FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (June 25, 2026) — Traveling to Latin America from South Florida is about to get a bit smoother. Avianca has officially announced it is relocating its entire operation at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Terminal 4, a strategic shift designed to support the airline’s rapid growth and elevate the passenger experience.

The transition is scheduled to take effect early next week, with the first official flight departing from the newly upgraded Terminal 4 space bound for Bogotá, Colombia, on Monday, June 29.

By centralizing its operations into Terminal 4, Avianca gains access to a significantly larger, modernized footprint capable of handling its increasing flight volume out of South Florida. For international travelers, the move brings a major structural advantage: direct, streamlined access to the terminal’s integrated U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facilities, which will drastically improve passenger flow and reduce connection times.

“Fort Lauderdale is a key market for Avianca, and this relocation reflects our continued commitment to strengthening our operation in South Florida while offering customers a smoother and more efficient travel experience,” the airline said in a statement given to the Boca Raton Tribune. “Moving to Terminal 4 gives us the space and operational flexibility needed to support our growth at FLL, improve passenger flows and better serve travelers connecting between South Florida, Latin America and the rest of our network.”

The relocation is the result of a tight, coordinated effort between the airline, FLL airport officials, and the Broward County Aviation Department to ensure the transition causes zero disruptions for summer travelers. Ahead of Monday’s launch, Avianca is updating its digital systems, distribution channels, and airport signage to direct passengers seamlessly to the new gates.

The FLL expansion aligns with Avianca’s broader, aggressive growth strategy across North America. The carrier currently operates more than 400 weekly flights to and from the United States, linking 14 major U.S. gateways—including Fort Lauderdale, Miami, New York, and Los Angeles—to a massive network of over 80 destinations spanning Latin America and Europe.

Local passengers flying out of FLL after this weekend are advised to check their flight status and double-check their boarding passes, as all check-in counters and arrival gates will permanently transition to Terminal 4 starting June 29.

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