Budget airline expands its footprint with 11 new tropical flight routes beginning in November

Southwest Airlines plans to add 11 nonstop international routes, expanding its service from several US cities to holiday destinations in the Caribbean and Central America. The additions give travellers more direct flight options, including some routes where the airline will be the only carrier offering nonstop service.

The routes begin between November and June, with some starting in 2027. Las Vegas to Puerto Vallarta launches on 1 November; Nashville gains flights to Liberia in February, Aruba in March, and Nassau and Providenciales in June. Austin will add routes to San José, Liberia, Punta Cana and Nassau, while Columbus and Pittsburgh will gain flights to Punta Cana. The article notes that Liberia requires US visitors to obtain a visa and is under a Level 2 travel advisory.