Avianca Airlines launches at Oakland International Airport

Oakland, Calif. – December 12, 2023: Last night, Star Alliance carrier Avianca Airlines launched its inaugural service at Oakland International Airport (OAK). A ribbon cutting celebration for the new carrier was held at the gate ahead of the first departure to San Salvador, where passengers were treated with complimentary cookies. 

Click here to view and download photos from the inaugural event.

Seasonal nonstop flights to San Salvador (SAL) will operate through January 29th, 2024. Flights will be served by Avianca’s fleet of Airbus A320 NEOs, seating 180 passengers and featuring a range of à la carte seating and service options from which travelers can choose. The service will increase accessibility and convenience for passengers traveling between the San Francisco Bay Area and El Salvador. Seats are available for purchase at Avianca.com. 

The flights follow the schedule below: 

• Depart OAK 11:00 PM - Arrive SAL 6:30 AM (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday) 
• Depart SAL 5:45 PM - Arrive OAK 9:50 PM (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday) 

“Oakland International Airport welcomes Avianca Airlines to the East Bay!” said Craig Simon, Interim Director of Aviation for the Port of Oakland. “This new seasonal international service for the holidays makes it more convenient than ever to fly between the Bay Area and El Salvador. We are especially pleased that this flight will allow affordable options for those traveling to visit friends or relatives during the holidays and into the new year.” 

Founded in 1919 as the flag carrier for Columbia, Avianca S.A. is a Spanish acronym for Aerovias del Continente Americano S.A., or "Airways of the American Continent." It is the oldest carrier in the Americas and is the second largest carrier in the Latin American region where it flies to more destinations than any other carrier. Its global headquarters are in Bogota, Colombia and its main hubs are at Bogota and San Salvador. Besides strengthening connectivity for the Latin community, Avianca also seeks to boost tourism to the Central American region. 

Travelers can book their tickets now at Avianca.com.