Caribbean Airlines launch new flights to Martinique and Guadeloupe
Key Points(5)
- Caribbean Airlines is set to enhance regional connectivity by launching new flights to the French Caribbean islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe, pending government approval.
- Service to Martinique will begin on December 3, followed by flights to Guadeloupe starting December 7.
- Both routes will operate four times a week.
- This initiative aligns with the airline's growth strategy and commitment to improving connectivity within the region.
- The airline will offer eight weekly flights to Martinique on Sundays, Tuesday, Fridays and Saturdays, operating 2 flights each day.
Caribbean Airlines is set to enhance regional connectivity by launching new flights to the French Caribbean islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe, pending government approval. Service to Martinique will begin on December 3, followed by flights to Guadeloupe starting December 7. Both routes will operate four times a week. This initiative aligns with the airline's growth strategy and commitment to improving connectivity within the region.
The airline will offer eight weekly flights to Martinique on Sundays, Tuesday, Fridays and Saturdays, operating 2 flights each day. The airline will also offer two flights per day to Guadeloupe on Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Ticket sales for Martinique and Guadeloupe begin on October 01, 2024, and customers can book their flights online via www.caribbean-airlines.com, through the Caribbean Airlines Call Center, or by visiting any of the airline’s City Ticket Offices.
With the launch of new flights to Martinique and Guadeloupe, Caribbean Airlines will significantly enhance connectivity across the French, Spanish, Dutch, and English Caribbean by early December. This year, the airline has already introduced flights to Puerto Rico and is set to commence service to Tortola in the British Virgin Islands on October 14.
Garvin Medera, CEO of Caribbean Airlines, expressed his enthusiasm for the new routes, noting that for the first time in years, travel times that previously took several hours will now be reduced to just 90 minutes. He emphasized that this improvement will benefit both business and leisure travelers by providing greater convenience and efficiency. Medera stated, “We’re not just offering flights; we’re offering the opportunity for the Caribbean to explore and connect with one another.”
Ms. Nathalie Sebastien, President of Société Aéroport Martinique Aimé Cesaire (S.A.M.A.C), praised Caribbean Airlines' arrival in Martinique, calling it a significant milestone for the island's connectivity within the Caribbean. She expressed gratitude for the trust placed in the airport by this esteemed operator, noting that the new direct flights to Trinidad and Barbados will enhance air service from Martinique, fostering stronger cultural and economic exchanges across the region. Sebastien emphasized her confidence in the mutual benefits this collaboration will bring to both populations and eagerly anticipated the airline's presence at the airport.
Similarly, Bénédicte di Geronimo, President of the Martinique Tourism Authority, welcomed Caribbean Airlines’ expanded services, highlighting that this initiative will bolster the tourism industry and strengthen cultural and economic ties between Martinique and the southern islands. She looks forward to an influx of visitors eager to explore the rich culture and exceptional beauty of the destination.
