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Margarita consolidates as a Caribbean Hub: Wingo opens ticket sales for direct flights from Bogota starting June 27.
Margarita Island is gearing up to welcome one of the most strategic international connections of the year. Colombian low-cost carrier Wingo has officially announced the opening of ticket sales for its new direct route between El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota and Del Caribe Santiago Mariño International Airport (PMV) in Porlamar, with the inaugural flight scheduled for June 27, 2026. 🌍
This commercial move represents an historic boost for inbound tourism in the state of Nueva Esparta. By eliminating the mandatory layover at Maiquetía Airport, the airline not only cuts travel time down to just a two-hour flight, but also drastically reduces travel costs for Colombian and South American tourists choosing Venezuelan beaches as their preferred vacation spot. ✈️
Strategic frequencies for the peak season
The route will launch just in time for the start of the mid-year and school vacation season. The flight frequency schedule is designed to accommodate quick weekend getaways as well as full-week stays, initially operating twice a week (Thursdays and Sundays). 📅
The introduction of this low-cost flight changes the rules of the game for the eastern market. Passengers are no longer solely dependent on legacy carriers with high fares. Operating under a modular fare model, travelers have the technical freedom to pay only for the services they actually need, such as checked baggage or seat selection, making flying to the Caribbean a much more accessible option. 💵
Infrastructure ready for international passenger flow
Nueva Esparta's airport authorities have confirmed that Porlamar's international terminal has reinforced its security, customs, and immigration protocols to ensure a fast and smooth passenger flow. For the island's local economy, hotels, and business sectors, the return of a low-cost giant like Wingo (a subsidiary of Copa Holdings) serves as the perfect catalyst for the economic revival of international tourism in the pearl of the Caribbean.
⭐ Vuelitos Super Tip: Since Wingo is a strict low-cost carrier, their most basic fare ("Go Basic") only includes a small personal item (like a backpack) that must fit under the seat in front of you. If you are traveling with a 10 kg carry-on or a 20 kg checked bag, Vuelitos' expert advice is to purchase your baggage allowance on their website or app at the time of booking. Waiting to pay for it at the check-in counters in Bogota or Porlamar on the day of the flight can double the original luggage fee due to airport penalties. Also, remember that traveling between Colombia and Venezuela requires filling out the mandatory electronic immigration forms (such as Check-Mig for Colombia) before boarding.
