The Dominica Hotel and Tourism Association (DHTA) has announced a major development in the island’s tourism sector: United Airlines will introduce a new flight to Dominica beginning in October 2025. The move is being hailed as a “significant enhancement” to Dominica’s growing airlift capacity.
In a statement released this week, the DHTA noted that the additional United Airlines service complements the recent expansion of American Airlines flights and highlights the island’s rising appeal as a premier Caribbean destination. The Association said the increase in air connectivity is expected to drive sustained tourism growth and reinforce Dominica’s presence on both the regional and global tourism stage.
The new service builds on the success of United’s existing weekly flights from the Tri-State area and other key U.S. markets. With flights now available for booking for the upcoming winter season, the increased frequency is expected to encourage shorter, more flexible trips and attract a wider range of visitors — from adventure seekers to leisure travelers and diaspora members.
“This is a positive step forward for Dominica’s tourism industry,” said DHTA President Kitwani Ferreria. “Reliable and frequent airlift is key to driving visitor arrivals, supporting our hotel and tourism businesses, and solidifying Dominica’s place on the global tourism map. These additional flights from both United Airlines and American Airlines not only make travel easier but also signal growing confidence in Dominica as a destination of choice.”
The DHTA also sees the expanded airlift as a catalyst for broader collaboration with international travel advisors, tour operators, and the Dominican diaspora. According to the Association, more flights are likely to result in increased visitor spending, new opportunities for local service providers, and economic benefits that ripple through communities across the island.
Tourism stakeholders are being encouraged to seize the momentum by raising service standards, ramping up marketing efforts, and delivering high-quality experiences that turn first-time visitors into repeat guests.
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