Qatar Airways recently announced its latest expansion into South America with the launch of two new weekly flights on Wednesdays and Sundays, starting in early summer 2025. The new flights will connect Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha to Bogotá El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Colombia, and then continue to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) in Venezuela. The return flight from Caracas will operate non-stop to Doha.
“The launch of flights to Bogotá and Caracas marks a transformative moment for Qatar Airways and for travelers to South America. As the first airline to offer nonstop service from the Middle East to Colombia and the only Middle Eastern carrier flying to Venezuela, we are creating new opportunities to connect people, cultures, and commerce,” stated Qatar Airways Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer.
Only non-stop flights from the Middle East to Colombia
The new service makes Qatar Airways the first and only airline to offer non-stop flights from the Middle East to Colombia. It also marks the only Middle Eastern carrier operating in Venezuela. With the addition of Bogotá and Caracas, Qatar Airways expands its Americas network to a total of 16 destinations, joining major cities like Dallas, Miami, New York City, São Paulo and Toronto.
“Passengers can look forward to experiencing Qatar Airways’ world-class in-flight hospitality as we continue to reach new heights in long-haul travel with our second-longest flight into the Americas. These routes embody our commitment to pioneering travel experiences and redefining global connectivity with our award-winning service,” Al-Meer added.
Operated by Boeing 777-200LR aircraft, which is equipped with 42 Business Class seats and 234 Economy Class seats, the new Bogotá and Caracas services will provide travelers from two of South America’s busiest cities with convenient access to the Middle East and beyond, owing to Qatar Airways’ strong global network reaching over 170 destinations.
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Summer schedule expands
The world’s best airline has reiterated its commitment to bringing its award-winning service to new markets. By expanding to Colombia and Venezuela, Qatar Airways also aims to amplify its presence in South America, providing travelers across the region with exceptional connectivity, comfort, and service.
Last week, the airline also announced resuming operations to Malta with four weekly flights from July 2, 2025. The resumption to Malta will expand Qatar Airways’ network to nearly 50 destinations in Europe. Bookings are now open for travelers from Australia, China, India, Japan, and the Philippines seeking to visit the Mediterranean Sea.
