Caribbean Airlines reintroduces Kingston-Fort Lauderdale route
Published:Wednesday | December 18, 2024 | 3:04 PM
Regional carrier, Caribbean Airlines (CAL) has reintroduced its Kingston to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, flight.
The first flight took off on Tuesday, with the airline offering travellers three weekly flights.
“Caribbean Airlines takes pride in being a bridge for the Caribbean and its Diaspora. Fort Lauderdale is home to a vibrant Jamaican community, and this service reinforces our promise to bring the Caribbean closer, connecting families, friends, and businesses, while offering seamless travel for those in the Caribbean who view the Diaspora as an extension of home,” said Caribbean Airlines' CEO, Garvin Medera,
He added that the reintroduced service is a direct response to customer feedback, highlighting Caribbean Airlines' dedication to putting its customers at the heart of its operations.
The Kingston–Fort Lauderdale route is part of Caribbean Airlines' broader growth strategy, which in 2024 included new routes to Martinique, Guadeloupe, Tortola, and Puerto Rico.
This marked the re-establishment of connections across the French, Dutch, Spanish, and English-speaking Caribbean—an ambitious move that underscores the airline's mission to unite the region and its people.
In early 2025, the flight frequency is expected to increase following regulatory approval.
The CEO stated that as part owner of Caribbean Airlines, Jamaica holds a special place in the company's story, adding that the Kingston–Fort Lauderdale service facilitates travel but also represents an investment in deepening ties with Jamaicans abroad.
“By seamlessly connecting Kingston with South Florida— a major hub for the Jamaican Diaspora—Caribbean Airlines continues to serve as a trusted partner in fostering connections that are vital to the region's economic and cultural prosperity,” Caribbean Airlines said.
- CMC
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