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Volaris is a Mexican ultra-low-cost airline flying an all-Airbus A320-family fleet across Mexico, the United States and Central America.
Volaris overview
Volaris was founded in 2005 and is operated by Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, which is listed in Mexico and New York. In December 2025 Volaris and rival Viva agreed to combine under a new holding company while keeping separate brands; US clearance was reported in September 2026, with a Mexican regulatory decision still pending.
The airline flies an all-Airbus A320-family fleet of roughly 140 or more aircraft in a single-class, high-density layout, with sister carriers in Costa Rica and El Salvador. Guadalajara is its largest hub, alongside Mexico City and Tijuana. Volaris serves about 28 US cities and focuses heavily on routes between regional Mexican cities and US destinations with large Mexican communities.
| IATA code | Y4 |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Main hub | Guadalajara (GDL) |
| Alliance | Independent |
| Founded | 2005 |
- ICAO code
- VOI
- Hubs and bases
- GDL · MEX · TIJ · CUN · MTY
- Cabins
- Economy
- Official website
- volaris.com
Where Volaris flies
Volaris flies a dense domestic Mexican network from Guadalajara, Mexico City and Tijuana, plus many cross-border routes to about 28 US cities and some Central American destinations.
Popular Volaris routes
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Destination guides for Volaris travelers
Cancún
Caribbean beaches, cenotes and Maya ruins, with nonstop flights from dozens of US and Canadian cities.
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Los Angeles
Beaches, studios and world-class museums spread across a sunny basin, served by LAX plus handy Burbank and Long Beach airports.
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Mexico
Flights to Mexico
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New York
Three airports, 24-hour subway, and five boroughs of museums, Broadway, parks and food that never runs out of new corners to explore.
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United States
Flights to United States
Explore United States →Volaris baggage policy
As a low-cost airline, Volaris prices most extras separately: the lowest fares usually include only a small personal item, while cabin bags, checked bags and seat selection are added for a fee. Allowances and prices depend on the fare and route, and adding bags when you book is almost always cheaper than at the airport. See our extra baggage service for help.
Volaris cancellation policy
What happens when you cancel a Volaris ticket depends on the fare rules attached to it, which you see before booking. Tickets bought for travel to or from the US generally allow a free cancellation within 24 hours of booking when the flight is at least seven days away; after that, flexible fares may be refundable and others may convert to credit or be non-refundable. If Volaris cancels your flight, you are entitled to a refund. Our cancellation desk reviews your ticket free of charge.
Volaris date change policy
Whether a Volaris ticket can be changed, and for what fee, depends on its fare rules; you will usually pay any fare difference. We compare the options before you commit. More on our date change service.
Volaris check-in information
Check-in times and methods for Volaris vary by airport and route, including online, app and airport check-in. For international departures from the US, plan to arrive about three hours before departure, and confirm the exact deadlines in your booking confirmation.
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Volaris — frequently asked questions
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Is Volaris part of an airline alliance?
No. Volaris is not a member of a global alliance, although it has codeshare or partner agreements with some airlines.
Where is Volaris based?
Its largest hub is Guadalajara (GDL), with other major bases at Mexico City (MEX) and Tijuana (TIJ).
What does low-cost mean on this airline?
In general, a low-cost carrier sells a basic fare and charges separately for extras such as checked bags, seat selection and food, so travellers pay only for the services they choose. Check the airline's website for current details.
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