"We transported 18,000 tons of flowers for Valentine's Day"

Avianca Cargo has successfully concluded its Valentine's Day 2025 season with record-breaking flower shipments from Colombia and Ecuador to North America. To meet heightened demand, the airline doubled its regular capacity, prioritizing on-time performance, service excellence, and quality handling.

Throughout the season, Avianca Cargo operated approximately 300 cargo flights, transporting around 18,000 tons of flowers to key hubs like Miami and Los Angeles. To support this increased volume, the airline invested in infrastructure enhancements, digitalization projects, and a 30% increase in workforce, enabling it to successfully deliver on its value proposition.

"In preparation for Valentine's Day, we optimized our logistics to ensure a seamless season for our customers," said Diogo Elias, Senior VP of Avianca Cargo. "Our record-breaking efficiency gains included over 40% reduction in flower processing and delivery times of around 50% underscoring our commitment to excellence. We are proud to support the flower industry with superior service, driven by our dedicated team and strong partnerships across the supply chain."

"MIA is proud to be America's largest gateway for fresh flowers, with more than 1,500 tons projected to arrive daily this year for Valentine's Day, which would be a 3% increase over last year," said Ralph Cutié, Director and CEO, Miami International Airport. "Thanks to our strong partnership with airlines like Avianca Cargo and federal support from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, millions of blooms will reach their destinations across the country in time for the holiday."