VivaAerobus will operate twice-weekly nonstop flights between Chicago Midway and Monterrey every Monday and Friday on a Boeing B737-300 aircraft. Monterrey is the commercial and industrial hub of northern Mexico and is the third-largest metropolitan area in the country.

"On behalf of Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, we are pleased to welcome VivaAerobus as our newest airline partner," said Chicago Department of Aviation Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino. "This new route will provide substantial economic, cultural and leisure opportunities for both cities. VivaAerobus' emphasis on affordability and convenience fits in perfectly with Midway's reputation as the nation's premier airport for point-to-point, value-fare service."

Chicago is the third U.S. destination for VivaAerobus since the airlline's U.S. market launch in 2009.  VivaAerobus currently serves Houston and Las Vegas from Monterrey.

"At VivaAerobus, we are making great strides in our expansions into the U.S. market; with this new destination, we now reach six cities," said Juan Carlos Zuazua, VivaAerobus CEO. "These options help us solidify our offerings and commitment to our users, servicing them with the best routes and the most affordable prices in the market."

Monterrey-based VivaAerobus, which began operations in 2006, maintains a fleet of 16 Boeing 737-300 airplanes with capacity for 148 passengers. VivaAerobus' operational hubs include Monterrey, Mexico City, and Guadalajara, Mexico. 

With the addition of VivaAerobus, Midway will have three airlines providing nonstop, scheduled service to international destinations in Mexico and Canada. This new service is a result of the CDA's ongoing efforts to attract new international and domestic carriers to the Chicago market. In total, seven airlines serve 60 destinations from Midway.

For more information about VivaAerobus, please visit www.vivaaerobus.com.