Guyanese startup airline in charter agreements with European carriers
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) – Two-year old Guyanese start-up airline Jet Global Services (Guyana) Inc says it has reached an agreement with Bulgaria-headquartered GullivAir and Switzerland-based LunaJets to offer passengers an option of connecting to neighbouring Brazil, the Caribbean and North America.
In a statement, Jet Global Services (Guyana) Inc said it is “thrilled to announce the launch of its chartered international flight operations, connecting Guyana to Europe, North America, and South America, starting in July 2025.
“This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in positioning Guyana as a premier hub for global connectivity, driving economic growth, and enhancing travel opportunities for citizens and visitors alike,” it said.
The company said that in partnership with GullivAir, headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, and Luna Jets in Paris, France, Jet Global Services is set to redefine air travel in Guyana.
It said GullivAir’s state-of-the-art Airbus A330-200 aircraft offers 269 seats across business, premium, and economy classes, ensuring a travel experience defined by comfort and elegance.
The local airline company said GullivAir is in the final stages of receiving all the requisite approvals from the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority, which is anticipated to be within weeks.
It said flights will be to and from Cheddi Jagan International Airport, facilitating direct, non-stop flights to key international destinations, including Georgetown – London, United Kingdom (negotiating transit with Barbados, Tobago, Antigua, St Lucia), -Georgetown to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Georgetown to Toronto, Canada and Georgetown to New York.
“As Guyana becomes a significant player in the global oil market, the demand for a reliable, affordable international airline has never been more pressing. Jet Global Services and its partners are fully committed to meeting this demand, connecting Guyana with the world while propelling Guyana’s economy forward,” the company added.