Avianca Cargo has expanded its Miami-bound cargo network with the addition of Quito as a new origin point in Ecuador, supported by capacity provided through a strategic partnership with Amazon Air Cargo. The move strengthens air freight connectivity between Ecuador and the United States, particularly along high-value perishable export corridors.
The expanded operation, launched in March 2026, introduces five additional weekly frequencies on the Quito–Miami route (UIO–MIA), reinforcing one of the most important North–South American air cargo lanes. The development builds on an existing commercial relationship between Avianca Cargo and Amazon Air Cargo that began in 2025, initially centred on Bogotá–Miami charter and capacity-sharing operations.
With the inclusion of Ecuador, Avianca Cargo now operates Amazon Air Cargo-supported services in two Latin American markets, following Colombia. The carrier currently operates more than 20 weekly departures across related routes, amounting to over 1,000 flights annually, with nearly 500 services already completed under the partnership framework.
Diogo Elías, Chief Executive Officer of Avianca Cargo, described the expansion as a key milestone in the airline’s long-term strategy to strengthen its regional network and enhance export capabilities. He noted that the addition of Ecuador reinforces a stable and scalable operating model designed to support exporters, particularly in time-sensitive sectors such as perishables.
The Quito–Miami route is expected to play a critical role in facilitating Ecuador’s export economy, with strong demand anticipated from the country’s flower, fruit, and fresh produce industries. Seasonal peaks, particularly around events such as Mother’s Day in North America, are expected to drive significant volume increases on the corridor.
The service is supported by Corporación Quiport, the concessionaire responsible for managing Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport. The airport operator highlighted the strategic importance of the new connection in strengthening Ecuador’s export infrastructure and attracting international cargo carriers to support long-term trade growth.
Ramón Miró, President and Chief Executive Officer of Quiport, said the development reflects confidence in Quito’s infrastructure and its ability to support high-frequency international cargo operations. He emphasised ongoing investments in operational efficiency and reliability as key enablers of Ecuador’s growing role in global supply chains.
From the capacity provider side, Amazon Air Cargo continues to play a central role in enabling network expansion by supplying dedicated lift capacity for Avianca Cargo’s Ecuador operations. The partnership model allows for flexible scaling of services in response to seasonal and structural demand across key trade lanes.
Kes Nielsen, Director at Amazon Air Cargo, said the collaboration reflects the company’s commitment to supporting efficient freight movement across high-demand corridors. He noted that the Quito expansion further strengthens the broader South America–United States logistics network.
Together, the three partners are working to deepen integration across the Latin America–US air freight corridor, with Ecuador emerging as an increasingly important logistics node within the region’s evolving cargo network.
