Air operations between Cuba and Mexico They remain unchanged, despite the shortage of aviation fuel at Cuban airports, according to official sources.
Diplomatic authorities and airlines confirmed that scheduled flights continue to operate regularly, guaranteeing connectivity for tourists, operators and frequent travelers, reported news agencies, including Latin Press and EFE.
The Cuban Embassy in Mexico reported that the airline companies that operate routes to the island work in coordination with the aeronautical authorities to ensure the stability of operations.
“Flights to Cuba from Mexico are not suspended. All airlines maintain their frequencies,” said Ambassador Eugenio Martínez Enríquez in a message posted on the X social network.
Flights to Cuba have not been suspended since #Mexico. We have confirmed that all airlines that have a connection with #Cuba They maintain their frequencies. pic.twitter.com/WHo3Ex2qn9
— Eugenio Martínez Enríquez (@EugenioMtnez) February 9, 2026
The diplomat, together with the second Head of Mission, Johana Tablada, and political advisor José Maury, offered an update on “the severity and devastating impact of the most recent inhumane measures of the United States government against the population of Cuba for the purposes of destabilization and domination.”
For their part, the Mexican airlines Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus and Volaris confirmed that their flights continue normally. In particular, Viva Aerobus explained that its aircraft take off from Mexico with enough fuel to cover the round trip, thus avoiding any impact due to the lack of supply in Cuban territory.
Contingency measures
The energy crisis in Cubaaggravated by United States sanctions that have limited access to oil, forced the island’s authorities to issue an official notice (Notam) to international airlines.
The statement warned that from February 10 to March 11 there would be no fuel available at nine airports, including the José Martí International Airport in Havana.
Faced with this situation, airlines have adopted contingency measures. Viva Aerobus detailed that its flights from Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA), Monterrey, Mérida and Cancún take off with a full load of fuel.
Other international companies, such as Air Europa and Iberia, have opted for technical stops in the Dominican Republic to refuel before continuing to Europe. In contrast, Air Canada temporarily suspended its operations to Cuba, organizing special flights to repatriate its customers.
A commercial pilot consulted by AP He recalled that the last time Cuba faced a similar crisis was more than a decade ago, when aircraft bound for Europe had to refuel in Nassau, Bahamas. Today, alternatives include Cancun and the Dominican Republic as intermediate supply points.
Cuba informs international airlines that it does not have fuel for airplanes
Tourism and regional connectivity
Tourism, vital for the Cuban economy, faces a suffocating scenario with increasingly less stimulating numbers. However, the continuity of flights from Mexico represents at least a relief for the sector.
The Cuban Embassy stressed that the island remains open to tourism and reiterated the “commitment” to offering a safe and organized experience to visitors.
In the midst of the visible decline of the sector in Cuba and even with figures far from those of the largest markets, Mexico has established itself as one of the main sources of tourists to the Antillean nation and, at the same time, as a strategic partner in air mobility.
The normality of operations reinforces bilateral cooperation and guarantees that Mexican and Cuban travelers maintain their plans without major setbacks, analysts consider.
Cuba closes hotels and relocates tourists due to fuel shortages
Mexican solidarity in the face of the crisis
The Mexican government has expressed its support for Cuba in the midst of the energy crisis. President Claudia Sheinbaum described the United States oil siege as “unfair” and announced the sending of more humanitarian aid.
Last Sunday, two Navy ships left Veracruz with 814 tons of food and hygiene products, which will arrive to the island in the coming days.
“This sanction that is being imposed on the countries that sell oil to Cuba is very unfair. It is not right, because it directly affects the people,” Sheinbaum declared at a press conference.
In this context, the president of the ruling Morena party, Luisa María Alcalde, and the general secretary, Carolina Rangel, received the Cuban ambassador to Mexico, Eugenio Martínez.
For his part, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel publicly thanked Mexican solidarity and highlighted the “always warm embrace” of his Latin American neighbor.
Russia speaks out: solidarity with Cuba and Venezuela
In the midst of regional tensions, Russia reiterated its support for Cuba and Venezuela in the face of pressure exerted by the United States, he reported this Monday. a dispatch from the Russia Today portal (RT).
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov released a video message on the occasion of the Day of the Diplomatic Worker in which he underlined Moscow’s stance against “neocolonial” practices and unilateral coercive measures.
“We reaffirm our solidarity with the people of Venezuela and Cuba. We are convinced that only they can determine their own destiny,” declared Lavrov.
The Russian Foreign Minister also denounced the military offensive launched by Washington in Venezuela on January 3, which concluded with the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who were transferred to New York to face charges against them.
Caracas described the operation as a “very serious military aggression” aimed at seizing the country’s strategic resources, although its current government – led by acting president Dlecy Rodríguez – has remained in communication with the Trump Administration and has given the green light to Washington’s demands on issues such as the oil sector and the release of political prisoners.
Russia and China joined international calls to demand the release of Maduro and respect for Venezuelan sovereignty.
In parallel, Lavrov criticized the executive order signed by Donald Trump on January 29, which declared a “national emergency” regarding Cuba and accused the island’s government of harboring terrorist groups and allowing foreign military capabilities.
