November 25, 2025
Waffles, chocolate, and fries, oh my! Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) is delighted to welcome Air Canada’s new non-stop service between Halifax Stanfield and Brussels Airport, launching in the summer of 2026, providing travellers with easy access to Belgium’s capital and beyond.
“This exciting new route is a significant milestone for Halifax Stanfield and for our region,” said Joyce Carter, President & CEO, HIAA. “Air Canada’s continued investment in our market strengthens Halifax’s position as an international gateway and creates new possibilities for business, tourism, and exploring the world.”
Starting June 18, 2026, Air Canada will operate a seasonal Halifax–Brussels route three times a week using a narrowbody aircraft with both Premium and Economy cabins. Brussels will become the airline’s second non-stop international service at Halifax Stanfield, joining its long-standing, year-round, daily service to London Heathrow.
“Air Canada is excited to add Brussels, our second international destination from Halifax, for Summer 2026. Brussels is a gateway to Europe and Africa with our Star Alliance partner Brussels Airlines, and our new route opens up a multitude of travel choices for customers on both sides of the Atlantic, while strengthening local economic ties and tourism,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President – Air Canada Cargo, at Air Canada.
With a flight time of approximately six hours, Air Canada’s new non-stop service between Halifax and Brussels will provide international visitors with streamlined access to Canada’s scenic East Coast.
“Nova Scotia has long-standing ties to Belgium, and the country remains an important trading partner”, said Colton LeBlanc, Minister of Growth and Development, Province of Nova Scotia. “We’re happy that Air Canada is providing a seasonal route that will help keep Nova Scotia and Brussels connected at a time when Nova Scotia is focused on establishing new markets for our products and services, growing our economy and making it easier for people to visit our province.”
With the addition of this new route, Nova Scotia travellers can also enjoy greater choice, enhanced flexibility, and a simple one-stop journey to destinations that were once much harder to reach from Halifax.
“This announcement underscores the strength of our region and the increasing demand for international connections. We’re pleased to continue working with Air Canada, our largest and longest-serving airline partner, to expand Halifax’s global reach and welcome more visitors to Nova Scotia and the entire Atlantic Region,” said Carter.
Visit Air Canada’s website at www.aircanada.ca to learn more and book today.
| From | To | Days of Week | Seasonal Dates of Operation |
| Halifax (YHZ) | Brussels (BRU) | Tue, Thu, Sat | Jun.18, 2026 – Sep. 5, 2026 |
| Brussels (BRU) | Halifax (YHZ) | Wed, Fri, Sun | Jun.19, 2026 – Sep. 6, 2026 |
About Halifax Stanfield
Halifax Stanfield is Atlantic Canada’s principal full-service airport, providing passengers and cargo clients with direct access to markets across Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean Basin, Europe, and Asia. Halifax Stanfield offers Canada Customs services on a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week basis and is the only airport in Atlantic Canada with U.S. preclearance and International to Domestic processing facilities. The airport is a significant economic generator, contributing $4.1 billion annually to the provincial economy. In 2024, Halifax Stanfield served 4 million passengers and processed 26,200 metric tonnes of cargo. A recognized innovator in the global airport industry, Halifax Stanfield was the first airport in North America to offer a self-service baggage drop system for all passengers and is consistently ranked among the best airports in the world.