Flowers are still the largest importer in MIA weight, with 3,59396 tons annually at a value of $ 1.65 billion. MIA benefits from the presence of an aircraft network in the country with Colombia and Ecuador, the best two -year -old flowers in the region representing about 86 % of all flowers imported to the United States by air.
Twelve airlines provide shipping service from Colombia, and nine airlines with Ecuador’s shipping service. In addition, four airlines are running passenger flights carrying a belly charge from Colombia, while two passengers carry a belly charge of Ecuador.
“Mia is proud to be the largest gate in America for fresh flowers, as it is expected to reach more than 1500 tons per day this year for Valentine’s Day, which will increase by 3 % over last year. Thanks to our strong partnership with the best airlines in the world to transport flowers and federal support From customs and US border protection, millions of flowers will reach its destinations throughout the country in time for the holiday. “
