interCaribbean Airways

ICAO: IWY Active as of Dec 11, 2025

62

Active Routes

1951

Flight Observations

20

Unique Destinations

21

Origin Airports

329

Avg Route Distance (mi)

1221

Longest Route (mi)

1

Domestic Routes

61

International Routes
About interCaribbean Airways

Interjet (ICAO: IWY), officially known as ABC Aerolíneas, S.A. de C.V., was a Mexican low-cost carrier founded in 2005 by the Alemán family and commenced operations in December of the same year. It aimed to compete with established airlines like Aeromexico and Mexicana, initially positioning itself as a budget airline that offered a more comprehensive service experience than typical low-cost carriers. Before its financial collapse, Interjet had grown to become Mexico's third-largest airline.

The airline's main operational base was initially Toluca International Airport, but it later expanded its primary hub to Mexico City International Airport. Interjet also maintained additional hubs and focus cities in popular destinations such as Cancún, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. At its peak in early 2020, Interjet operated a diverse fleet comprising primarily Airbus A320 family aircraft (including A320, A321, A320neo, and A321neo models) and Sukhoi Superjet 100s. Its fleet numbered over 80 aircraft, with approximately 66 Airbus and 20 Sukhoi Superjet 100s, notably being the sole operator of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 in the Americas.

Interjet's route network spanned both domestic and international destinations across the Americas. Within Mexico, it served numerous cities, while its international reach extended to the USA, Canada, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. Popular international destinations included New York, Miami, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Bogotá, San José (Costa Rica), Havana, Lima, and Quito. While not a member of a major global airline alliance, Interjet did establish codeshare agreements with American Airlines and Iberia starting in 2014. The airline was known for offering amenities uncommon among low-cost carriers, such as generous 34-inch seat pitch, complimentary snacks and beverages (including alcoholic drinks), and a relatively liberal baggage policy that often included free checked bags and two 10kg carry-on bags for basic fares. It also operated a loyalty program called Club Interjet. Interjet ceased all operations in December 2020, and was formally declared bankrupt in April 2023 due to prolonged financial difficulties exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

What Travelers Say

Traveler reviews for Interjet, particularly from its operational period leading up to its cessation, reveal a mixed but ultimately negative sentiment due to its financial decline.

What Travelers Love (prior to financial distress):

  • Generous Legroom: Many passengers consistently praised the ample space between seats, often noting it was superior to other budget airlines.
  • Complimentary In-flight Service: The provision of free snacks and beverages, including alcohol, was a highly appreciated feature for a low-cost carrier.
  • Generous Baggage Allowance: Travelers frequently highlighted Interjet's more lenient baggage policies, which often included free checked bags and a good allowance for carry-on items.

Common Complaints (especially during its final years):

  • Widespread Flight Cancellations and Delays: In its final months, Interjet became notorious for frequent, often unannounced, flight cancellations and significant delays, primarily due to its inability to pay for fuel and mounting financial issues.
  • Poor Customer Service and Communication: Many travelers reported extreme difficulty reaching customer service, unhelpful staff, and a general lack of clear communication regarding flight changes or cancellations.
  • Unresolved Refund Issues: A major source of frustration was the airline's refusal to issue cash refunds for cancelled flights, instead offering restrictive vouchers that often had limited validity or were unusable, leading to significant financial losses for customers.

Overall, Interjet initially garnered positive feedback for blending low-cost travel with enhanced passenger comfort and services, earning it a 3-Star Low-Cost Airline rating from Skytrax for its product and staff service. However, its reputation severely deteriorated in its final years due to a protracted financial crisis, which resulted in significant operational disruptions and widespread customer dissatisfaction over unfulfilled flights and unreturned funds.

Safety Information

Interjet's safety record during its operational period was characterized by a series of minor incidents rather than major fatal accidents. In 2007, the airline received recognition as a safe airline by IATA.

The airline did experience several air safety incidents, according to AeroInside. These included a tail strike during landing in Mexico City in February 2020, a dual pack failure near Mexico City in August 2019, a fuel emergency in Mexico City in April 2019, and bird strikes in Tuxtla Gutierrez (February 2018) and Merida (June 2017). In a notable incident not directly related to flight operations but to airline security concerns, Interjet suspended two employees in September 2019 after a pilot allegedly posted a social media comment suggesting a bomb attack in Mexico City's main square.

Regarding regulatory certifications, Interjet's Air Operator Certificate (AOC) number was 23IF051B, and its details were listed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). While direct information on current IOSA certification or EU safety list status at the time of its cessation is not readily available in the search results, its early IATA recognition indicates adherence to certain safety standards.

The airline's fleet, which included Airbus A320s and Sukhoi Superjet 100s, had an average age of 6.7 years in 2018, with the airline actively renewing its aircraft. However, as Interjet's financial crisis deepened, the maintenance and operational status of its fleet suffered. By early 2020, some Sukhoi Superjet 100s were reportedly being cannibalized for parts, and leasing companies repossessed its Airbus fleet as financial troubles escalated. The remaining Sukhoi fleet eventually remained grounded at Toluca International Airport. Any potential resumption of operations would have required a thorough verification of its fleet's optimal condition and personnel training.

Based on available data, Interjet did not experience any fatal accidents during its operational history. Its safety challenges were primarily operational incidents, rather than catastrophic failures. While the financial distress in its final years likely impacted its ability to maintain its fleet and operations at optimal levels, there is no indication of safety awards or recognitions beyond the 2007 IATA recognition.

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Route Network Map
Most Popular Routes
BGI → SLU
120 miles
117 flights
AT43
112 flights
E145
85 flights
E120
GEO → BGI
Cheddi Jagan International Airport → Grantley Adams Int'l
463 miles
79 flights
AT43
SVD → BGI
Argyle International Airport → Grantley Adams Int'l
112 miles
78 flights
BN2P
PLS → GDT
Providenciales International Airport → JAGS McCartney Int'l (Grand Turk Int'l)
76 miles
76 flights
DHC6
ANU → EIS
V C Bird International Airport → Terrance B. Lettsome Int'l
202 miles
72 flights
E120
69 flights
AT43
69 flights
E145
BGI → DOM
Grantley Adams International Airport → Douglas Charles Intl.
210 miles
62 flights
AT43
Top Destinations
BGI (TBPB)
Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
400 flights
9 routes
PLS (MBPV)
Providenciales Int'l
Providenciales
261 flights
12 routes
ANU (TAPA)
VC Bird Int'l
Saint John's
183 flights
4 routes
SLU (TLPC)
George F. L. Charles
Castries
173 flights
3 routes
GND (TGPY)
Point Salines Int'l
St. George's
150 flights
4 routes
EIS (TUPJ)
Terrance B. Lettsome Int'l
Beef Island / Tortola
136 flights
5 routes
SVD (TVSA)
Argyle International Airport
Argyle
95 flights
4 routes
SDQ (MDSD)
Las Americas
Punta Caucedo
92 flights
2 routes
SJU (TJSJ)
Luis Munoz Marin Intl
San Juan
86 flights
2 routes
GDT (MBGT)
JAGS McCartney Int'l (Grand Turk Int'l)
Grand Turk Island
76 flights
1 route
Top Origin Airports
BGI (TBPB)
Grantley Adams International Airport
Bridgetown
479 flights
9 routes
PLS (MBPV)
Providenciales International Airport
Providenciales
257 flights
9 routes
EIS (TUPJ)
Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport
Beef Island
210 flights
5 routes
ANU (TAPA)
V C Bird International Airport
Osbourn
170 flights
5 routes
SVD (TVSA)
Argyle International Airport
Kingstown
138 flights
3 routes
DOM (TDPD)
Douglas-Charles Airport
Marigot
119 flights
6 routes
GND (TGPY)
Maurice Bishop International Airport
Saint George's
114 flights
3 routes
GEO (SYCJ)
Cheddi Jagan International Airport
Georgetown
101 flights
3 routes
KIN (MKJP)
Norman Manley International Airport
Kingston
99 flights
3 routes
CAP (MTCH)
Cap Haitien International Airport
Cap Haitien
53 flights
1 route
Top Border Crossing Flights
BGI (TBPB)
Grantley Adams International Airport
Bridgetown, BB
400 flights
9 routes
PLS (MBPV)
Providenciales International Airport
Providenciales, TC
261 flights
12 routes
ANU (TAPA)
V C Bird International Airport
Saint John's, AG
183 flights
4 routes
SLU (TLPC)
George F. L. Charles Airport
Castries, LC
173 flights
3 routes
GND (TGPY)
Maurice Bishop International Airport
St. George's, GD
150 flights
4 routes
EIS (TUPJ)
Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport
Beef Island / Tortola, VG
136 flights
5 routes
SVD (TVSA)
Argyle International Airport
Argyle, VC
95 flights
4 routes
SDQ (MDSD)
Las Américas International Airport
Punta Caucedo, DO
92 flights
2 routes
Longest Routes
BGI → KIN
Grantley Adams International Airport → Norman Manley Int'l
1221 mi
KIN → BGI
Norman Manley International Airport → Grantley Adams Int'l
1200 mi
ANU → MBJ
V C Bird International Airport → Sangster Int'l
1079 mi
BGI → PLS
Grantley Adams International Airport → Providenciales Int'l
1035 mi
PLS → BGI
Providenciales International Airport → Grantley Adams Int'l
1035 mi
Shortest Routes
PLS → XSC
Providenciales International Airport → South Caicos
51 mi
XSC → PLS
South Caicos Airport → Providenciales Int'l
51 mi
SVD → SLU
Argyle International Airport → George F. L. Charles
61 mi
SKB → ANU
Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport → VC Bird Int'l
62 mi
PLS → GDT
Providenciales International Airport → JAGS McCartney Int'l (Grand Turk Int'l)
76 mi
All Routes
62 Total Routes
Showing 25 most popular routes
Route Destination Flights Distance Aircraft Last Seen
BGI → SLU George F. L. Charles
Castries
117 120 mi AT43 Nov 29, 2025
BGI → ANU VC Bird Int'l
Saint John's
112 320 mi E145 Nov 29, 2025
EIS → SJU Luis Munoz Marin Intl
San Juan
85 104 mi E120 Dec 10, 2025
GEO → BGI Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
79 463 mi AT43 Dec 11, 2025
SVD → BGI Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
78 112 mi BN2P Dec 9, 2025
PLS → GDT JAGS McCartney Int'l (Grand Turk Int'l)
Grand Turk Island
76 76 mi DHC6 Dec 11, 2025
ANU → EIS Terrance B. Lettsome Int'l
Beef Island / Tortola
72 202 mi E120 Nov 30, 2025
EIS → ANU VC Bird Int'l
Saint John's
69 202 mi AT43 Dec 9, 2025
BGI → GND Point Salines Int'l
St. George's
69 172 mi E145 Nov 27, 2025
KIN → PLS Providenciales Int'l
Providenciales
62 397 mi AT43 Oct 24, 2025
BGI → DOM Douglas Charles Intl.
Marigot
62 210 mi AT43 Nov 29, 2025
SVD → GND Point Salines Int'l
St. George's
58 91 mi AT43 Dec 10, 2025
ANU → BGI Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
57 320 mi E145 Nov 30, 2025
DOM → SLU George F. L. Charles
Castries
54 108 mi AT43 Dec 10, 2025
CAP → PLS Providenciales Int'l
Providenciales
53 141 mi AT43 Dec 10, 2025
EIS → SDQ Las Americas
Punta Caucedo
52 337 mi AT43 Dec 10, 2025
GND → BGI Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
49 172 mi E145 Dec 6, 2025
PLS → XSC South Caicos
South Caicos
48 51 mi DHC6 Dec 11, 2025
GND → SVD Argyle International Airport
Argyle
48 91 mi BN2P Dec 9, 2025
DOM → BGI Grantley Adams Int'l
Bridgetown
47 210 mi AT43 Dec 10, 2025
BGI → SVD Argyle International Airport
Argyle
45 112 mi E145 Nov 28, 2025
BGI → SKB Robert L. Bradshaw Int'l
Basseterre
43 364 mi AT43 Nov 28, 2025
PLS → CAP Cap-Haitien Int'l
Cap-Haitien
41 141 mi AT43 Dec 11, 2025
PLS → SDQ Las Americas
Punta Caucedo
40 287 mi AT43 Dec 11, 2025
ANU → PLS Providenciales Int'l
Providenciales
39 754 mi CRJ9 Nov 28, 2025
Data Information:

Airline statistics are based on flight route observations collected from FlightAware AeroAPI and other sources. Flight counts represent observed operations, not scheduled frequencies. Route data is continuously updated as new flight information becomes available.

Data Freshness: Real-time
Last Update: Dec 11, 2025 06:10
Coverage: Observed routes only