economy
May 2, 2026
Avianca offers return options to passengers affected by Spirit Airlines bankruptcy
Colombian airline Avianca announced this Saturday that it will offer free return options to passengers affected by the closure of Spirit Airlines, after the US company announced the cessation of its operations. "Given the situation Spirit Airlines is going through, Avianca makes its route network and available seats available to the authorities and affected passengers..."
TL;DR
- Avianca is offering free return options to passengers affected by Spirit Airlines' operational halt.
- Spirit Airlines ceased operations after a $500 million government rescue deal failed.
- Spirit flew to several Colombian cities, including Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali, as well as destinations in the Caribbean and Latin America.
- The US administration is working with other airlines to provide support to Spirit passengers and employees.