Viva Reports Lower Passenger Traffic in April 2026 Amid Capacity Adjustments

In April, Viva reduced its total capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASMs), by 7.8% year-over-year. Domestic capacity decreased by 4.6%, while international capacity saw a sharper reduction of 20.8%, reflecting a more cautious approach toward international operations. Despite the lower capacity, the airline maintained a strong consolidated load factor of 84.1%, supported by an 85.7% load factor in the domestic market and 76.3% in international operations. The figures continue to position Viva among the leading low-cost carriers in Latin America in terms of passenger occupancy levels.

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Juan Carlos Zuazua, the airline’s CEO, stated that the results reflect proactive capacity adjustments aligned with the current macroeconomic environment and high fuel costs. He added that the airline remains focused on operational discipline and reliability while managing the grounding of Pratt & Whitney engines and closely monitoring market conditions amid softer consumer demand. Despite ongoing industry challenges related to supply chains and engine availability, Viva continues prioritizing efficiency and network stability as part of its long-term growth strategy in the Mexican aviation market.