–with flights to Guyana set to commence later this month

THE Government of Guyana has approved Liat 2020’s proposal to operate flights to and from Guyana starting later this month.
In an exclusive interview with the Guyana Chronicle, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, while extending a warm welcome to the Liat 2020 airline, said the ministry has taken note of the concerns raised by citizens prior to the approval being given.

Recognising that Liat 2020 is a new company against Liat 1974, Minister Edghill said that they have put in place all the measures to ensure that the passengers are protected.
“One of our main concerns with Liat and every other airline that has been flying to Guyana is the safety of the people. That simply means, passengers should be protected at all times, in the event of any challenges faced,” the minister said.
Edghill further related that Liat 2020 will enhance the affordability of Caribbean travel for consumers, making it more competitive in terms of pricing while providing the opportunity for greater flexibility for travellers to move to different parts of the region.
The minister further said that the Government of Guyana, through the aviation authority, will continue to ensure that the full compliance of every airline that is operating in Guyana is met and the travelling public’s interest is always protected.

Regarding the tremendous interest of airlines wanting to fly to Guyana, Minister Edghill said that the government has been “out there” negotiating with several players to come to the developing nation.
“We are not surprised at the high interest that airlines are showing in Guyana. We have been out there, advocating and ensuring that Guyana become a preferred destination for tourists and a preferred destination to conduct business,” he related.

Meanwhile, Liat 2020, in a statement via their social media platforms said: “We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural flight of LIAT20 to Guyana! Now connecting the beautiful destinations of Antigua, Barbados, St. Vincent, and Grenada to Guyana.”
Guyana is also set to welcome AVIANCA, a leading Colombian airline, which is going to introduce direct flights in December.

So far this year, Guyana has added an additional 200,000 airline seats and 125,000 more passenger movements.
Avianca’s extensive network, spanning over 100 destinations across the Americas and Europe, will transform Guyana into a more accessible and attractive destination, offering travellers seamless connections to other global hotspots.