{
  "id": 11745996,
  "title": "Colombia Announces Direct Barranquilla–New York Flight",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/colombia-announces-direct-barranquilla-new-york-flight",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-03T18:18:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Colombia One",
    "slug": "colombia-one",
    "url": "https://colombiaone.com/2026/10/03/barranquilla-new-york-flight/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Colombian officials announced on Saturday the launch of a direct nonstop flight connecting Barranquilla with New York. This development comes from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism, which was highlighted during a ceremony at Los Garzones airport in Montería. The idea for the route was proposed by Barranquilla Mayor Alejandro Char in late August during a national meeting of the Colombian Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies.\n\nPreviously, travelers from Barranquilla needed to make at least one stop en route to New York, but this new nonstop service will streamline travel. Although specifics regarding the airline, launch date, flight frequency, and the exact New York airport are still uncertain, sources suggest the service will commence operations sometime between late 2026 and early 2027.\n\nThe new route is part of Barranquilla’s broader plan to become a major international tourist destination. The city is set to receive Air Europa’s nonstop service to Madrid, Spain, commencing on December 18, with three flights per week. Atlantico Governor Eduardo Verano de la Rosa has consistently stressed the importance of direct connections to global markets such as New York, Brazil, and Buenos Aires for regional economic growth.\n\nThis announcement follows a series of positive economic moves for President Abelardo De La Espriella’s administration. After a diplomatic and economic trip to New York led by Vice President Jose Manuel Restrepo and Minister Gomez Amin, multinational company PepsiCo announced plans to invest $1 billion into Colombia over the next five years. This investment will focus on boosting domestic production, upgrading operations, and improving distribution networks, benefiting over 2,000 local farmers and numerous small businesses across the country. Many of PepsiCo’s existing facilities are located in Funza, Cundinamarca, and Guarne, Antioquia.\n\nVice President Restrepo highlighted PepsiCo’s investment as a direct result of the administration’s efforts to strengthen international ties. He noted that these developments are indicative of growing confidence from global markets, leading to increased investment, job creation, and economic opportunities for Colombians. Minister Gomez Amin echoed similar sentiments, expressing optimism that more corporate commitments will follow as the government aims for a 6% economic growth rate.",
  "summary": "Travelers from Colombia’s Caribbean coast will soon have a direct link to the United States, as government officials confirmed Saturday the launch of a new nonstop flight connecting Barranquilla and New York. The announcement was made by Mauricio Gomez Amin, the Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism, during an event at the Los Garzones airport […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Colombian officials announced direct Barranquilla-to-New York nonstop flight.",
    "Proposed by Barranquilla Mayor Alejandro Char at national meeting.",
    "Service expected to start between late 2026 and early 2027."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}