Flybondi Sees Surge in Argentine Tourists to Brazil and Increased Brazilian Travel to Argentina
Flybondi has reported a significant increase in the number of Argentine tourists traveling to Brazil, as well as a rise in Brazilian travelers visiting Argentina during the holiday season.
Between December 1 and February 16, the ultra-low-cost airline operated over 935 flights between the two countries, carrying more than 145,000 passengers with an average load factor of 81%, according to AEROIN, our partner publication in Brazil.
Increased Demand Leads to Expanded Operations
Growing demand has led Flybondi to expand its operations, increasing weekly flights between Florianópolis and Buenos Aires from 3 to 12, and boosting daily flights between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires from 2 to 3. Flights to São Paulo remain at one daily operation.
According to the airline, travelers flying from Florianópolis and Rio de Janeiro typically stay in Argentina for 7 to 10 days, while passengers from São Paulo opt for shorter visits, averaging 3 to 4 days.
Flybondi offers a free carry-on allowance on flights between Brazil and Argentina, though many passengers choose to add a 20 kg checked bag. The airline also noted that the first three rows are the most requested seats.
Operations and Charter Flights Expansion
Flybondi operates flights from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery in downtown Buenos Aires and Ezeiza International Airport, which serves flights from Rio de Janeiro and Florianópolis.
Additionally, the airline operates charter flights between Córdoba and Maceió, which were recently extended until July.
Challenges in Flight Scheduling
Despite its expansion, Flybondi has been facing significant operational challenges. The airline has struggled to maintain its flight schedule due to Argentina’s foreign exchange restrictions, which have limited access to spare parts, delayed routine maintenance abroad, and hindered fleet expansion for over a year and a half.
While flights to Brazil tend to be less affected (due to the country’s strong passenger protection regulations), they are not entirely immune to these disruptions.
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