Avianca Cargo becomes top flower carrier from Colombia to the US

Avianca Cargo  has successfully concluded its Valentine’s Day 2025 season with record-breaking flower shipments from Colombia and Ecuador to North America. To meet heightened demand, the airline doubled its regular capacity, prioritizing on-time performance, service excellence, and quality handling. 

Throughout the season, Avianca Cargo operated approximately 300 cargo flights, transporting around 18,000 tons of flowers to key hubs like Miami and Los Angeles. To support this increased volume, the airline invested in infrastructure enhancements, digitalisation projects, and a 30% increase in workforce, enabling it to successfully deliver on its value proposition.

“In preparation for Valentine’s Day, we optimized our logistics to ensure a seamless season for our customers,” said Diogo Elias, Senior VP of Avianca Cargo. “Our record-breaking efficiency gains included over 40% reduction in flower processing and delivery times of arround 50% underscoring our commitment to excellence. We are proud to support the flower industry with superior service, driven by our dedicated team and strong partnerships across the supply chain.”

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