Aeromexico Brings Back Highly Popular Family and Friends Plan Offering Free Ticket with Purchase of Three or Four

“Aeromexico, Mexico’s largest airline, today announced it has brought back its very popular Family and Friends Plan, an incredible discount package for families and group travel to Mexico, available for travel through March 31, 2008. The plan offers a free ticket with the purchase of three or four tickets, depending upon the U.S. gateway and destination in Mexico.

“Aeromexico is pleased to again offer its Family and Friends Plan, which helps make traveling with one’s family easier and more affordable, whether it is visiting extended family and friends, or vacationing in Mexico,” said Carlos De Uriarte, Aeromexico vice president, U.S. Division. “When Aeromexico offered this promotion last year, it was a huge success.”

Travelers can take advantage of Aeromexico’s four-for-the-price-of-three Family and Friends Plan on the following routes:

– Austin to Mexico City
– Boston to Mexico City
– Chicago to Mexico City, Guadalajara and Leon/Bajio
– Fort Lauderdale to Mexico City
– Los Angeles to Mexico City, Guadalajara, Leon/Bajio, Puebla and Aguascalientes
– New York JFK to Puebla
– Ontario, Calif., to Aguascalientes and Leon/Bajio
– Phoenix to Mexico City, Hermosillo and Guadalajara
– San Antonio to Mexico City
– San Diego to Mexico City

Aeromexico’s five-for-the-price-of-four Family and Friends Plan is available on the following routes:

– Houston to Mexico City
– Las Vegas to Guadalajara and Monterrey
– Miami to Mexico City and Merida
– New York JFK to Mexico City
– Ontario, Calif., to Guadalajara
– Orlando to Mexico City
– San Diego to Los Cabos

A minimum of two adult fare tickets are required to qualify for the Family and Friends Plan discount travel offer. All tickets, however, are each subject to government taxes and security fees of up to $100. In addition, Aeromexico’s Family and Friends Plan may not be combined with other promotions or discounts.

All passengers must travel together on the U.S. to Mexico flight but may return separately. Travel blackouts are March 31-April 15, 2007; June 15-August 10, 2007; and December 10, 2007-January 10, 2008. Details on the offer and any restrictions may be obtained on Aeromexico’s Web site at www.aeromexico.com or by calling 800 237-6639.

Aeromexico is committed to consistently exceeding passengers’ expectations and takes pride in its high level of service. All passengers, including coach class, enjoy traditional Mexican hospitality with meals, complimentary cocktails, exceptional in-flight service, and superior on-time performance.

For the most discriminating traveler, Aeromexico’s Clase Premier first class cabin offers an exemplary travel experience featuring spacious seating, a personal entertainment system, gourmet dining menu designed by world-renowned chef Thierry Blouet, and one of the best-rated selections of wines in the sky.

The airline’s dedication and hard work recently earned it the “Best Business Class to Mexico and Latin America” Readers’ Choice 2006 Award from Business Traveler Magazine.

Aeromexico serves more than 40 cities in Mexico, more than any other airline, and 15 gateway cities in the United States including; Austin, Boston; Chicago; Ft. Lauderdale, Houston; Las Vegas; Los Angeles; Miami; New York City; Ontario, Calif.; Orlando; Phoenix; San Antonio; San Diego; and Tucson – and five countries in Europe and South America. Founded in 1988, Aeromexico has become the leading carrier in the region by maintaining the highest service levels, which have earned the airline numerous top rankings in the industry. The airline’s corporate headquarters are in Mexico City and its U.S. operations are based in Houston. “

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