passengers booked […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban28 Jun
Colombian airline also transports rescue teams and medical personnel as earthquake recovery efforts continue
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier28 JunAvianca announced: As part of its efforts to help mitigate the impact of the emergency in Venezuela and maintain travel to and from the country, Avianca announced that it will operate flights between Colombia and Venezuela through Arturo Michelena International Airport in Valencia. The operation will include both regularly scheduled service and additional charter flights, operated with […]
World Airline News•Bruce Drum27 Jun