Haiti–DR Air Links: Delay Confirmed, MAEC Cites Imminent Resumption
Expected on May 1, 2026, the resumption of flights between Haiti and the Dominican Republic has been postponed due to a lack of a security protocol. However, the MAEC assures that operations should begin within the month.
By Wideberlin SENEXANT · Port-au-Prince
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The resumption of air links between Haiti and the Dominican Republic, scheduled for May 1, 2026, has been delayed by Dominican authorities due to the absence of a finalized security protocol.
Faced with this situation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship (MAEC) sought to reassure. In a statement issued on May 2, it indicates that the process is "well underway" and that flights should resume during the month of May.
This restart is expected to be gradual, with operations initially concentrated at Cap-Haïtien International Airport, while Toussaint Louverture International Airport remains excluded for now.
The two countries continue discussions to finalize the security framework necessary for the effective resumption of flights.
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