When new chapters begin, new opportunities often follow. Sometimes all it takes is the willingness to embrace them, learn from them, and grow.
Just as some people choose to renew their lifestyle, there are also companies aiming to shift the landscape. That’s the case with Viva Airlines, which arrives in Peru with fresh ideas, innovative proposals, and a model that could benefit many travelers.
What does Viva Airlines bring to Peruvian skies?
This airline comes with a model that has already proven successful in other countries: low-cost flights — an affordable option for many looking to travel without financial stress.
Viva Airlines is part of the Irish group Irelandia Aviation, pioneers of the global low-cost model and creators of Ryanair, Europe’s most recognized budget airline. The group also manages other brands such as Viva Aerobús in Mexico, Allegiant in the U.S., and Tigerair in Asia.
Viva Airlines gained rapid recognition in Latin America thanks to its budget-friendly fares. Its presence was solidified in Colombia with the creation of Viva Colombia, an airline born in Medellín that helped revolutionize air travel in the country.
Originally launched under the name Fast Colombia, the airline has been driven by its president William Shaw, who remains committed to making aviation more accessible to everyone. With this vision, Viva Air Perú emerges as a natural extension of the model.
“At Viva Colombia, we are committed to continuing to democratize aviation,” says Shaw, reinforcing his mission of delivering affordable and functional air travel.
A new player with solid roots
Viva Air Perú is a young airline with strong international backing. Its partnership with Viva Colombia and its ties to Irelandia Aviation provide a solid and trustworthy foundation.
Expectations are high. The low-cost model is expected to energize the domestic market and offer more travel opportunities for Peruvians. Still, the competition is fierce: LATAM, its strongest rival, has also begun to roll out this format in countries such as Ecuador, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina.
Both airlines — with their unique proposals, restrictions, and benefits — aim to win over passengers who value both price and experience.
Viva Airlines is set to make its mark on Peruvian tourism, encouraging domestic travel and helping people discover new destinations in a country full of wonders. Its arrival is an invitation to fly more, spend less, and rediscover Peru from above.
