Expanded Florida-Latin America Connectivity

Avianca aims to strengthen its presence in Florida by introducing routes linking:

• Fort Lauderdale with Medellín and Managua.
• Miami with San José, Costa Rica, and Guatemala City.
• Tampa with Bogotá, marking Tampa’s first direct connection to Latin America in nearly 50 years.

This brings Avianca to 16 routes between Florida and Latin America

With these additions, Avianca’s total direct routes from Florida to Latin America would increase to 16, reinforcing its position as a major operator in the region.

“Avianca recognizes Florida’s historic importance as a gateway to Latin America,” said Avianca CEO Frederico Pedreira. “We aim to enhance opportunities for family reunification, tourism, and business growth. In 2024 alone, we transported over 4 million passengers on more than 27,000 flights between the U.S. and Latin America. These new routes address our customers’ needs for direct connectivity to key destinations.”

Tampa, one of Florida’s largest metropolitan areas, will connect directly to Bogotá. From there, travelers will have access to over 75 destinations across 25 countries in the Americas and Europe. Additionally, domestic connections in Colombia will link travelers to cities such as Medellín, Cartagena, Cali, Quibdó, and Leticia. Joe Lopano, CEO of Tampa International Airport (TPA), commented, “The Tampa-Bogotá route is significant, offering the first direct connection between TPA and Latin America in decades. This service will benefit business and leisure travelers while providing new opportunities for cultural and commercial exchanges.”

Carmen Caballero, President of ProColombia, highlighted the importance of the Tampa-Bogotá connection. “This route strengthens ties between Colombia and the U.S., our largest tourism market, and expands Colombia’s connectivity in Florida, including Miami, Orlando, and Fort Lauderdale. Together with Avianca, we continue promoting Colombia as a world-class destination for tourism and commerce.” Avianca plans to conclude 2024 with a network of 165 routes across more than 25 countries, including eight new destinations. This expansion underscores its commitment to increasing connectivity and supporting regional development. The new operations are subject to approval by relevant government authorities, including the Fort Lauderdale-Managua route, which requires permissions under Fifth Freedom rights through San Salvador.

On August 3^rd, Spirit Airlines filed for permission with Aerocivil, Colombia’s civil aviation authority, to add daily flights between Miami, Florida and the Colombian cities of Bogotá, Medellín, Barranquilla, and Cali. According to Flightconnections.com, Spirit already flies to seven Colombian cities, primarily from Fort Lauderdale, but also from Miami and Tampa. Colombian travelers were not spared in Spirit’s operational meltdown last week, with multiple flights canceled or delayed.

As Spirit runs a broad but shallow network, meaning it flies to many destinations but often with only a few flights per week, per destination, one canceled flight can leave travelers stranded for days with no recourse. Last week, Spirit canceled thousands, leaving hundreds of thousands of budget travelers stranded, many without the financial resources to purchase scarce, same-day flights on other airlines, or to find overnight accommodations, ground transportation, or meals in remote locations.

“It makes me sort of wonder how they had thought about the schedule they’re running and so on,” said former Spirit CEO Ben Baldanza on his Airlines Confidential Podcast. “You know, an airline like Spirit which flies basically about one trip a day per route they fly makes it very, very difficult when they have operational problems. If an American or Delta has to cancel some flights, in many cases…or Southwest, they may have you know, five or eight frequencies in a day so they can cancel three of those, re-accommodate people on other flights, and at least get people there the same day, if late. And in Spirit’s case if they cancel, most likely they don’t have a plane flying between those two cities that day and the next day’s flight is probably pretty full so it’s going to take them a long time.”

Other airline industry executives close to Spirit have said that Spirit’s woes stem from expanding more rapidly than they can hire and train pilots and crew, leaving the existing staff overworked and exhausted. The Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) representing gate agents at Fort Lauderdale issued a written statement saying that the Spirit employees it represents are “being subjected to ongoing mandatory overtime, no breaks, and no meal periods.”

“TWU is imploring passengers to take their ire out on the airline’s executives, since they are directly responsible for these travel disruptions! Our Agents who are doing everything they can, with their hands tied behind their backs, to take care of every passenger (sic). Executives who hide in the office and create catchy sound bites for the media are doing little to fix their passengers’ experience. These same executives have shown little concern for the safety and mental well-being of their frontline Agents at FLL, who have been attacked and even spat on – just for doing their job,” said the union in a statement.

“As the Union for the Guest Service Representatives at FLL, we want to make it crystal clear – these Agents are being subjected to circumstances far beyond their level of control or responsibility – do not take your frustrations out on them because they are the victims of the airline’s bad decision making, too.”

Will Sprit be able to keep expanding, and adding multiple new routes while normalizing its employment situation and improving reliability? Will budget-conscious travelers forgive Spirit and trust them again on intercontinental flights between North & South America? Time will tell.

We want to make it crystal clear – @SpiritAirlines Agents are being subjected to circumstances far beyond their level of control or responsibility – do not take your frustrations out on them because they are victims of the airlines bad decision making, too #EnoughIsEnough pic.twitter.com/vIy9rhJI3f

— TWU (@transportworker) August 5, 2021

Two flights will depart from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá, onAugust 24 & 26.  One flight will depart from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali, on August 25.  One flight will depart on August 21 from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena.  One flight will depart from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, on August 27.  All flights will arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact THE CONSULATE at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  They have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, date of birth, passport number, and contact details).

Bogotá Departures:

• August 24
• August 26

Cali Departure: August 25

Cartagena Departure: August 21

Medellín Departure: August 27

Please note that as of May 25 transport permits (salvoconductos) will no longer be necessary to travel to an airport for humanitarian flights.  Instead, travelers should carry a copy of their boarding pass – physical or digital – as well as identification (e.g., cedula or passport).  If a driver is used, the driver should also carry a copy of the traveler’s boarding pass and authorization of the respective humanitarian flight.  Drivers will have up to 48 hours to travel to and from the departure airport.  If you encounter difficulties while traveling to the airport, please contact the US Embassy at ACSBogota@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, individuals with visas who have been in Brazil, China, Iran, the United Kingdom (excluding overseas territories outside of Europe), the Republic of Ireland, or the Schengen Area within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  U.S. citizens, Legal Permanent Residents, and their immediate family members who are returning home after visiting travel-restricted countries may still reenter by going through a process for enhanced medical screenings at specially designated airports.  For the most current information regarding COVID-19, the May 24 Presidential Proclamation, and its impact on travel to the United States, please visit www.dhs.gov and www.whitehouse.gov.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

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The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) to receive security updates

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Five flights will depart from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá, on July 3, July 5, July 8, July 22, and July 29.  One flight will depart from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali, on July 2.  One flight will depart on July 7 from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena.  One flight will depart from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, on July 4.  All flights will arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

UPDATED INFORMATION: The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce Spirit Airlines will operate additional humanitarian flights.  One flight will depart on July 15 from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá.  Seats also remain available on flights departing Bogota on June 30, July 1, July 3, and July 5.  One flight will depart from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali, on July 9.  One flight will depart from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, on July 10.  

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact THE CONSULATE at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  They have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, date of birth, passport number, and contact details).

Bogotá Departures:

• July 3
• July 5
• July 8
• July 15
• July 22
• July 29

Cali Departures:

• July 2
• July 9

Cartagena Departure: July 7

Medellín Departure:

• July 4
• July 10

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

———————————————————-

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) to receive security updates

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Flights will depart from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá, Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali, Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena, and José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro. All flights arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted and edited from bulletins issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

These flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact us at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  The embassy states that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you are located outside of these departure cities and believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, passport number, what flight you have reservations on) and, if applicable, information about your driver (name, cedula, vehicle make/model and license plate number), as well as the route of ground transport – starting point, destination, stops.

FLIGHTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CORRECTION: CONFIRM WITH THE AIRLINE

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.
———————————————————-

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) to receive security updates

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Photos courtesy Spirit Air

One flight will depart from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá on May 26.  A second flight will depart on May 28 from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali, and then board additional passengers at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena.  A third flight will depart on May 30 from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro.  All flights arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

See also: Stuck Inside (or outside) Colombia? Here Is What You Should Do Now (click)

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact us at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  We have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you are located outside of either Bogotá or Cartagena, and believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, passport number, what flight you have reservations on) and, if applicable, information about your driver (name, cedula, vehicle make/model and license plate number), as well as the route of ground transport – starting point, destination, stops.

FLIGHTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CORRECTION: CONFIRM WITH THE AIRLINE

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

———————————————————-

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) to receive security updates

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Two flights will depart from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá, one on May 24 and another on May 26. A third flight will depart on May 25 from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali. A fourth flight will depart on May 27 from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro. All flights arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

See also: Stuck Inside (or outside) Colombia? Here Is What You Should Do Now (click)

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact us at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  We have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you are located outside of either Bogotá or Cartagena, and believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, passport number, what flight you have reservations on) and, if applicable, information about your driver (name, cedula, vehicle make/model and license plate number), as well as the route of ground transport – starting point, destination, stops.

FLIGHTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CORRECTION: CONFIRM WITH THE AIRLINE

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

———————————————————-

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) to receive security updates

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

One flight will depart on May 21 from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá. A second flight will depart on May 23 from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Medellin. A third will depart on May 24 from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá.  A following flight will depart on May 25 from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali. All flights will arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

See also: Stuck Inside (or outside) Colombia? Here Is What You Should Do Now (click)

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact us at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  We have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you are located outside of either Bogotá or Cartagena, and believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, passport number, what flight you have reservations on) and, if applicable, information about your driver (name, cedula, vehicle make/model and license plate number), as well as the route of ground transport – starting point, destination, stops.

FLIGHTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CORRECTION: CONFIRM WITH THE AIRLINE

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

———————————————————-

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) to receive security updates

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

One flight will depart on May 13 from José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Medellin. A second flight will depart on May 16 from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá. A third flight will depart on May 17 from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena. The fourth flight will depart on May 18 from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali. All flights arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

See also: Stuck Inside (or outside) Colombia? Here Is What You Should Do Now (click)

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact us at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  We have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you are located outside of either Bogotá or Cartagena, and believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, passport number, what flight you have reservations on) and, if applicable, information about your driver (name, cedula, vehicle make/model and license plate number), as well as the route of ground transport – starting point, destination, stops.

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

———————————————————-

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

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One flight will depart on May 9 from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá.  A second flight will depart on May 10 from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena.  Both flights arrive at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

  This message has been reprinted in its entirety as issued by the US Embassy in Bogotá.

These flights have been made available to allow U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents to return to the United States.  Please contact Spirit Airlines directly for seat availability, reservations, and pricing information.

THESE FLIGHTS CAN ONLY BE BOOKED ONLINE.

If you are interested in returning to the United States, please take advantage of these flights.  The U.S. government cannot guarantee the ability to arrange flights indefinitely.  U.S. citizens should return immediately to the United States, unless you are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.

See also: Stuck Inside (or outside) Colombia? Here Is What You Should Do Now (click)

If you purchase a ticket on one of these flights, and encounter difficulties traveling to the airport from your location, please contact us at ColombiaEvac@state.gov or (57) 1 275-2000.  We have received reports that taxis and bus companies continue to operate, albeit at reduced and limited schedules.  If you are located outside of either Bogotá or Cartagena, and believe you will have difficulty reaching the airport due to travel restrictions, please provide us with your travel information (name, passport number, what flight you have reservations on) and, if applicable, information about your driver (name, cedula, vehicle make/model and license plate number), as well as the route of ground transport – starting point, destination, stops.

IMPORTANT:

Due to current travel guidelines in the United States, persons who have been in China, Iran, or certain European countries within 14 days prior to the flight will not be allowed to board this flight.  For more information, please click here.

Onward connections from Fort Lauderdale, Florida are available.

Only support animals registered 48 hours in advance in full compliance with Spirit’s normal policy for support animals will be permitted.  For more information, refer to Spirit Airlines support animal policy.

Normal services (food service, water fountains, etc.) at airports are closed.

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The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19

Actions to Take:

• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Colombia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the U.S.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

acsbogota@state.gov

https://co.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

conagencybarranquilla@state.gov

U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Colombia Country Information

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