Costa Rica Travel: Taca Airlines Reduces Corporate Prices by 35 percent

The Central American airline Taca announced Wednesday that it will be reducing its corporate fares in light of the current economic circumstance.

With an increase in the number of empty seats, the airline decided to reduce their prices. From January to April 2009, the airline had 13 percent fewer passengers overall, with 18 percent fewer passengers flying for business-related trips.

Taca's business class travelling to Costa Rica, and other major routes within Central American destinations, will now be able to receive discounts of up to 35 percent.

In addition to the reduced fees, Taca has also restructured its first class section. With their improved design, passengers can now expect even more leg room and larger pillows. Heated leather seats will be newly available to economy-class flyers, the statement said.

NatureAir, a Costa Rican airline that flies primarily within Costa Rica, has experienced similar increases in open seats – close to 15 percent – since the beginning of the year, said Alexi Khajavi, the commercial director of NatureAir.

As Costa Rica tourist numbers drop, so does the number of travelers willing to splurge for local flights. NatureAir has started a campaign with Costa Rica car rental companies, offering savings and packages to attract tourists in both industries.

The move by Taca also points to an increase in companies cutting costs on expenses and authorizing fewer trips.  

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