Antigua and Barbuda is among the destinations that will benefit from increased
flights next summer, as American Airlines releases its schedule for the upcoming
year.
The new schedule calls for increased airlift to several Caribbean destinations next
summer, with Antigua and Barbuda among those listed.
Starting June 5, 2024, the airline will extend its double daily nonstop service into
Antigua and Barbuda with the addition of a second flight from Miami, which will
run until September 3, 2024.
“We are thrilled with this announcement of additional service by American
Airlines”, said Minister of Tourism, Charles Fernandez.
“There has been a growing demand by consumers for flights into Antigua and
Barbuda during the summer months. The launch of the second flight comes at the
most opportune time, as we work towards boosting airlift into the destination to
sustain business during the traditional slower season,” said the tourism minister.
The US Market remains a strong market for the destination, with visitor arrivals
from the region, reflecting growth for the year, as of September 2023.
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s US Office has completed an
unprecedented 38-plus cities roadshow, this Fall/Winter season alongside resort,
cruise, tour operator, and airline partners, geared towards marketing the destination
and promoting airlift increases.
CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Colin C. James noted that
“Our US travel trade roadshows and consumer shows this year, have been quite
successful in generating a desire for travel to our twin-island paradise. We are
optimistic that the additional airlift we are set to receive over the summer of 2024
will be vital to meeting that demand and ensuring next year’s 2024 arrivals surpass
those of bench-mark year 2019.”
“The extra service with American Airlines will provide us with that added boost,
as our consumers will benefit from greater travel options allowing them to connect
easily to the destination,” James added.
The US Carrier has also announced plans to operate a daily service to Antigua
from JFK International Airport in New York, into Spring 2024.
Antigua and Barbuda’s strong summer 2023 performance within the US Market
has also prompted discussions by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority with
other major US carriers, about increased service for Summer 2024.
