Why were flights suspended between the U.S. and Venezuela?
Flights were suspended due to security concerns cited by the U.S. Homeland Security Department.
News / South America
After a seven-year suspension due to security concerns, the first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has landed in Caracas, marking a significant step in the restoration of ties between the two countries.
The resumption of direct flights signifies a thaw in relations between the U.S. and Venezuela. For seven years, passengers had to rely on international airlines and indirect routes through neighboring Latin American countries. The inaugural flight, AA3599, operated by Envoy Air, departed Miami ahead of schedule and arrived in Caracas approximately three hours later. A second daily flight between Miami and Caracas is scheduled to begin on May 21. The U.S. National Energy Dominance Council also had members on the flight to meet with Venezuelan officials, indicating interest in re-establishing business ties. These flights offer an opportunity for families to reconnect and for businesses to explore new opportunities.
Flights were suspended due to security concerns cited by the U.S. Homeland Security Department.
The first direct commercial flight resumed on April 30, 2026.
Envoy Air, a subsidiary of American Airlines, operated the flight.
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