Volaris Reports September 2021 Traffic Results: 22% capacity growth versus 2019 and 82% Load Factor

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On October 5, 2021, Volaris (NYSE: VLRS) announced its preliminary traffic results for September 2021. The airline experienced a 21.0% increase in domestic passenger demand and an 18.9% rise in international demand compared to September 2019. Volaris transported 2.1 million passengers, marking an 18% increase from pre-pandemic levels. Capacity increased by 22.2% domestically and 21.7% internationally, achieving a load factor of 81.8%.

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• Passenger demand in domestic markets grew by 21.0% compared to September 2019.
• International passenger demand rose by 18.9% compared to September 2019.
• Volaris transported 2.1 million passengers, an 18% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels.
• Capacity growth of 22.2% domestically and 21.7% internationally indicates strong market demand.
• High load factor of 81.8% reflects efficient operations.

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• None.

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Volaris (the "Company") (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, Central America, and the United States reports its September 2021 preliminary traffic results.

In September 2021, notwithstanding the Delta Covid-19 variant, passenger demand (RPMs) in the domestic Mexican and international markets for Volaris increased 21.0% and 18.9%, respectively, as compared to September 2019. The Company capitalized on the strong market demand to add capacity (ASMs), both domestically (+22.2%) and internationally (+21.7%), while maintaining a high load factor (81.8%). In September 2021, Volaris transported 2.1 million passengers, 18% higher than the pre-pandemic levels.

	Sep 2021	Sep 2020 Variation	Sep 2019 Variation	YTD Sep 2021	YTD Sep 2020 Var.	YTD Sep 2019 Var.
RPMs (million, scheduled & charter)
Domestic	1,469	51.0%	21.0%	12,394	69.6%	12.9%
International	530	88.0%	18.9%	4,440	78.1%	(1.9%)
Total	1,999	59.3%	20.5%	16,835	71.8%	8.5%
ASMs (million, scheduled & charter)
Domestic	1,713	34.1%	22.2%	14,447	58.1%	15.1%
International	730	78.8%	21.7%	5,627	78.3%	(0.4%)
Total	2,443	44.9%	22.1%	20,074	63.3%	10.3%
Load Factor (%, scheduled, RPMs/ASMs)
Domestic	85.7%	9.6 pp	(0.9) pp	85.8%	5.8 pp	(1.7) pp
International	72.7%	3.6 pp	(1.7) pp	78.9%	(0.1) pp	(1.3) pp
Total	81.8%	7.4 pp	(1.1) pp	83.9%	4.2 pp	(1.4) pp
Passengers (thousand, scheduled & charter)
Domestic	1,681	56.6%	17.1%	13,925	70.7%	6.6%
International	380	102.6%	21.7%	3,199	89.0%	1.0%
Total	2,061	63.4%	17.9%	17,124	73.8%	5.5%

The information included in this report has not been audited and it does not provide information on the company's future performance. Volaris' future performance depends on many factors, and it cannot be inferred that any period's performance or its comparison year over year will be an indicator of a similar performance in the future.

About Volaris:
Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. ("Volaris" or the "Company") (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), is an ultra-low-cost carrier, with point-to-point operations, serving Mexico, the United States and Central America. Volaris offers low base fares to build its market, providing quality service and extensive customer choice. Since the beginning of operations in March 2006, Volaris has increased its routes from 5 to more than 179 and its fleet from 4 to 94 aircraft. Volaris offers more than 450 daily flight segments on routes that connect 43 cities in Mexico and 28 cities in the United States and Central America with one of the youngest fleet in Mexico. Volaris targets passengers who are visiting friends and relatives, cost-conscious business and leisure travelers in Mexico, the United States and Central America. Volaris has received the ESR Award for Social Corporate Responsibility for eleven consecutive years. For more information, please visit: www.volaris.com.

Investor Relations Contact
María Elena Rodríguez / Félix Martínez / Investor Relations / ir@volaris.com / +52 55 5261 6444
Media Contact
Gabriela Fernández / gabriela.fernandez@volaris.com / +52 55 3104 5264

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FAQ

What were Volaris' September 2021 traffic results?

In September 2021, Volaris reported a 21.0% increase in domestic passenger demand and an 18.9% rise in international passenger demand compared to September 2019.

How many passengers did Volaris carry in September 2021?

Volaris transported 2.1 million passengers in September 2021, which is 18% higher than pre-pandemic levels.

What is the load factor reported by Volaris for September 2021?

Volaris reported a load factor of 81.8% for September 2021.

How did Volaris' capacity change in September 2021?

Volaris' capacity increased by 22.2% in domestic markets and 21.7% in international markets compared to 2019.

What was the impact of the COVID-19 Delta variant on Volaris' traffic?

Despite the Delta COVID-19 variant, Volaris saw significant growth in passenger demand and capacity in September 2021.