Cuenca to Chiclayo Charter Flights Canceled Due to Low Demand

Overview

Planned charter flights between Cuenca and Chiclayo will not take place, according to an announcement from the Corporación Aeroportuaria de Cuenca (Corpac). The connection had been scheduled in connection with Pope Leo XIV's visit to South America, but operating companies Alpha Wings and Aeroregional decided not to proceed.

Confirmed details

In an email communication received on November 4, 2026, the companies explained that they decided not to activate the flights due to commercial reasons, specifically noting that the promoted flights did not reach sufficient passenger demand.

Regarding other planned operations using smaller capacity aircraft, the companies stated those flights will be postponed until they obtain the necessary certifications and authorizations from the Dirección General de Aviación Civil (DGAC). Corpac clarified that the commercial management of the route and securing required operational approvals are exclusively the responsibility of the airline.

What This Means for Expats

For local residents and expatriates in Cuenca who were monitoring international travel options to northern Peru, this route will not be available for the planned dates. Travelers planning regional trips must rely on existing transport connections until airlines obtain DGAC authorization for smaller aircraft operations.

Sources: elmercurio.com.ec.

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