United Airlines plans suspension of Cuba flights amid demand concerns

In 2016, following policy changes under the Obama administration, United proposed several routes to Cuba from various U.S. airports. Steve Morrissey, United's vice president of regulatory and policy affairs at the time, stated: "With people-to-people travel to Cuba now authorized, it's even more important to ensure individuals across the country – not only South Florida – have access to convenient air service to this beautiful and culturally rich country."

The resumption of air service in recent years was seen as a step towards normalizing relations between the U.S. and Cuba after decades of embargoes. United resumed commercial passenger flights to Cuba in November 2022 after a hiatus due to the pandemic.

Despite suspending its Havana route, United continues operating charter services from Jacksonville International Airport to Guantanamo Bay.

United Airlines is known for having one of the largest fleets globally with approximately 1,040 jets. This summer saw an expansion of both international and domestic routes.

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