Can Better Airports Unlock Guatemala’s Next Phase of Connectivity and Tourism
Published on: Wednesday 09 September 2026
The World Bank has approved US$250 million for Guatemala’s Civil Aviation Recovery Program, financing airport upgrades, technical training and institutional reforms across the country’s aviation sector. The investment comes as Guatemala prepares for passenger traffic to more than double by 2040 and seeks to turn aviation infrastructure into a stronger platform for tourism, trade, investment and regional connectivity.