Frontier Airlines has officially announced a landmark expansion of its international flight network, introducing its first-ever scheduled passenger service to the South American continent. Operating out of Orlando International Airport, the low-cost carrier is set to inaugurate nonstop direct routes connecting Central Florida with three primary destinations across Colombia: Medellín, Bogotá, and Cartagena.
This historic route addition establishes a direct physical bridge between North America and South America, unlocking new opportunities for international leisure tourism, heritage travel, and commercial trade between Florida and Latin America.
Expanding Horizons Across the Americas
The strategic expansion introduces budget-friendly air transport options to South America, expanding regional connectivity and offering essential flight options for international travelers. According to official announcements from airline executives and airport authority leadership, this initiative aims to fulfill growing demand for travel between Florida and major Latin American hubs.
By adding Colombia to its growing flight map, the carrier expands its operational reach to accommodate a wide demographic of international visitors. These include tourists seeking vibrant culture and scenic biodiversity, as well as the robust Colombian diaspora residing in Florida.
Daily Nonstop Flight Schedules and Launch Dates
The rollout of the historic international flight plan begins in mid-December, strategically scheduled ahead of the busy winter holiday travel season. Nonstop operational schedules are structured around three key Colombian gateways:
Medellín (José María Córdova International Airport): Direct daily service commences on December 10, connecting passengers nonstop from Orlando to Colombia’s famed “City of Eternal Spring”.
Bogotá (El Dorado International Airport): Nonstop flights to Colombia’s capital city will launch on December 14. The route will initial operate six times per week before expanding into a permanent daily frequency starting March 6, 2027.
Cartagena (Rafael Núñez International Airport): Weekly nonstop passenger service to the historic coastal tourist haven begins on December 19.
All scheduled routes remain subject to final regulatory approvals by aviation governing bodies.
Promotional Fares and Introductory Offers
To mark the launch of these international routes, introductory base fares have been released to increase access for travelers. One-way promotional fares are structured across the three direct Colombian routes as follows:
Orlando to Bogotá: Introductory fares starting from $99 one way.
Orlando to Cartagena: Introductory fares starting from $129 one way.
Orlando to Medellín: Introductory fares starting from $169 one way.
Travelers booking during the launch period can take advantage of these promotional rates for trips scheduled between January 14 and April 5, 2027, with specific promotional booking windows open through September 16. Certain blackout periods apply, notably during peak spring travel periods from March 23 through March 30.
Boosting Tourism and Economic Growth
Official statements from the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority highlight the broader economic benefits this airline expansion will bring to Central Florida and Colombia alike. Nonstop connectivity provides a critical gateway for global travelers visiting world-famous Central Florida attractions, while simultaneously providing Floridians with affordable access to South American commerce, eco-tourism, and rich heritage sites.
Airport leadership noted that supporting expanded international operations strengthens local tourism infrastructure and drives international air traffic metrics upward. By providing low-cost flight alternatives across the Caribbean Basin and into South America, this development provides new avenues for global exchange, trade opportunities, and regional tourism vitality.
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