Overview:
IBC Air will begin operating the first direct passenger flights between Miami, Florida, and Les Cayes, Haiti, on Nov. 10, marking a major step toward improving regional connectivity. The new route meets strong demand from southern Haitians in the diaspora seeking a cheaper, faster option to travel home.
LES CAYES, Haiti — IBC Air is set to inaugurate its first passenger flight on Nov. 10, connecting travelers from Miami International Airport to Antoine Simon Airport in Les Cayes, Haiti. The much-anticipated international route — with three daily flights planned — marks a major step toward improving regional air access to southern Haiti.
The launch responds to a growing demand from the Haitian diaspora, particularly those from the southern region. According to IBC agents at the Les Cayes airport counters on Tuesday, tickets are already sold out through Nov. 26, underscoring strong public interest in a more direct and affordable travel option.
On its website, flyibcair.com, IBC Air first listed round-trip fares between $300 and $600. Prices have since increased to between $630 to $860 with demand. But the Fort Lauderdale-based carrier’s fares are still significantly lower than those of its competitors. One traveler reported that they recently paid $1,400 for a Miami–Cap-Haïtien round-trip ticket, plus an additional $250 to continue to Les Cayes. Sunrise Airways is the company currently managing commercial flight service from Florida to Cap-Haïtien.
Plans for commercial service between Les Cayes and Miami were first announced in June 2025 by Dimitri Fouchard, an IBC Air representative. Despite a successful test flight, the airline was still awaiting final clearance from Haiti’s National Airport Authority (AAN) to operate at Antoine Simon.
At the time, Fouchard said that the international airport, with its 6,100-foot runway, could safely accommodate Embraer ERJ-145 aircraft, and that only minor terminal works remained before service could begin.
With this week’s announcement of IBC’s first flight, it appears that final authorization from the AAN has now been granted.
At Antoine Simon International Airport, key structures appear to be ready. The airline has invested in building its new check-in counters, creating a more organized and modern setup for travelers. Staff are already on site to assist passengers, underscoring the airport’s readiness to welcome its first commercial international flight.
Bookings for the inaugural flight opened shortly after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) renewed its flight restrictions to Haiti through March 7, 2026, due to ongoing security concerns. IBC Air reports having obtained the necessary clearances to operate between Miami and Les Cayes, in full compliance with federal regulations.
The airline has not yet announced plans to expand its services to other Haitian cities, but the launch of this route suggests a gradual growth strategy may be underway. IBC Air has not responded to The Haitian Times email for comments about possible future destinations.
