DISCOVER DOMINICA CELEBRATES UNITED AIRLINES' INAUGURAL FLIGHT FROM NEWARK TO DOUGLAS-CHARLES AIRPORT

United Airlines becomes the second U.S. carrier to offer nonstop service from the U.S. to Dominica

ROSEAU, Dominica, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, February 15, Discover Dominica Authority celebrated United Airlines' inaugural flight from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Dominica's Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM), marking the second nonstop flight route from the United States to Dominica. The new service operates on Saturdays, departing Newark at 9:10 a.m. EST and arriving in Dominica at 2:39 p.m. AST on a Boeing 737-700 aircraft. The return flight departs Dominica at 3:45 p.m. AST and arrives in Newark at 7:51 p.m. EST.

"We are thrilled to welcome United Airlines to Dominica," said Hon. Denise Charles-Pemberton, Dominica's Minister of Tourism. "This new service is a testament to Dominica's growing appeal as a leisure destination known for our amazing nature experiences, safe and vibrant cultural festivals, and one-of-a-kind hospitality. Dominica offers a pristine sanctuary for health and wellness, blending hot springs, herbal medicine, and rejuvenating nature experiences. We look forward to welcoming more visitors to our shores with this new route and strengthening our connection with the Northeast and beyond."

The inaugural flight kicked off with a gate event at Newark Liberty International Airport, where Dominican dignitaries, local and airport officials, and travelers gathered to celebrate the new route to the Caribbean's Nature Island. Upon arrival at Douglas-Charles Airport, passengers were greeted with a water cannon salute and a celebratory welcome from the Discover Dominica Authority and island officials.

"The launch of our new nonstop service from Newark to Dominica is an exciting milestone for United as Newark is truly a global gateway," said Jon Gooda, United's Vice President of Airport Operations at Newark Liberty International Airport. "Connecting travelers to this stunning, vibrant island reinforces United's commitment to providing passengers with convenient options to visit and explore a wide range of unique destinations. We look forward to helping travelers experience the beauty and rich culture of Dominica."

The island of Dominica is a tropical island paradise known for its volcanic, mountainous landscape, lush, tropical forests, endless rivers and waterfalls, and pristine underwater adventures. The destination offers visitors an authentic Caribbean vacation experience with a variety of activities including eco-adventure, diving, hiking, sea kayaking, and more. To welcome the growing number of visitors to Dominica, the Douglas-Charles Airport has recently made some significant enhancements including a 6,351-foot runway expansion and the addition of runway grooving, as well as upgrades to the terminal to increase capacity and improve overall operational efficiency.

To learn more about Dominica or to plan your trip, visit www.discoverdominica.com. Direct flights from New York/Newark to Dominica can be booked at united.com and on the United app.

About Dominica
Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-EEK-a, and not to be confused with the Dominican Republic) is the youngest Caribbean Island and the last to be colonized, ultimately earning its independence on November 3, 1978. Dominica lies south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique in the Eastern Caribbean. Air travelers can connect to Dominica direct from Miami on American Airlines and make regional connections on Air Antilles, Air Sunshine, Coastal Air Transport, InterCaribbean Airways, Caribbean Airlines, Silver Airways - (Code share: American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and United), from the surrounding hubs of Antigua, Barbados, Guadeloupe, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, St Lucia, the British Virgin Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. If traveling by sea, travelers may connect to Dominica on the L'Express des Iles ferry service from Guadeloupe, Martinique, and St. Lucia, and on Val Ferry from Guadeloupe and Martinique. 

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SOURCE Discover Dominica Authority