AeroMexico to Expand North American Operations With New Service to Toronto, San Francisco and Denver in Early 2009

AeroMexico, the global airline of LatinAmerica, has announced that it will expand its North American operationssignificantly with new service to Toronto, Canada, San Francisco and Denverin early 2009. Service in each market will include daily, non-stop flightsto Mexico City with connecting service to 40 destinations throughout Mexicoand cities in 12 other countries in Latin America, Europe and Asia. Theairline will offer the best value available on these routes with itscombination of competitive fares and a distinctive, premier style ofservice. Attractively priced vacation packages, which include airfare,hotel accommodations and rental car, will also be available throughAeroMexico Vacations.
Frank Galan, Vice President, U.S. Division, AeroMexico, said, “We areexpanding our North American operations to capitalize on growthopportunities that have arisen due to shifts in service by other carriersand increased market demand. We are very enthusiastic about AeroMexico’sgrowth and will continue to expand to new markets where it makes sensebased on customers’ international travel needs.”

Toronto Will Become Airline’s First Canadian Market

Galan added, “Launching service in Canada is an important part ofAeroMexico’s growth strategy for 2009. We expect strong demand both inToronto and in Mexico City for this service due to the increase ininternational business and tourism between the two countries.”

AeroMexico will launch daily, non-stop flights between Toronto and MexicoCity on February 2. Flights will depart from Toronto Pearson InternationalAirport at 9:00 a.m. EST and arrive at Mexico City International Airport at1:00 p.m. CST. Departures from Mexico City are scheduled at 5:35 p.m. CSTwith arrivals in Toronto at 11:05 p.m. EST.

San Francisco/Bay Area Will Become Airline’s Fourth California Market

Galan said, “California has become AeroMexico’s largest overall market inthe United States. Our upcoming San Francisco service reflects ourcommitment to being a leader in meeting the state’s international travelneeds to Mexico and beyond.”

He added, “San Francisco, Los Angeles, Ontario and San Diego all have majorHispanic/Latino populations with ties to Mexico; Mexico destinationsrepresent attractive vacation locations for California residents; andCalifornia destinations are favorite vacation spots for people in Mexico.International business is also growing between these markets and our newflights support this exchange of goods and services.”

AeroMexico will launch daily, non-stop flights between San Francisco andMexico City on February 2. Flights will depart from San FranciscoInternational Airport at 7:00 a.m. PST and will arrive at Mexico CityInternational Airport at 1:20 p.m. CST. Departures from Mexico City arescheduled at 7:05 p.m. CST with arrivals in San Francisco at 10:15 p.m.PST.

Denver Service Will Add Fifth State to AeroMexico’s Western Region

Galan said, “We are excited about launching service to Denver because itallows us to bring our distinctive service to the traveling public in afifth state in our Western region. Passenger traffic trends also indicatethat important, unmet demand exists for this service.”

AeroMexico will launch daily, non-stop flights between Denver and MexicoCity on March 2. Flights will depart from Denver International Airport at1:25 p.m. MST and will arrive at Mexico City International Airport at 6:20p.m. CST. Departures from Mexico City are scheduled at 9:30 a.m. CST witharrivals in Denver at 12:25 p.m. MST.

Airline Offers Industry-Leading Service, Safety and Reliability Systemwide

Passengers on every AeroMexico flight on these routes will enjoy theairline’s distinctive style of service, which has been recognized withmajor industry awards. While on board the airline’s spacious Boeing 737jets, passengers will receive complimentary beverages, including cocktails,and complete meals at meal times along with attentive, personalizedservice. In addition, flight schedules will provide convenient arrival anddeparture times to complement the airline’s superior, on-time performancerecord.

AeroMexico and its subsidiary, AeroMexico Connect, operate more than 300daily flights through the airline’s Mexico City International Airport hubto 40 destinations in Mexico, 14 U.S. locations as well as major citiesthat include Shanghai, Paris and Buenos Aires in 12 other countriesworldwide. U.S. cities served currently are Los Angeles, Ontario (Ca.),San Diego, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Seattle/Tacoma, Houston, San Antonio,Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta, New York City, Orlando and Miami. AeroMexicoVacations provides customized vacation travel packages. The airline alsooffers connecting service to other international destinations through itsSky Team global airline alliance with 11 full member carriers and threeassociate carriers. AeroMexico has been recognized for its award-winningstyle of personalized in-flight service, one of the world’s best on-timeflight records, the highest safety and quality standards ratings,outstanding reliability and baggage handling performance, and exceptionalvalue based on its competitive fares and superior service. Additionalinformation is available at www.aeromexico.com or 1-800-237-6639.
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