Is Interjet Still Flying?
Interjet is no longer operating. Here’s what happened to Mexico’s former third-largest airline and how to find flights on its former routes.
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Interjet was a Mexican low-cost carrier founded in 2005 and headquartered in Mexico City, growing to become the country’s third-largest airline before its collapse. Weighed down by mounting debt worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, Interjet suspended all flights in December 2020 and was formally declared bankrupt by a Mexican court in 2022, with repeated announced relaunch attempts through 2024 failing to materialize.
Interjet Airlines Route Network
Interjet no longer operates. Its former domestic Mexican and international routes have largely been absorbed by Volaris, Viva Aerobus, and Aeroméxico, which gained significant market share following its 2020 collapse.
Primary Hub
Mexico City International Airport (AICM) — historical
Interjet’s historical primary hub was Mexico City International Airport (AICM), with significant additional operations from Cancún, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.
Alliance & Partner Airlines
As a defunct airline, Interjet has no current alliance or codeshare relationships. Travelers looking for its former routes should search under Volaris, Viva Aerobus, or Aeroméxico.
Baggage, Seating & Onboard Amenities
A quick reference before you pack — always confirm exact allowances on your fare rules at booking, since they vary by route and cabin.
Carry-On & Personal Item
Not applicable — Interjet does not currently sell tickets or operate flights.
Checked Baggage
Not applicable — Interjet does not currently sell tickets or operate flights.
Excess Baggage Fees
Overweight, oversized, or extra bags typically incur a per-bag fee charged at check-in or online in advance — pre-paying online is usually cheaper than paying at the airport.
Seat Selection & Cabin Classes
Not applicable — Interjet does not currently sell tickets or operate flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Interjet suspended all flight operations in December 2020 after a prolonged financial crisis worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it was formally declared bankrupt by a Mexican court in 2022. Repeatedly announced relaunch plans through 2024 have not materialized.
Interjet's IATA code was 4O, with ICAO code AIJ.
Its former leadership has repeatedly announced plans to relaunch, most recently targeting 2023 and later dates, citing disputes with the bankruptcy trustee over debt repayment to former employees as an ongoing obstacle. As of the most recent public reporting, no relaunch has occurred, so travelers should not rely on Interjet as a bookable option.
Interjet accumulated over a billion dollars in debt from years of financial strain, exacerbated by the COVID-19 travel collapse, unpaid fuel bills that led IATA to suspend its ticketing authority, and an employee strike over unpaid wages — culminating in the airline grounding its final aircraft in December 2020.
Volaris, Viva Aerobus, and Aeroméxico collectively absorbed the vast majority of the roughly 15 million annual passengers Interjet had carried before its collapse, particularly in the Mexican domestic market.
No. Since Interjet does not operate flights, you can't book tickets directly with it — be cautious of any third-party site suggesting otherwise, and search for your route under Volaris, Viva Aerobus, or Aeroméxico instead.
Yes, Interjet operated as a low-cost carrier and was, prior to its collapse, Mexico's third-largest airline by passengers, behind Volaris and Aeroméxico.
Interjet was the first low-cost carrier to operate the Russian-built Sukhoi Superjet 100, but the fleet's high maintenance costs and parts-availability issues contributed to the airline's operational and financial struggles before its 2020 shutdown.
Search for your origin and destination under Volaris, Viva Aerobus, or Aeroméxico, which now cover the bulk of Interjet's former Mexican domestic and international network.
As of the most recent public reporting, Interjet's Mexican bankruptcy proceedings remained unresolved, with disputes over asset sale proceeds and payments owed to thousands of former employees still ongoing years after the 2020 shutdown.
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Looking for Flights on Interjet’s Former Routes?
Interjet suspended operations in December 2020 and was later declared bankrupt. Volaris, Viva Aerobus, and Aeroméxico now cover most of its former Mexican domestic and international routes.