Oakland International Airport welcomes Avianca Airlines

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Yesterday evening marked the debut of Avianca Airlines, a Star Alliance member, at Oakland International Airport (OAK). A ceremonial ribbon-cutting event celebrated the airline’s inaugural service at the gate before the first departure to San Salvador. Passengers were treated to complimentary cookies as part of the celebration.

You can access and download photos from this inaugural event by clicking here.

This seasonal service, offering nonstop flights to San Salvador (SAL), will be available until January 29th, 2024. Avianca will operate these flights using its Airbus A320 NEO fleet, which accommodates 180 passengers and offers various à la carte seating and service options for travelers to choose from. This new service aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for individuals traveling between the San Francisco Bay Area and El Salvador, and seats can be booked on Avianca’s official website.

The flight schedule is as follows:

• Departure from OAK at 11:00 PM, arriving at SAL at 6:30 AM (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays).
• Departure from SAL at 5:45 PM, arriving at OAK at 9:50 PM (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays).

Craig Simon, Interim Director of Aviation for the Port of Oakland, expressed a warm welcome, saying, “Oakland International Airport welcomes Avianca Airlines to the East Bay! This new seasonal international service for the holidays makes it more convenient than ever to fly between the Bay Area and El Salvador. We are especially pleased that this flight will offer affordable options for those visiting friends or relatives during the holiday season and into the new year.”

Established in 1919 as the flag carrier for Colombia, Avianca S.A. bears the Spanish acronym for “Aerovias del Continente Americano S.A.,” which translates to “Airways of the American Continent.” It is the oldest airline in the Americas and ranks as the second-largest carrier in the Latin American region, serving more destinations than any other airline. The airline’s global headquarters are located in Bogota, Colombia, and it maintains major hubs in Bogota and San Salvador. In addition to strengthening connectivity within the Latin community, Avianca also aims to promote tourism in the Central American region.

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