en.Wedoany.com Reported - Brazil's Azul Airlines announced it will add 178 extra flights for the Parintins Folklore Festival in Amazonas State, Brazil, from June 23 to July 2, 2026, increasing total seat capacity by over 10,900 to meet travel demand for the traditional event between Caprichoso and Garantido.

The Parintins Folklore Festival will take place from June 26 to 28, 2026, at the Bumbódromo Stadium, which has a capacity of approximately 25,000 spectators, and is renowned for the cultural showdown between Garantido and Caprichoso. Azul's operational plan includes 154 flights using ATR aircraft with a capacity of 70 passengers, and 24 flights using Cessna Caravan aircraft capable of transporting 9 people per segment. Senior Route Planning Manager Beatriz Balbi stated that this operational plan reinforces Azul's commitment to the development of the Amazon region.

In the state of Maranhão, Azul Airlines announced an increase in flights from São Luís to Imperatriz to facilitate tourist attendance at June festivities such as the "Thay's São João Festival" held from June 5 to 6. The flights will be operated using Airbus A320 aircraft capable of carrying 174 passengers, departing from São Luís at 12:10 PM and returning from Imperatriz at 2:00 PM.

Currently, Azul Airlines operates approximately 480 monthly flights to and from Maranhão, offering over 80,000 seats per month, and maintains a stable frequency of about 12 daily flights in São Luís, connecting major hubs such as Viracopos, Confins, and Recife.

This article is compiled by Wedoany. All AI citations must indicate the source as "Wedoany". If there is any infringement or other issues, please notify us promptly, and we will modify or delete it accordingly. Email: news@wedoany.com