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Colombia's flagship carrier connecting Latin America and the world.
Founded
1919
Headquarters
Bogotá, Colombia
Alliance
Star Alliance
Avianca, officially Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., is the national flag carrier of Colombia and one of the oldest commercial airlines in the world. Founded in 1919, it holds the distinction of being the second oldest continuously operating airline globally, originally established as SCADTA (Sociedad Colombo-Alemana de Transportes Aéreos).
The airline operates an extensive network across Colombia, Latin America, North America, Europe, and beyond, serving tens of millions of passengers annually. Its primary hub is El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, with additional hubs in other major Latin American cities.
Avianca filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in May 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic but emerged from bankruptcy in late 2021 under new ownership and restructuring. It remains one of the most prominent carriers in Latin America and a member of Star Alliance.
Hubs & network
Avianca's primary hub is El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá, with secondary hubs in Medellín, San Salvador, and Lima.
Fleet
Avianca operates a fleet primarily composed of Airbus A320-family aircraft, including A319s, A320s, and A321s, along with Airbus A330s for long-haul routes.
Notable facts
- ›Avianca is the second oldest continuously operating commercial airline in the world, founded in 1919.
- ›The airline emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in November 2021 after filing in May 2020.
- ›Avianca was originally founded as SCADTA with German and Colombian investment.
- ›The airline operates LifeMiles, one of Latin America's largest frequent flyer programs.
- ›Avianca serves over 70 destinations across more than 40 countries.
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