30-04-2025
City introduces international nonstop flight to Chihuahua, Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso introduced an international nonstop route to Chihuahua, Mexico, on Tuesday, April 29.
The City says this marks the first nonstop commercial flight to a Mexican destination in over a decade, 'underscoring the City's ongoing commitment to expanding international air service for our community.'
The flight is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2026, and the flight will 'enhance El Paso International Airport's current offerings, which include international charter, cargo, and general aviation flights,' the City said.
'El Paso has long prioritized re-establishing direct commercial air service to Mexico,' El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson said. 'This new route not only strengthens the enduring business and cultural connections between El Paso and Chihuahua but also brings us closer to the people, families, and opportunities on both sides of the border.'
TAR Mexico will be the carrier for this route, the City said.
Tony Nevarez, director of El Paso International Airport, said: 'Today is a momentous occasion for both our airport and the community. International connectivity is essential to our region's economic vitality, and we're thrilled to welcome TAR Mexico as a partner in delivering on our strategic vision.'
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