Volaris inaugurated Austin, Texas service by launching new nonstop flights between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) on Aug. 7. The inaugural arriving flight received a water cannon salute. Departing passengers at the gate enjoyed cake, a ribbon cutting ceremony, and live musical performances by the Gabriel Santiago Project.
"We are extremely excited to open this new route which will connect two of the most important cities of both countries. This flight will open the doors to many tourists, family and friends who want to travel with low fares and a personalized flight experience", said Juliana Ramirez, Ancillaries Manager of Volaris.
Flights operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays on a 179-seat, A-320 aircraft. Departures are scheduled for 1:20 p.m. in Austin, arriving in Guadalajara at 3:28 p.m. Return flights will depart GDL at 9:33 a.m., arriving at AUS at 11:50 a.m.
“This announcement that Volaris will provide nonstop service from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico to Austin is good news. The home of mariachi is now connected to the Live Music Capital of the World,” said Austin Mayor Steve Adler.
Speakers greeting departing passengers included Drew Scheberle of the Austin Chamber of Commerce and Lourdes Gomez of the Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau.
“The new flight will connect two of the most vibrant start-up scenes and technology hubs in North America,” said the Consul General of Mexico in Austin, Carlos González Gutiérrez.
