Liat Air Expands Regional Network with New Direct Flights to Dominican Republic

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LIAT 20 celebrates its inaugural flight to Montego Bay, Jamaica
LIAT 20 celebrates its inaugural flight to Montego Bay, Jamaica

Liat Air has announced the launch of two new direct routes to the Dominican Republic, expanding its regional footprint and strengthening Caribbean connectivity.

Beginning December 12, 2025, the airline will commence flights to Santo Domingo (SDQ), followed by the launch of service to Punta Cana (PUJ) on December 15, 2025.

The addition of these routes marks a major milestone in Liat Air’s strategic growth plan, enhancing travel links between Antigua and Barbuda, the Dominican Republic, and the wider Caribbean.

The new services are expected to benefit families, business travelers, and diaspora communities, while fostering trade, tourism, and cultural exchange.

Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic’s capital and economic hub, will serve as a key destination for government officials, students, and corporate travelers.

Meanwhile, Punta Cana — known globally for its luxurious resorts and pristine beaches — will appeal to leisure travelers seeking new getaway experiences.

Liat Air’s CEO, Hafsah Abdulsalam, described the move as a natural evolution of the airline’s mission to unite the region.

“Our entry into the Dominican Republic reflects our ongoing commitment to making inter-island travel more seamless and accessible. These new routes meet a growing demand for greater regional mobility and support tourism, business, and community connections across the Caribbean,” she said.

Beyond passenger travel, the new routes will facilitate the flow of goods and services, creating fresh opportunities for regional commerce and collaboration.

Full flight schedules and booking details are now available at www.flyliatair.com.

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Comments (11)

  • Apex Jones October 16, 2025, 7:28 PM

    This is good news. I no longer have to go through PR or Miami to get to Punta Cana. That took half a day from my trip there last year. Hope the prices are attractive
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  • Tromos October 16, 2025, 9:02 PM

    Let’s just hope the prices stay affordable. Accessibility is key if this is going to work.
    Reply
  • Informed citizen October 16, 2025, 9:10 PM

    Nice move, Liat! Regional connectivity is long overdue, and this could boost both business and cultural exchanges. Let’s hope it’s a long-term addition, not a short-lived experiment.
    Reply
  • Goffery October 17, 2025, 7:46 AM

    GREAT MOVE LIAT AIR. ALOT OF PEOPLE FROM DR WANNA GO THERE HASSLE FREE
    Reply
  • Unruly One October 17, 2025, 11:18 AM

    We canot wait for LIAT to fly to the US countries. AA flights are too expensive
    Reply
  • Flick October 17, 2025, 11:45 AM

    Open door for more DR people to come to Antigua to form fool
    Reply
  • Tromos October 17, 2025, 1:33 PM

    I Love the way that LIAT keep expanding
    Reply
  • Concerned Antiguan October 17, 2025, 8:30 PM

    The planes need to change. We neeed some upgraded planes. We trust you to fly for 20 mintues to Barbuda but we not sure about DR . SOrry
    Reply
  • Anonymous October 18, 2025, 8:48 AM

    Well the only thing i can say is that we hope the tickets are cheaper because this is what we want
    Reply
  • Yasmine October 18, 2025, 11:22 AM

    Great stuff Liat
    Reply
  • Marsha October 23, 2025, 4:29 PM

    Great work LIAT. Keep occupying that space
    Reply

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