Published on : 10 Feb 2026
REGIONAL RECONNECTION: Colombian flag carrier Avianca announced February 6, 2026, that it will resume daily nonstop flights between Bogotá (BOG) and Caracas (CCS) starting Wednesday, February 12, 2026—restoring one of South America’s most important air corridors after a 2-month suspension that began November 29, 2025, when Venezuela’s airspace restrictions forced widespread service cancellations. The Airbus A320-operated route (AV142/AV143) represents the first major Latin American carrier resumption following the Trump administration’s Venezuela policy reversal, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez’s diplomatic normalization efforts, and the January 3 US military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro. With 60+ years of continuous service in Venezuela, Avianca’s return signals growing confidence that regional aviation safety and operational standards meet international requirements—complementing American Airlines’ planned Miami-Caracas resumption and Copa Airlines’ January 13 Panama-Caracas restart as the Venezuelan commercial aviation market gradually reopens after years of isolation.
Published: February 10, 2026 Launch Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2026 (2 DAYS AWAY) Route: Bogotá (BOG) ↔ Caracas (CCS), Venezuela Frequency: Daily service (7 days/week) Aircraft: Airbus A320 (150-180 seats) Flight Numbers: AV142 (Bogotá→Caracas), AV143 (Caracas→Bogotá) Schedule:
Starting February 12, 2026 (this Wednesday), Avianca reinstates its flagship Colombia-Venezuela connection:
Morning Departure (Business-Focused):
Midday Return:
Fleet workhorse:
Why A320:
Tickets on sale via:
Fare expectations:
Avianca didn’t voluntarily cancel service—it was forced to stop due to Venezuelan airspace restrictions:
What happened:
Why:
January 3: US military operation captures Maduro, US begins “running” Venezuela (Trump statement)
January 4: Venezuelan airspace reopens after 24-hour Caribbean closure
January 29: Trump administration lifts commercial flight restrictions
February 6: Avianca announces February 12 resumption (this announcement)
February 12: Service resumes (Wednesday—2 days away)
Avianca isn’t a newcomer—it’s been serving Venezuela for over six decades:
1960s: Avianca begins Venezuela operations
1970s-1990s: Peak operations
2000s-2010s: Modernization
2019-2025: Turbulence
2026: Resumption
Geographic advantage:
Operational expertise:
Business case:
Avianca joins a small but growing group of carriers resuming Venezuela service:
Copa Airlines (Panama):
American Airlines (USA):
Avianca (Colombia):
Wingo (Colombia – Low-Cost):
European Carriers:
Turkish Airlines:
LATAM Airlines:
This route restoration is about more than aviation—it’s geopolitical reconnection:
Geographic reality:
Political tensions (2015-2025):
2026 reset:
Binational trade:
Tourism:
Humanitarian:
Avianca emphasized that resumption followed “comprehensive evaluation of operational and aviation safety conditions”:
Airport infrastructure (Simón Bolívar International, Caracas):
Air traffic control:
Security protocols:
Regulatory compliance:
Operational factors:
Colombian side:
Venezuelan side:
International oversight:
Avianca concluded that safety standards meet operational requirements for daily service resumption. This doesn’t mean “perfect”—but acceptable risk level for commercial operations.
Online check-in:
Airport check-in:
Economy:
Business:
Short flight (1.5 hours):
Amenities:
Immigration:
Baggage claim:
Ground transportation:
US State Department warning (Venezuela):
Colombian government advice:
Practical tips:
Avianca’s Caracas service enables connectivity to dozens of cities via Bogotá hub:
From Caracas to:
To Caracas from:
Connection times:
LifeMiles (Loyalty Program):
Avianca:
Copa:
Which is better:
Avianca Bogotá-Caracas:
American Miami-Caracas:
Complementary, not competitive:
Avianca’s February 12 resumption is part of a gradual reopening of Venezuelan commercial aviation:
November 2025: Complete closure (Trump declaration)
January 3, 2026: US operation, Maduro captured
January 4, 2026: Airspace reopens
January 13, 2026: Copa Airlines resumes (first back)
January 30, 2026: American Airlines announces plans
February 12, 2026: Avianca resumes (Wednesday)
March-April 2026 (projected): American launches, others follow?
Mid-2026 (potential): European carriers assess return
Infrastructure investment:
Regulatory stability:
Political stability:
Safety track record:
Timeline estimate: 12-24 months for “normal” levels of international service
Q: Can I book Avianca’s Caracas flights right now? A: Yes! Tickets available at avianca.com, mobile app, and other channels.
Q: How much will tickets cost? A: Expect $150-250 USD one-way economy (historical basis). Check avianca.com for current fares.
Q: Is it safe to fly to Venezuela? A: Aviation safety: Avianca confirmed safety standards met. Personal safety: US State Department says Level 4 (Do Not Travel) due to crime/kidnapping risks. Travel at your own risk.
Q: Can I connect through Bogotá to other cities? A: Yes! Bogotá is major hub. Connections to US, Europe, South America available. Allow 2-3+ hour buffers.
Q: Do I need a visa to visit Venezuela? A: Depends on nationality. Colombians: Generally no visa for short stays. US/EU citizens: Check Venezuelan embassy for current requirements.
Q: Will Avianca add more Venezuela routes? A: Possibly. Historically served Maracaibo, other cities. If Caracas performs well, expansion likely.
Q: What if my flight gets cancelled? A: Avianca will rebook or refund. Given early stage of resumption, delays/cancellations possible as operations stabilize.
Avianca’s Wednesday, February 12, 2026 resumption of daily Bogotá-Caracas service marks a major milestone in Venezuela’s aviation recovery and Colombia-Venezuela relationship normalization. After a 75-day suspension triggered by November 2025 airspace restrictions, the Colombian flag carrier’s return—backed by comprehensive safety assessments and 60+ years of operational history—signals growing international confidence that Venezuelan commercial aviation meets acceptable standards.
For travelers, this means:
However, significant cautions remain:
Avianca’s resumption joins Copa Airlines (operational since January 13) and pending American Airlines (March-April launch) in gradually rebuilding Venezuela’s international connectivity. Whether this becomes sustained recovery or temporary reopening depends on political stability, infrastructure improvements, and months of safe operational performance.
For the 2+ million Venezuelans living in Colombia and countless families separated by years of flight suspensions, Wednesday’s resumption is deeply personal—a chance to reconnect that transcends aviation statistics.
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