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Copa, Air Transat and WestJet expand flights to Puerto Plata

JSBy Joan SanzCurated by Joan Sanz. · August 1, 2026 · Follow on LinkedIn
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Puerto PlataPuerto PlataA north-coast city and province, birthplace of Dominican tourism, home to the cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres, Victorian architecture and the Amber Cove cruise port. is getting real momentum again. Aerodom, part of VINCI Airports, announced that Copa Airlines, Air Transat and WestJet are expanding their operations at the airport with more frequencies and new routes, according to Arecoa. That means three carriers from three different markets pushing in the same direction.

My read: Aerodom and VINCI opening up Puerto Plata consolidates the northern corridor. The region now has a stronger story to sell in North America. The ball is in the court of local hotels and tour operators, and the opportunity is wide open.

Quick questions

Which airlines are adding flights to Puerto Plata?
Copa Airlines, Air Transat and WestJet. Aerodom announced more frequencies and new connections at the airport, according to Arecoa.
What new routes have been confirmed?
Aerodom's announcement does not give exact routes yet. The big takeaway is that three airlines are expanding in Puerto Plata at once.
Why do more flights matter for the north coast?
Puerto Plata gets stronger links to Copa's Panama hub and to the Canadian market through Air Transat and WestJet.
What role does Aerodom play?
Aerodom, part of VINCI Airports, runs Dominican airports and is behind the push to expand connectivity at Puerto Plata.
How does this help Dominican tourism?
It strengthens the northern corridor, gives hotels and tour operators a fresh reason to promote the region and diversifies source markets.

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