# Copa, Air Transat and WestJet expand flights to Puerto Plata

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Published: 2026-08-01T14:38:41.753Z
Modified: 2026-08-01T14:38:41.753Z
Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Airlines
Summary: Copa, Air Transat and WestJet give Puerto Plata a connectivity boost with more frequencies and new routes.

## Article

Puerto Plata 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](https://www.arecoa.com/aerolineas/2026/07/31/copa-air-transat-y-westjet-mas-frecuencias-y-nuevos-vuelos-a-puerto-plata/). That means three carriers from three different markets pushing in the same direction.

- **Copa Airlines** strengthens the Panama City hub connection.
- **Air Transat** and **WestJet** build on Canadian demand, a key feeder for the north coast.

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.

## Sources

- Arecoa: https://www.arecoa.com/aerolineas/2026/07/31/copa-air-transat-y-westjet-mas-frecuencias-y-nuevos-vuelos-a-puerto-plata/

## Citation

Copa, Air Transat and WestJet expand flights to Puerto Plata. Turismo News. 2026-08-01. https://turismo.news/en/digest/more-frequencies-flights-puerto-plata