British Airways Signs Codeshare Deal with Viva to Expand Flights Across Mexico

British Airways has signed a new codeshare agreement with Mexican low-cost carrier Viva, formerly known as Viva Aerobus. The deal gives UK travellers access to 13 destinations across Mexico through connections at Mexico City and Cancún.

Bookings are open now through British Airways. Travel on eligible connecting journeys starts on 28 March 2027, at the beginning of the summer 2027 season, with both airlines’ flights on a single ticket.

The partnership extends British Airways’ reach within Mexico. Passengers travelling from London can reach more destinations without arranging separate domestic flights.

Which Mexican Destinations Are Included in the BA–Viva Partnership?

The codeshare agreement covers connections through two Mexican airports: Mexico City International Airport (MEX) and Cancún International Airport (CUN).

The destinations available depend on the connecting airport.

Connections via Mexico City (MEX)

Passengers connecting through Mexico City will have access to:

• Guadalajara

• Veracruz

• Monterrey

• Oaxaca

• Cancún

• Mérida

• San José del Cabo

• Chihuahua

• Hermosillo

• Puerto Vallarta

• Tijuana

Connections via Cancún (CUN)

Passengers travelling through Cancún will be able to connect to:

• Veracruz

• León

• Guadalajara

• Monterrey

• Querétaro

• Chihuahua

• Tijuana

Several destinations appear in both lists, giving passengers a choice of connecting hubs for eligible journeys. For ideas on what to see in each region, Visit Mexico, the country’s official tourism site, has destination guides.

What Does the Partnership Mean for UK Travellers?

The codeshare agreement brings several benefits for passengers travelling between the UK and Mexico:

• Single-ticket bookings: Eligible British Airways and Viva flights can be booked together under one reservation, rather than as separate tickets.

• Missed connection protection: Passengers travelling on a qualifying through-ticket have greater protection if delays cause them to miss a connecting flight. Rebooking is subject to the airline’s conditions.

• Avios and tier points: British Airways Club members can earn Avios and tier points on eligible Viva-operated flights booked under a BA flight number. Avios cannot currently be redeemed for Viva flights.

• Connections to London: The partnership also works in the opposite direction. Passengers travelling from Mexican cities can connect through Mexico City or Cancún to British Airways flights to London. From there they can continue across the airline’s wider network and the oneworld alliance.

The single-ticket arrangement makes it simpler to plan journeys that combine international and domestic flights. Travellers should still check baggage arrangements, connection times and the conditions attached to their booking.

Who Is Viva?

Viva, formerly known as Viva Aerobus, is a Mexican low-cost airline. It has operated for 20 years and carried more than 180 million passengers.

The airline serves over 60 destinations across Mexico, the United States, Colombia, Costa Rica and Cuba. Its fleet consists of 110 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft.

British Airways chief planning and strategy officer Neil Chernoff said Mexico had been an important part of the airline’s network for more than 60 years. He described the agreement as a new development in that relationship.

Viva’s chief planning and alliances officer, Javier Suárez, said the agreement would let passengers reach more destinations on a single ticket.

BA and Viva Codeshare Agreement: Key Details

Planning Flights to Mexico from the UK

The new agreement gives UK passengers more options beyond Mexico City and Cancún. Travellers heading to destinations such as Oaxaca, Monterrey, Guadalajara and Mérida can compare eligible connections through either hub when planning their 2027 journeys.

Before booking, check the total journey time, connecting airport, baggage arrangements and ticket conditions. These can vary depending on the itinerary and the flights selected.

Passengers should also review the latest GOV.UK foreign travel advice for Mexico, including the entry requirements, before departure.

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Codeshare routes, schedules, loyalty benefits and fares are subject to airline terms and may change. Confirm the latest details with the airline before booking.