Flights between New York and Guayaquil resume after three days of cancellations
After three days of cancellations due to severe weather, flights between New York and Guayaquil have resumed operations, with several airlines restarting services on Wednesday.
Following three days of cancellations caused by severe weather on the East Coast of the United States, flights connecting New York and Guayaquil have started to resume. JetBlue, Avianca, and Latam were among the airlines that had to cancel their flights starting from Sunday because of the adverse conditions. The situation significantly impacted travel plans, forcing many passengers to re-book their travel dates during the disruption.
On Wednesday, operations began to return to normal, with JetBlue successfully landing its first flight in Guayaquil at 05:03. Additionally, a scheduled flight from Guayaquil to New York departed at 07:31. Avianca also resumed flights, with a flight arriving from New York at 07:55. The gradual restoration of flights throughout the day indicates an improvement in weather conditions and a return to standard travel operations.
This resumption is significant for travelers who were affected by the cancellations, highlighting the impact of extreme weather on air travel. With the restoration of these services, airlines aim to accommodate the numerous customers who had their flights disrupted and ensure that the connectivity between these two major cities is maintained.