Aeromexico announced it will resume nonstop service between New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport and Mexico City starting June 2027. The airline plans to operate flights four times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays in partnership with Delta Airlines.
Previous International Routes and Their Cancellations
Aeromexico initially launched nonstop flights between New Orleans and Mexico City in 2009 but canceled after about a year due to low demand. Copa Airlines began nonstop service to Panama City from New Orleans in 2015, which ended during the COVID-19 pandemic. Condor Airlines started nonstop flights to Frankfurt in 2017; these also ended during the pandemic.
Market Demand and Flight Capacity Expectations
Aeromexico expects
to fill a 99-seat aircraft on each of the four weekly flights. Airport spokesperson Erin Burns confirmed the schedule was based on anticipated demand. Kevin Dolliole, director of aviation for New Orleans airport, said it is critical the route succeeds and pledged to work with Aeromexico and partners for this purpose.
Economic and Trade Implications
Mexico was Louisiana’s largest trading partner in 2025, with more than $9 billion in trade. Louisiana exported $5.7 billion in goods to Mexico that year, making Mexico the state’s second-largest goods export market. Container imports from Mexico to the Port of New Orleans increased 24% in 2025. Mayor Helena
Moreno said the flight brings significant economic benefits to New Orleans and Louisiana. Eugene Green, chair of the Transportation and Airport Committee, stated the route will ease business meetings between the two regions.
Related Airline Partnerships and New Routes
Aeromexico announced new nonstop routes from Mexico City to Nashville and San Juan, plus increased flights to Austin, all starting in June 2027. The airline and Delta Airlines will offer flights to Mexico City from 30 U.S. cities after these additions. Earlier in 2026, British Airways increased nonstop flights between New Orleans and London Heathrow to four times a week, signaling broader growth in New Orleans’ international
connections.
Official Statements
Mayor Helena Moreno said, “This is not just another flight to bring in more tourists, This brings in significant economic benefits for us. Mexico is already a major economic partner for the City of New Orleans and for the state.” Mexico Consul General Noemi Hernández highlighted over 1 million U.S. travelers visit Mexico monthly and emphasized, “This new route promises new areas of operation with strategic actors, reinforcing air connectivity, expanding investment and opportunities.” Erin Burns noted, “Demand is there, and Aeromexico recognized it. The airline built their schedule based on the demand they expect to see in this
market.” Kevin Dolliole added, “It’s very critical that this route be successful. International routes are closely watched by the industry. So, if we want more and we want to keep this flight, we have to support it.” Walt Leger III, CEO of New Orleans & Co., said the flights will help attract international visitors and events.
