LATAM Airlines has successfully resumed flights between Lima, Peru and Montego Bay, Jamaica, marking a significant milestone in Caribbean-Latin American air connectivity.
The first flight, which arrived at full capacity at Sangster International Airport on Sunday, December 1, 2024, represents a major step in Jamaica’s strategic expansion into the Latin American market.
Operating three times weekly on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the route is projected to bring 45,000 visitors in its first year.
“We have managed this industry to world-class standards, doubling our arrivals in Jamaica in eight years.”
“Even after facing the most existential threat to humanity with COVID, we have bounced back to 4.3 million visitors and US$4.5 billion in earnings,” shared Hon. Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism.
The Minister added: “The South American market represents the next frontier for Jamaica’s tourism growth. Through LATAM’s Lima hub and our ongoing discussions with other carriers, we are positioning Jamaica to become the number one Caribbean destination for South American visitors.”
Donovan White, Director of Tourism, noted, “This air connectivity represents more than just a new route – it is a gateway to the entire South American region and its collective population of over 700 million people. Through LATAM’s extensive network operating from their Lima hub, connecting to over 20 destinations across South America, Jamaica becomes more accessible to millions of potential visitors.”
The service launch was celebrated with ceremonies in both Lima and Montego Bay, attended by government officials from both countries, aviation executives, and tourism stakeholders. Plans are already in place to increase the frequency to daily service by summer 2025.
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The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. JTB offices are also located in Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto Germany, and London. Representative offices are located in Berlin, Spain, Italy, Mumbai and Tokyo.
In 2022, the JTB was declared ‘World’s Leading Cruise Destination,’ ‘World’s Leading Family Destination’ and ‘World’s Leading Wedding Destination’ by the World Travel Awards, which also named it the ‘Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board’ for the 15th consecutive year; and the ‘Caribbean’s Leading Destination’ for the 17th consecutive year; as well as the ‘Caribbean’s Leading Nature Destination’ and the ‘Caribbean’s Best Adventure Tourism Destination.’ In addition, Jamaica earned seven awards in the prestigious gold and silver categories at the 2022 Travvy Awards, including ‘‘Best Wedding Destination – Overall’, ‘Best Destination – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Culinary Destination – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Tourism Board – Caribbean,’ ‘Best Travel Agent Academy Program,’ ‘Best Cruise Destination – Caribbean’ and ‘Best Wedding Destination – Caribbean.’ Jamaica is home to some of the world’s best accommodations, attractions, and service providers that continue to receive prominent global recognition.
For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica go to the JTB’s Website or call the Jamaica Tourist Board at 1-800-JAMAICA (1-800-526-2422). Follow the JTB on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube. View the JTB blog.
SEEN IN IMAGE: Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), Minister of Tourism, and Donovan White (right) Director of Tourism paused for a photo-op with Gonzalo Ramirez (left), Airport Director for North America and Caribbean at LATAM Airlines, and the LATAM Airlines crew during Sunday’s ceremony at Sangster International Airport.
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