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  • Air Canada to Launch U.S. Flights from Toronto Island in a Major Expansion at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

    • New, daily services to New York, Boston, Washington and Chicago
    • Increased daily frequencies to Montréal and Ottawa
    • Ongoing service enhancements include becoming the only carrier to offer Fast, Free Wi-Fi on flights to and from Billy Bishop
    • Expansion complements Air Canada’s presence at Toronto Pearson with more than 600 flights a day to more than 120 destinations next summer

    MONTRÉAL, Oct. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Air Canada today unveiled a major expansion at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport with new transborder routes to four major U.S. cities and increased daily flights to Montréal and Ottawa. The new services, with frequencies favourable to business travel, further heighten the customer experience at Billy Bishop airport, including the introduction this month of fast, free onboard Wi-Fi, complimentary onboard premium snacks, beer and wine, and exclusive access to the Aspire Air Canada Café for eligible domestic customers. 

    Beginning in Spring 2026, Air Canada will launch new, non-stop return service four-times-daily to New York’s LaGuardia Airport, three-times-daily to Boston Logan International Airport, twice-daily to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, and daily to Washington Dulles International Airport. The start of transborder services from Billy Bishop will follow the opening of U.S. Customs Pre-Clearance at the island airport, a convenience for customers flying to U.S. airports from Canada that allows them to clear U.S. customs before departure. In addition, beginning in January 2026, Air Canada will expand its daily services in Canada’s busiest domestic travel corridors by increasing the frequency of return flights to Montréal to nine from eight, and to six from four to Ottawa.

    “This is our most significant expansion at Toronto Island since Air Canada first served the airport 35 years ago. The new transborder routes will especially benefit our loyal customers and business travellers by creating frequent and easy connections between the heart of Canada’s financial capital and the major markets of New York, Boston, Washington and Chicago. Moreover, we are increasing at the island the daily frequency of return flights from Toronto to Montréal and Ottawa, which are Canada’s most heavily travelled corridors for business traffic,” said Mark Galardo, Air Canada Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo.

    “These exciting new services reflect Air Canada’s commitment to further elevate the customer experience at Billy Bishop Airport. Our flights are the only ones from Toronto Island to offer travellers the productivity tool of fast, free in-flight Wi-Fi and the comforts of the Aspire Air Canada Café, a quiet space for eligible domestic customers to work or recharge prior to their flight. All customers can also enjoy complimentary premium snacks, beer and wine that we offer on board. Our expanded services at the island complement our already extensive services from Toronto Pearson where we will operate more than 600 return flights a day to 124 destinations next summer. This expansion ensures the Greater Toronto Area and beyond are highly connected for business and leisure travel, making Air Canada the preferred choice for travel to and from the GTA.”

    “We are delighted to welcome Air Canada’s expanded routes at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport – a milestone that underscores our shared commitment to enhancing connectivity, convenience, and choice for travellers. This expansion of routes not only continues to strengthen Toronto as a place for business and leisure, but also reflects confidence in Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s role as a gateway to the future of passenger-centric urban air travel. We look forward to working with Air Canada to help shape the next chapter of growth and innovation for the airport and the city and region we proudly serve,” said RJ Steenstra, President & CEO PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

    “Today’s announcement represents a new era of business and leisure travel convenience, comfort and accessibility at Billy Bishop Airport,” says Jennifer Quinn, CEO, Nieuport Aviation. “Made possible next year by our new U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility, we will offer more destinations within reach, further strengthening our role in connecting communities and driving economic growth across Ontario and Canada.”

    “This announcement is excellent news for Canadian travellers. With Air Canada’s new flights from Billy Bishop Airport to the U.S., along with increased flight frequency from Toronto to Ottawa and Montréal, we’re strengthening regional and cross-border connectivity. These additions will make travel more convenient, help connect families across distances, support business growth, and enhance service quality for Canadian travellers,” said the Honourable Steve MacKinnon, federal Minister of Transport.

    “Today’s announcement is great news for travelers across the province. This expansion not only strengthens connectivity but supports economic growth, tourism and business opportunities across Canada and the United States – our closest trading partner. Toronto is a key hub for travel and this critical expansion at Billy Bishop Airport will provide more options for Ontarians and improve the customer experience,” said the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario Minister of Transportation. 

    “We congratulate our members, Air Canada, Nieuport Aviation and PortsToronto, on this exciting expansion. This is exactly the kind of growth-enabling infrastructure Ontario’s economy needs. By boosting connectivity, cutting travel time and opening access to key Canadian and U.S. markets, it delivers real value for businesses across the province,” said Daniel Tisch, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. 

    New Transborder Flights

    Air Canada’s new services from Toronto Island airport to New York’s LaGuardia Airport, Boston Logan International Airport, Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport will begin in Spring 2026. With return service up to four times daily, the new routes will make it convenient to travel between the core of Canada’s financial capital and these major American markets for a quick business trip or more extended visit. All flights are operated as Air Canada Express, by Air Canada’s regional partner Jazz Aviation LP, using a 78-seat, De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. Flights from Toronto Island (YTZ) to:

    New York LaGuardia (LGA) begins March 29, 2026

    FlightDeparts YTZArrives LGAFlightDeparts LGAArrives YTZ
    AC853207:2508:46AC853107:5509:34
    AC853410:4512:06AC853310:0011:39
    AC853614:2015:41AC853512:5514:34
    AC853818:1019:31AC853718:3020:09


    Boston Logan (BOS) begins July 1, 2026

    FlightDeparts YTZArrives BOSFlightDeparts BOSArrives YTZ
    AC854207:1508:44AC854109:3511:29
    AC854412:2513:54AC854314:4516:39
    AC854617:2018:49AC854519:4021:34


    Chicago O’Hare (ORD) begins June 1, 2026

    FlightDeparts YTZArrives ORDFlightDeparts ORDArrives YTZ
    AC854712:1513:10AC854807:2510:06
    AC854919:2020:16AC855014:0016:41


    Washington Dulles (IAD) begins June 1, 2026

    FlightDeparts YTZArrives IADFlightDeparts IADArrives YTZ
    AC854014:5516:12AC853917:1518:42



    Increased service to Montréal, Ottawa

    In January 2026, Air Canada will add new daily flights from Toronto Island in the popular and heavily travelled Eastern Triangle of Canada. This includes an additional flight to Montréal, bringing the service to nine return flights daily. Between the island and Ottawa, the carrier is adding two frequencies to bring to six the number of total daily return trips to the nation’s capital from Billy Bishop.

    Elevating the Billy Bishop Travel Experience

    Beginning in October 2025, Air Canada was the first airline to offer fast, free Wi-Fi in-flight to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport travellers. The industry-leading service provides high-quality Internet to give customers gate-to-gate connectivity and non-stop access to productivity tools while travelling on Air Canada Express flights to and from the city airport on some of the most popular business travel routes in Canada and next year to the U.S. It is the first time Wi-Fi has been made available on a De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft type anywhere in the world. The introduction of fast, free Wi-Fi complements the other amenities Air Canada customers flying from Billy Bishop now enjoy, including frequent departures, complimentary in-flight premium snacks, beer and wine, and exclusive access for eligible domestic customers to the Aspire Air Canada Café.

    Regional Flying Reimagined

    A full cabin redesign will soon be commenced on 25 De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft operated for Air Canada Express by Jazz. The program includes:

    New Seating

    Twenty-five Dash 8-400 operated for Air Canada Express by Jazz will be equipped with next generation, well-padded, ergonomic reclining seats from Expliseat. The seats will feature new branding and design language expressed through the seat’s dress cover. All seats will include a seatback multi-use device holder for tablets and phones, as well as a table tray. The installation of the new seating has an expected completion date for the program in mid-2026. Each aircraft will have 78 seats, and pitch will be unchanged.

    Cabin Interior Redesign

    The cabins of these same 25 Dash 8-400s will be upgraded to a new standard reflective of Air Canada ’s mainline aircraft interiors. The design incorporates colours, textures and tones of those found in Canadian nature, reinforcing Air Canada’s pride in being the nation’s flag carrier.

    About Air Canada

    Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. 

  • Air Transat Announces Three New International Routes and Boosts Year-Round Service for Summer 2026 Program

    MONTREAL, Oct. 8, 2025 /CNW/ – Air Transat, named the 2025 World’s Best Leisure Airline by Skytrax, unveils a series of major additions to its summer 2026 network. Central to these new developments are exclusive transatlantic routes such as Quebec City–Marseille and Ottawa–London Gatwick, as well as the annualization of several southern routes from Montreal, Quebec City and Toronto.

    These expansions are part of Air Transat’s strategy to develop its presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, while providing travellers with greater flexibility and an even wider range of options.

    New for summer 2026 (CNW Group/Transat A.T. Inc.)

    “Our summer 2026 is already shaping up to be exceptional,” said Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat. “We’re accelerating our growth in Quebec City, launching our first transatlantic route from Ottawa, and expanding our international connections. This is just the beginning of a season full of exciting new developments.”

    New routes from Quebec City

    From May 21 to October 8, 2026, Air Transat will operate a weekly non-stop service between Quebec City and Marseille on Thursdays. This new, exclusive route offers a unique gateway to the south of France and is a complement to the popularity of the existing Quebec City–Paris route. Additionally, the new Quebec City–Fort-de-France service, which is set to launch on December 14, 2025, will be extended over the summer to include a weekly Monday flight, providing year-round access to Martinique.

    New routes from Ottawa

    For the first time, Air Transat will offer non-stop transatlantic flights from Ottawa to London-Gatwick, starting on 15 May 2026. This service will operate three times a week on Fridays, Sundays and Tuesdays. In addition, a new Ottawa–Montreal route will be available from May 5 to October 23, 2026, making it even easier for travellers from the Canadian capital to access the full Air Transat network. This development is driven by the growing network of Air Transat’s partner, Porter Airlines, which is consolidating Ottawa as a major hub in eastern Canada. Together, the two airlines are improving international access to the Canadian capital while providing travellers with a seamless and convenient connecting journey.

    Year-round South routes from Montreal and Toronto

    Beginning summer 2026, Air Transat will convert several popular seasonal routes to year-round:

    RoutesNumber of flightsOperating days
    Montreal (YUL) – Cartagena (CTG) – Medellín  (MDE)*1 flight/weekThursdays
    Montreal (YUL) – Pointe-à-Pitre (PTP)2 flights/weekTuesdays and Saturdays
    Montreal (YUL) – San José (SJO)2 flights/weekMondays and Fridays
    Toronto (YYZ) – Cartagena (CTG) – Medellín (MDE)1 flight/weekWednesdays

    *New route

    Notably, the Montreal–Cartagena (YUL–CTG) route will now operate year-round and be extended to Medellín (MDE). This service is based on the model of the future Toronto–Cartagena–Medellín route, which is set to launch on November 2 and will also operate year-round. Together, these routes offer travellers the chance to enjoy both the sunny beaches of the Caribbean coast as well as the cultural and urban vibrancy of Medellín.

    The mentioned flights are now available for booking. Further developments will be announced in the coming weeks as part of the 2026 summer program rollout.

    About Air Transat

    Founded in Montreal 37 years ago, Air Transat is a leading travel brand voted 2025 World’s Best Leisure Airline by passengers at the Skytrax World Airline Awards. Its program offers access to international destinations, mainly in Europe, the Caribbean, the east coast of the United States, South America and North Africa. Air Transat is recognized for its excellent customer service. Its fleet includes some of the most energy-efficient aircraft in their category. Based in Montreal with major hubs in YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), it has 5,000 employees with a common purpose to bring people closer together. Air Transat is a business unit of Transat A.T. Inc. (TSX: TRZ). www.airtransat.com

  • Porter Airlines increases sun destination capacity up to 25% and launches four new winter routes

    Expanding westward with first transborder service from Vancouver
    Boosting connectivity with new Ottawa flights to American Airlines’ Phoenix and Miami hubs
    Introducing Porter’s first Caribbean flight from Montreal to Nassau

    TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is announcing a significant expansion of its 2025-2026 winter schedule, increasing flights to southern destinations by up to 25% during peak travel periods and unveiling four new routes.

    original Porter Airlines increases sun destination capacity up to 25% and launches four new winter routes

    This includes the introduction of Porter’s first-ever transborder service from Vancouver (YVR) with a non-stop flight to Phoenix (PHX).

    Further enhancing its Ottawa (YOW) base, Porter is adding new routes to two major American Airlines hubs – Phoenix (PHX) and Miami (MIA). This strengthens cross-border connectivity and aligns with the airline’s recently-announced American Airlines codeshare partnership. These two cities are destinations in themselves, while also creating seamless travel options across North America through connections to American’s broad network.

    Adding to the sun destination portfolio, Porter will also launch its first Caribbean flight from Montreal (YUL) with new service to Nassau (NAS), expanding its presence in the Caribbean and offering passengers more choices for winter getaways.

    New routes launching this winter are:

    RouteStart dateFrequency
    Ottawa (YOW) to Miami (MIA)January 24, 20263x weekly
    Vancouver (YVR) to Phoenix (PHX)February 2, 2026Daily
    Montreal Trudeau (YUL) to Nassau (NAS)February 5, 20263x weekly
    Ottawa (YOW) to Phoenix (PHX)February 7, 20263x weekly

    In addition to the new routes, Porter is increasing capacity on several popular sun destinations from Hamilton, Ottawa and Toronto Pearson, including:

    • Hamilton (YHM) – Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
    • Ottawa (YOW) – Grand Cayman (GCM)
    • Ottawa (YOW) – Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)
    • Ottawa (YOW) – Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
    • Toronto Pearson (YYZ) – Cancun (CUN)
    • Toronto Pearson (YYZ) – Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
    • Toronto Pearson (YYZ) – Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)

    “Our updated winter schedule represents a major expansion of Porter’s network due to the strong response from customers for our new and existing sun markets. We are supporting this demand with new routes and increased frequency on existing popular destinations,” said Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines. “We are committed to bringing our elevated economy experience to more travellers by connecting key gateways with sun destinations at the time of year when these trips are most valued by Canadians. This growth is about offering more choices, more convenience, and the outstanding service our passengers have come to expect from Porter.”

    This growth is supported by the airline’s Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, which will operate on all routes. The service offering and aircraft features include no middle seats, complimentary Canadian premium snacks, free, fast WiFi, and a full selection of beverages served in glassware. For travellers seeking added comfort and flexibility, PorterReserve fares are available with extra legroom, fresh and healthy meals, priority airport and ticketing services, and more.

    Flights are available for booking at flyporter.com and through travel agents.

    Additional quotes

    “Florida continues to be a popular destination for sun seekers and snowbirds from the Ottawa-Gatineau area, making the addition of service to Miami great news. The addition of Phoenix marks the first time YOW will be connected non-stop to Arizona. We applaud Porter for continuing to expand their network, offering more choice for our community. Through Porter’s partnership with American Airlines via Miami, travellers also gain access to South America and a range of unique destinations across the Caribbean and Mexico.”

    – Susan Margles, president and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority

    “YVR serves the community by maintaining and expanding global connectivity for British Columbians. We’re pleased to welcome Porter’s first U.S. service from Vancouver, offering passengers another convenient, non-stop option to Phoenix. The new route delivers additional capacity to both cities, and with it, millions in economic benefit.”

    – Russell Atkinson, Director, Air Service Development, Vancouver International Airport

    “ADM Aéroports de Montréal is thrilled to welcome this flight to Nassau, operated by our partner Porter, which will delight travellers seeking warmth, entertainment, and unforgettable memories. We are very pleased to support Porter in expanding its service offering with its very first international destination at YUL. It’s the diversity of the offer that makes our air service so rich, and we extend our gratitude to the entire Porter team for this new route.”

    – Karl Brochu, vice president, Airport Operations and Air Services Development, ADM Aéroports de Montréal

    About Porter

    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com

  • Porter Airlines Introduces New Scholarship and Awards for Future Algonquin College Aviation Professionals

    26 September 2025

    OTTAWA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Algonquin College is proud to share the expansion of its aviation partnership with Porter Airlines, including increased support for the Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) program through scholarships and awards.

    The $25,000 gift will establish the following financial aid initiatives:

    • The Porter Airlines Scholarship for Aircraft Maintenance Technicians
    • The Porter Airlines Award for Aircraft Maintenance Technicians

    Combined, these initiatives will support 10 second-year AMT students each year, providing financial assistance, celebrating academic success, and accelerating careers. As the program’s coordinator, Daniel Maslow, explained, “There are currently exceptional opportunities for aircraft maintenance engineers in Canada as the industry grows and there is a need to fill thousands of open positions in the coming years. Our partnership with Porter shows that we understand the urgency of this issue and that we are working together to address the industry’s pressing need for skilled talent.”

    This increase in collaboration is the result of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) Porter and Algonquin College signed in May 2024, when Porter inaugurated its aircraft maintenance base at Ottawa International Airport. Highlighting Ottawa’s emergence as a major aviation hub, this agreement recognizes Algonquin College’s vital role in supplying employers in the region—and beyond—with the skilled workforce they require to thrive.

    “The MOU signed last year laid a solid foundation for the great work our institutions are doing together,” said Mark Savenkoff, Algonquin College’s Vice President, Advancement and Strategy. “Our partnership is great news for our learners. They will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and unmatched hands-on experience they need to succeed as the next generation of aviation professionals. It’s fair to say that this partnership is generating a great deal of excitement in our community.”

    The partnership between Algonquin College and Porter goes beyond financial aid and involves facilitating practical learning experiences for students. For example, in April 2025, Porter hosted the AMT cohort at its Ottawa aircraft hangar. According to Maslow, this visit was “a real eye-opener for students. They were inspired to meet some of our graduates now working there. I thought, ‘This is so awesome! This is why we do what we do.’”

    Lawrence Hughes, Porter’s Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, echoes this enthusiasm: “Porter’s presence in Ottawa has grown substantially in recent years and we expect this momentum to continue. As our operations expand, we remain committed to investing in impactful initiatives that help Algonquin College students launch promising careers in the aviation industry.”

    Porter is also committed to supporting students who identify as women, newcomers to Canada, single parents, Indigenous, and members of underrepresented communities. Porter launched an initiative that offers airfare vouchers to Indigenous learners from any academic program at Algonquin College who may be experiencing emergencies. Covering the full cost of a round-trip airfare from Ottawa to wherever Porter flies, these vouchers help Indigenous learners stay connected to their families and communities during challenging times.

    Anita Tenasco, Algonquin College’s Director of Indigenous Initiatives, noted that there are “Indigenous students from a variety of backgrounds in our college community, hailing from across Canada—including remote locations. I am hopeful Porter’s new voucher initiative will help alleviate the pressure these students may feel as they do their best to balance schoolwork and family life.”

    The partnership between Algonquin College and Porter Airlines is expected to continue to grow in coming years. This will raise the profile of the Aircraft Maintenance Technician program and further cement Algonquin College’s position as a leader in polytechnic education.

    About Algonquin College

    The mission of Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology is to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success. Algonquin College, an Ontario public sector community college, does this by offering hands-on, digitally connected, experiential learning in more than 250 programs. Algonquin College is the largest polytechnic institute in Eastern Ontario, with campuses in Ottawa, Perth, Pembroke and AC Online.

    About Porter

    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com 

  • London Calling! Air Canada Keeps Ottawa connected Year- Round

    • Ottawa-London Heathrow flights continue through Winter 2025-26
    • Only Canadian airline linking Canada’s capital non-stop to Europe
    • Wide array of connections at Heathrow across Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa

    MONTRÉAL, Sept. 23, 2025 /CNW/ – Air Canada announced today its Ottawa to London Heathrow non-stop flights will continue for Winter 2025-26, ensuring year-round connectivity between Canada’s capital city and the United Kingdom’s largest airport and a premier international gateway. Flights are available for booking now at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres, and via travel agents. 

    Air Canada announced today its Ottawa to London Heathrow non-stop flights will continue for Winter 2025-26, ensuring year-round connectivity between Canada's capital city and the United Kingdom's largest airport and a premier international gateway. (CNW Group/Air Canada)

    “Air Canada continues to solidify its leadership serving our country’s capital and we are excited to keep Ottawa connected to one of the world’s most important global gateways all year long. Customers travelling for business, corporate and leisure from the National Capital Region and abroad will enjoy the ease and convenience of international travel options to and from Ottawa. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard our London flights this winter and beyond,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President of Cargo, at Air Canada.

    “In today’s global landscape, strong connections between Canada’s Capital Region and strategic markets like the United Kingdom are more vital than ever. Air Canada’s decision to extend its YOW-LHR service through the winter is great news – it reflects the airline’s confidence in our region, its deep commitment to Ottawa–Gatineau, and its role as a leading international carrier” said Susan Margles, President and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority. “This move is a win for travellers, businesses, and our entire community.”

    “Air Canada’s expanded network is more than new destinations — it’s about strengthening Canada’s connections to the world. Most Canadian air cargo travels in the belly of passenger planes, which means every new route also opens a new trade corridor for Canadian goods. The extension of the Ottawa–London service will give Canadian businesses faster and more reliable access to the UK and Europe, supporting our exporters, driving investment, and creating good jobs here at home. Stronger connectivity in the skies means stronger growth on the ground — and ensures Canada remains a leader in the global economy,” stated The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade. 

    “I am delighted that service from Ottawa to London Heathrow will now be available year-round. I regularly hear from business leaders and residents that we need more direct links to Ottawa. The connection to London has been very successful and well-received. Expanding to year-round service will enhance Ottawa’s success as both a business and visitor destination. It strengthens our connection to the world, supports economic growth, and makes our city even more accessible as a place to visit, live, and invest in,” said Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of Ottawa.

    “With the strength tourism has shown throughout the summer months helping to set the foundation going into the colder season, Air Canada’s extension of the Heathrow to Ottawa route for the winter is a tangible signal of confidence in Ottawa as a year-round destination,” said Michael Crockatt, President and CEO of Ottawa Tourism. “This continued service ensures vital connectivity with our top overseas market. We appreciate Air Canada’s commitment and confidence, and we remain focused on supporting this route through proactive marketing and by offering an appealing destination for all visitors.”

    Ottawa-London Heathrow schedule:

    FlightFromToDepartArriveDays of
    Operation    		Winter
    Season*
    AC 888Ottawa (YOW)London Heathrow
    (LHR)    		21:5509:20 +1 dayWed, Fri, SunNov. 2, 2025-
    Mar. 27, 2026
    AC 889London Heathrow
    (LHR)    		Ottawa (YOW)12:0014:30Wed, Fri, SunNov. 2, 2025-
    Mar. 27, 2026
    *Flights will ramp up to 4 weekly flights for Summer 2026 beginning March 28, 2026

    In addition to its London Heathrow route, Air Canada will operate over 450 weekly flights to and from Ottawa this winter across a range of regional, domestic, international and transborder flights.

    About Air Canada

    Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. 

  • Air Canada Announces Changes to its Regional Network

    • New Fredericton to Ottawa, and Moncton to Ottawa daily flights
    • New Fort McMurray to Vancouver flights, three times weekly
    • More Sudbury to Toronto flights, increasing from two to three flights daily

    MONTRÉAL, Sept. 19, 2025 /CNW/ – Air Canada today announced changes to its regional network that include new flights connecting Ottawa to both Fredericton and Moncton beginning Dec. 15, 2025, and non-stop flights from Vancouver to Fort McMurray starting Dec. 2, 2025. The airline is also increasing flights from Toronto to Sudbury as of Feb. 1, 2026. All flights will be operated with Air Canada Express Q400 aircraft. Flights are now available for purchase at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres, and via travel agents.

    Air Canada today announced changes to its regional network that include new flights connecting Ottawa to both Fredericton and Moncton beginning Dec. 15, 2025, and non-stop flights from Vancouver to Fort McMurray starting Dec. 2, 2025. (CNW Group/Air Canada)
    Air Canada today announced changes to its regional network that include new flights connecting Ottawa to both Fredericton and Moncton beginning Dec. 15, 2025, and non-stop flights from Vancouver to Fort McMurray starting Dec. 2, 2025. (CNW Group/Air Canada)

    “Air Canada is diversifying its domestic regional network this fall to capitalize on travel demand in growing markets. Our newest Ottawa routes will connect the National Capital Region to two expanding areas in New Brunswick – its capital city, Fredericton, and Moncton, the province’s largest urban and fastest growing area. We have strategically designed these New Brunswick flights to connect in Ottawa to and from our domestic and sun network for additional travel choices,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo at Air Canada.

    “The addition of non-stop flights from Fort McMurray to Vancouver, and more flights from Sudbury to Toronto will link these airports directly to our Vancouver and Toronto hubs, bringing corporate travellers a multitude of connecting options throughout our global network,” concluded Mr. Galardo.

    FlightFromToDepart  Arrive  Days of
    Operation      		Season
    AC2548  Ottawa (YOW)Fredericton
    (YFC)    		15:4018:10dailyYear-round,
    begins Dec. 15  
    AC2549Fredericton
    (YFC)    		Ottawa (YOW)16:1517:00dailyYear-round,
    begins Dec. 15
    AC7890Ottawa (YOW)Moncton
    (YQM)    		17:5520:40dailyYear-round,
    begins Dec. 15
    AC7891Moncton
    (YQM)    		Ottawa (YOW)05:5007:00dailyYear-round,
    begins Dec. 16
    AC7790Vancouver
    (YVR)    		Fort McMurray  
    (YMM)    		15:1018:31Tue, Wed,
    Thur    		Year-round,
    begins Dec. 2
    AC7791Fort McMurray  
    (YMM)    		Vancouver
    (YVR)    		19:1020:47Tue, Wed,
    Thur    		Year-round,
    begins Dec. 2

    Sudbury increased capacity

    RouteIncrease compared to previous year                               
    Sudbury (YSB) to Toronto (YYZ)         Seat capacity increases 50%; flights increase from 2 to 3
    daily flights, year-round, effective Feb. 1, 2026

    As part of these network adjustments, Air Canada is also taking the difficult decision to suspend operations to Bathurst and to North Bay effective Jan. 30, 2026, for commercial viability reasons. Air Canada will implement these suspensions in line with its obligations under the Canada Transportation Act.

    This winter, Air Canada will offer over 60,000 seats each day on more than 500 daily flights to 49 destinations across Canada.

    About Air Canada

    Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. 

  • Porter introduces new Fort McMurray-Ottawa route

    27 August 2025

    Quick connections to Porter’s extensive Eastern Canada network Nonstop service begins Nov. 17

    original Porter Airlines is introducing new service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM). Porter is the only airline offering nonstop service between the two destinations.

    Porter Airlines is introducing new service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM). Porter is the only airline offering nonstop service between the two destinations.

    TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is introducing new service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM). Porter is the only airline offering nonstop service between the two destinations.

    The year-round service takes off November 17, 2025, with three weekly nonstop roundtrip flights.

    The new route also connects Fort McMurray to Porter’s extensive Eastern Canada network through Ottawa, including St. John’s, Halifax, Moncton and Toronto.

    The initial schedule is as follows:

    RouteDepartureArrivalDays of Operation
    Ottawa – Fort McMurray9:25 a.m.11:55 a.m.Monday, Wednesday, Friday
    Fort McMurray – Ottawa12:50 p.m.6:45 p.m.

    All times local.

    Porter continues to expand its network from Ottawa, now serving 26 destinations. Fort McMurray adds to Porter’s presence in Western Canada and is the airline’s third destination in Alberta, joining Calgary and Edmonton.

    Travellers will enjoy Porter’s elevated economy experience on its 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with no middle seats, free premium snacks, complimentary beer and wine in glassware, and free, fast WiFi. PorterReserve fares include fresh, healthy meals, enhanced legroom, complimentary checked bags, and priority boarding and check-in, for an all-inclusive travel experience. These same options are available à la carte under the PorterClassic fare.

    For more information and detailed schedules, visit www.flyporter.com.

    Quotes

    “Porter is the only airline providing service between Ottawa and Fort McMurray. As the latest addition to our network, Fort McMurray is gaining valuable new air service to support its position as a key economic centre and leisure travel destination for outdoor adventure. It connects with our growing Ottawa hub, providing many connecting travel options throughout Eastern Canada and other North American locations.”

    – Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines

    “Porter Airlines’ new non-stop service between Ottawa and Fort McMurray marks another exciting milestone for YOW. As YOW’s largest airline by number of non-stop destinations, Porter continues to strengthen Ottawa’s role as a key hub in their expanding North American and Caribbean network. This new route not only enhances connectivity for business and leisure travellers, but also reinforces our shared commitment to serving communities across Canada with convenience and care.”

    – Susan Margles, president and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority

    “YMM is thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines with a new nonstop flight to Ottawa. This exciting milestone is part of our ongoing air service development efforts. We build strong business cases and work closely with both current and prospective airline partners to bring in new routes and increase frequency on the ones we already have. We also listen closely to our community, and we know they’ve been eager to see Porter at YMM. The schedule makes it easy to connect to popular East Coast destinations and beyond, giving residents more access to the places they want to go. This partnership grows YMM’s network and gives travellers greater choice and flexibility when planning their journeys.”

    – Denean Robinson, president and CEO, Fort McMurray Airport Authority

    About Porter

    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.

  • Porter Airlines welcomes the sun with service to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica

    New southern routes from Toronto Pearson, Ottawa and Hamilton
    Up to 13 routes, five destinations, from three Canadian airports 

    TORONTO / June 25, 2025 – Porter Airlines is announcing its first flights to sun destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica this winter. Travellers can choose from five destinations and 13 routes originating from Toronto Pearson International Airport, Ottawa International Airport and John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. 

    The line-up of destinations includes Cancun, Mexico (CUN), Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (PVR), Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS), Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (GCM), and Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR). 

    “These are Porter’s first routes outside of our longtime presence throughout Canada and the U.S., and we’re starting off in a big way by introducing five distinctly different destinations,” said Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines. “This is a significant development for anyone who wants to fly with Porter to more places and experience our award-winning service that focuses on making flying enjoyable for economy travellers. Recognizing that many passengers prefer Porter’s approach to economy travel, we have seen other Canadian airlines mimic our unique service in other regions where we already fly, such as by adding free beer and wine, and we anticipate that our competitors will do it again as we enter new sun destinations. But our loyal passengers know that the feeling of flying Porter can’t be matched. It’s intangible elements, like our caring people and generous service, that continue setting us apart. That’s why people love Porter, and why they are going to enjoy flying with us to the sun.”

    The initial winter schedule is below. 

    ToFromPeak weekly departuresStart date
    CancunToronto Pearson7Nov. 5, 2025
    Ottawa3Dec. 17, 2025
    Hamilton4Dec. 17, 2025
    Puerto VallartaToronto Pearson3Nov. 14, 2025
    Ottawa2Dec. 13, 2025
    Hamilton2Dec. 18, 2025
    NassauToronto Pearson7Nov. 26, 2025
    Ottawa1Dec. 13, 2025
    Hamilton 2Dec. 14, 2025
    Grand CaymanToronto Pearson3Dec. 16, 2025
    Ottawa1Dec. 19, 2025
    LiberiaToronto Pearson3Dec. 4, 2025
    Ottawa2Dec. 17, 2025

    Flights to Costa Rica and Grand Cayman remain subject to receipt of government approval.

    Porter is the only airline offering service from Ottawa to Grand Cayman and Liberia, as well as Hamilton to Puerto Vallarta and Nassau. 

    The schedule complements Air Transat’s network in the region – as Porter’s joint venture partner, this provides travellers additional choice for destinations, travel dates and flight frequency. VIPorter loyalty program members can redeem their VIPorter points for travel on Porter and Air Transat flights to sun markets for as low as 10,000 points one way. 

    Passengers will travel in style with Porter’s elevated economy experience onboard the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. With a two-by-two configuration, there are no middle seats on any Porter flight. Complimentary Canadian premium snacks, and free beer and wine, served in glassware, are included in every fare. Passengers also enjoy free, fast WiFi, with speeds capable of supporting the use of multiple devices and the ability to curate your own entertainment through personal streaming subscriptions. Priority check-in, extra legroom seats, premium pre-mixed cocktails, and fresh, healthy meals are also available with the all-inclusive PorterReserve fare or for purchase à la carte with PorterClassic.

    Full schedule details can be found at www.flyporter.com.

    Additional quotes

    “ASUR is delighted to welcome Porter Airlines in Cancun. It is great to have your prestigious brand in our airport and destination. We are certain that you will be very successful, and your customers will enjoy this wonderful piece of paradise and all that it has to offer. Cheers to our Canadian friends!” – Alejandro Vales Lehne, Customer and Route Development Director, ASUR

    “We are thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines to the Cayman Islands this winter with its inaugural non-stop service from Toronto and Ottawa. We extend our sincere thanks to the Porter and CIDOT development teams for making this possible. Porter is a favourite among Canadian travellers, celebrated for its exceptional service and comfort. These new routes deepen our valued connection with our cherished Canadian visitors and offer even more convenient access to our breathtaking beaches, rich culture, outstanding cuisine, and signature Caymanian hospitality.” – Rosa Harris, Director of Tourism, Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

    “The arrival of Porter Airlines to Guanacaste is the result of ongoing efforts to strengthen the relationship between Costa Rica and Canada. During our recent tour of several Canadian cities, we confirmed that the interest in our country is growing, and these new routes from Toronto and Ottawa represent opportunities for more Canadians to discover the natural and cultural riches of Guanacaste and the rest of the country.” – William Rodriguez Lopez, Costa Rica’s Minister of Tourism

    “We are thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines new nonstop service to The Bahamas. Canada is an important market. This new airlift perfectly aligns with our marketing strategy to continue to expand air connectivity in key markets.” – Hon. I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, The Bahamas

    “We are very pleased with the growth of the Canadian market in Jalisco. This is a key moment to strengthen our ties, highlight the closeness and affinity we share, and make it clear: in Jalisco, we welcome Canadians with open arms. That’s why we have been receiving more and more Canadian visitors across our destinations, from Guadalajara and Chapala to Puerto Vallarta, Costalegre, and our Pueblos Mágicos. And we will keep doing so. Thanks to the increased connectivity we have announced with several airlines linking Jalisco to more than 17 airports across Canada. Today, we proudly celebrate the arrival of these new routes with Porter, one of Canada’s most important airlines.” – Michelle Fridman Hirsch, Minister of Tourism of the State of Jalisco

    “We’re excited to celebrate the launch of sun destinations by Porter from Hamilton International this winter, another milestone in our shared commitment to growth and to enhancing travel options for travellers across the Southern Ontario region. These routes provide more convenient access to warm-weather getaways, and we’re particularly delighted about the service to Nassau, Bahamas, another airport in the Vantage Group with equally high guest experience expectations. Together, Porter, Hamilton International and Vantage Group are delivering a more seamless, comfortable, and elevated travel experience.” – Peter Tong, CEO, TradePort and Vantage Group executive

    “We congratulate Porter Airlines on their expansion to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica from Toronto Pearson, providing yet more customer choice. Canadian travellers are seeking more global connectivity, and we are pleased to see Porter provide more choices from Pearson.” – Deborah Flint, President and CEO, Toronto Pearson

    “We’re thrilled to see such a significant expansion of Porter’s winter schedule, bringing even more sun destinations within easy reach for our community. These added flights mean more choice, more convenience, and more opportunities for Ottawa-Gatineau passengers to escape the cold and enjoy some well-deserved warmth next winter. Grand Cayman and Costa Rica are brand new destinations for YOW, making the announcement even more exciting.” – Susan Margles, President and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority

    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com

  • Porter Airlines Launches Non-Stop Service Between Ottawa and Victoria

    New service is the only route connecting the two capital cities

    May 15, 2025 – TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is further enhancing its cross-Canada service with the launch of new non-stop service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Victoria International Airport (YYJ). The new service is the only route connecting the two capitals.

    thumbnail Porter Airlines launches non-stop service between Ottawa and Victoria

    Flights begin with four weekly roundtrips, increasing to daily roundtrips on June 16. Operated by Porter’s 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, all flights feature a two-by-two seat configuration, meaning no middle seats for any passenger.

    The scheduled flight times are as follows:

    RouteDepartureArrival
    Ottawa to Victoria8:40 a.m.11:00 a.m.
    Victoria to Ottawa11:55 a.m.7:40 p.m.
    All times local

    Porter is the only airline offering non-stop flights between these two cities and uniquely provides travellers an elevated economy experience. The launch is marked with special promotions at both Ottawa and Victoria airports, in collaboration with Victoria’s Fairmont Empress and Ottawa’s Fairmont Château Laurier. These iconic hotels reflect the elegance and heritage of each capital city, making them fitting ambassadors for this new connection. Passengers travelling on these inaugural flights have an opportunity to win a future getaway, including two roundtrip flights on Porter and a two-night stay at the Fairmont in their arrival city.

    Porter’s elevated economy experience includes complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, premium Canadian snacks, and fast, free WiFi on board. PorterReserve fares offer added benefits such as fresh meals, two checked bags, extra legroom, and priority services. Travellers can also choose their preferred enhancements à la carte through PorterClassic.

    Connections to Porter’s Eastern Canada network via Ottawa include Halifax, Charlottetown, Fredericton, and St. John’s. Flights are available for booking at flyporter.com.

    Quotes
    “This route is a natural connection between two cities that share deep national significance and tourism appeal. We’re proud to be the only airline offering non-stop service between Ottawa and Victoria, providing travellers with a more efficient and enjoyable way to move across the country.”

    – Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines

    “We are excited to welcome Porter’s non-stop service to Victoria, British Columbia, and another opportunity to connect Ottawa-Gatineau travellers with iconic Canadian destinations. Porter’s continued growth and investment at YOW confirms the importance of the Ottawa-Gatineau market but also opens Canada’s west coast to passengers from the east with easy connections.”

    – Susan Margles, President and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority

    “Direct service between Victoria and Ottawa is a welcome new connection between two of Canada’s capital cities. From federal engagement to tourism and exploration, Porter Airlines’ new service offers convenience, efficiency, and a uniquely Canadian travel experience. We’re excited to welcome more visitors to Vancouver Island, and equally excited to make it easier for our community to explore the heart of our nation.”

    – Elizabeth Brown, President and CEO, Victoria Airport Authority

    “Destination Greater Victoria was delighted to partner and invest in the efforts to launch this service through its Air Route Development program. This connection will be fantastic to connect two great capital cities and very helpful in our efforts to continue to boost the meetings and conferences business along with tourism on the South Island as a whole.”

    – Paul Nursey, CEO, Destination Greater Victoria

    About Porter
    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com

  • Air Canada Significantly Expands its Schedule to Latin America this Winter with Four New Destinations, 13 New Routes and 16% More Capacity

    • Toronto – Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadalajara
    • Montreal – Santiago, Cartagena, Guatemala City
    • Quebec City – Fort-de-France
    • Halifax – Nassau, Montego Bay
    • Ottawa– Nassau, Montego Bay
    • Vancouver – Huatulco

    MONTREAL, May 5, 2025 /CNW/ – Air Canada today announced its winter sun schedule, reflecting its largest network expansion to Latin America to date with 16 per cent more seat capacity over last winter. Highlights of the carrier’s exciting new services for the Winter 2025-26 season include new destinations to Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Guatemala City, and Guadalajara. As well, 13 new routes including to Santiago, Pointe-a-Pitre, Fort-de-France, Nassau, Montego Bay, and Huatulco are being introduced, along with additional frequencies to popular vacation destinations. In total, with over 55 daily flights and more than 80,000 seats weekly, Air Canada will offer the most comprehensive offering of any Canadian carrier flying to Latin America. All flights are now available for sale at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres and via travel agents.

    Air Canada today announced its winter sun schedule, reflecting its largest network expansion to Latin America to date with 16 per cent more seat capacity over last winter. (CNW Group/Air Canada)

    “Air Canada is delivering on its New Frontiers strategy with the expansion of its Latin America presence this winter. We are excited to be adding Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Guatemala City and Guadalajara to our global network, and increasing service to Santiago with new flights from Montreal. Our Latin America winter schedule has been built to serve both Canadian and global Sixth Freedom connecting travellers, as well as capitalize on growing cargo opportunities,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo at Air Canada.

    “We are also very pleased to add new winter routes from Halifax, Quebec City, Ottawa and Vancouver, to the Bahamas, Jamaica, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Mexico, and increase capacity to popular sun vacation destinations.”

    “With the breadth and depth of Air Canada’s network, our upcoming winter schedule offers a multitude of travel options for customers wherever they are. Whether people are connecting from Europe to Santiago, Guatemala and Guadalajara, Canadians looking to visit sunny climates, or travellers interested in exploring new adventures anywhere on the six continents we fly to, customers can plan and book their winter travels now. We look forward to welcoming you onboard our flights,” concluded Mr. Galardo.

    Air Canada’s new South America routes:

    FlightFromToDepartArriveDays of
    Operation    		Season
    AC84Toronto
    (YYZ)    		Rio de Janeiro
    (GIG)    		23:3010:45 +1
    day    		Tue, Thu, SatDec. 4, 2025
    – Mar. 28, 2026
    AC85Rio de
    Janeiro
    (GIG)    		Toronto (YYZ)21:3007:00 +1
    day    		Wed, Fri, SunDec. 5, 2025
    – Mar. 29, 2026
    AC936Toronto
    (YYZ)    		Cartagena
    (CTG)    		08:1513:40SatDec. 20, 2025
    – Apr. 11, 2026
    AC937Cartagena
    (CTG)    		Toronto (YYZ)14:4020:25SatDec. 20, 2025
    – Apr. 11, 2026
    AC52Montreal
    (YUL)    		Santiago
    (SCL)    		17:5007:00 +1
    day    		Tue, Thu, SatDec. 16, 2025
    – Feb. 27, 2026
    AC53Santiago
    (SCL)    		Montreal
    (YUL)    		08:3517:45Wed, Fri, SunDec. 17, 2025
    – Feb. 28, 2026
    AC1388Montreal
    (YUL)    		Cartagena
    (CTG)    		08:1514:00SatDec. 20, 2025
    – Apr. 11, 2026
    AC1389Cartagena
    (CTG)    		Montreal
    (YUL)    		15:0020:25SatDec. 20, 2025
    – Apr. 11, 2026

    Marcelo Freixo, President of Embratur – Brazilian Tourism Board, said, “Rio de Janeiro is one of those unique places in the world where you can go hiking, swim in the ocean, experience the rich Afro-Brazilian culture, admire breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy an authentic and diverse gastronomy. The relaunch of this route meets a growing demand from Canadian travellers for genuine and sustainable experiences. That is why we remain committed to working in partnership to strengthen this and many other connections between Brazil and Canada.”

    Air Canada’s new Central America, Caribbean and Mexico routes:

    FlightFromToDepartArriveDays of OperationSeason
    AC1368Montreal
    (YUL)    		Guatemala
    City (GUA)    		17:3522:30Thu, SatOct. 2, 2025 –
    April 25, 2026
    AC1369Guatemala
    City (GUA)    		Montreal
    (YUL)    		10:5016:50Fri, SunOct. 3, 2025 –
    April 26, 2026
    AC960Quebec
    (YQB)    		Fort-de-
    France (FDF)    		09:3515:45SunDec. 7, 2025 –
    Apr. 26, 2026
    AC961Fort-de-
    France (FDF)    		Quebec
    (YQB)    		16:4521:20SunDec. 7, 2025 –
    Apr. 26, 2026
    AC946Toronto
    (YYZ)    		Pointe-à-Pitre
    (PTP)    		08:1514:10SatDec. 20, 2025 –
    Apr. 11, 2026
    AC953Pointe-à-
    Pitre (PTP)    		Toronto (YYZ)15:1019:40SatDec. 20, 2025 –
    Apr. 11, 2026
    AC1360Toronto (YYZ)Guadalajara
    (GDL)    		16:4521:10Tue, Thu, SatNov. 04, 2025 –
    Apr. 28, 2026
    AC1361Guadalajara
    (GDL)    		Toronto (YYZ)08:3014:05Wed, Fri, SunNov. 05, 2025 –
    Apr. 29, 2026
    AC1270Ottawa
    (YOW)    		Nassau (NAS)07:1511:05FriDec. 5, 2025 –
    Apr. 10, 2026
    AC1271Nassau
    (NAS)    		Ottawa
    (YOW)    		12:1515:40FriDec. 5, 2025 –
    Apr. 10, 2026
    AC1274Ottawa
    (YOW)    		Montego Bay
    (MBJ)    		08:3013:15SunDec. 7, 2025 –
    Apr. 12, 2026
    AC1275Montego Bay
    (MBJ)    		Ottawa
    (YOW)    		14:2518:40SunDec. 7, 2025 –
    Apr. 12, 2026
    AC1290Halifax (YHZ)Nassau (NAS)17:1020:20FriDec. 5, 2025 –
    Apr. 10, 2026
    AC1289Nassau
    (NAS)    		Halifax (YHZ)21:2002:00 +1 dayFriDec. 5, 2025 –
    Apr. 10, 2026
    AC1278Halifax (YHZ)Montego Bay
    (MBJ)    		09:2513:30ThuDec. 4, 2025 –
    Apr. 9, 2026
    AC1279Montego Bay
    (MBJ)    		Halifax (YHZ)14:3020:00ThuDec. 4, 2025 –
    Apr. 9, 2026
    AC980Vancouver
    (YVR)    		Huatulco
    (HUX)    		08:3016:35SunDec. 7, 2025 –
    Apr. 12, 2026
    AC981Huatulco
    (HUX)    		Vancouver
    (YVR)    		17:3522:15SunDec. 7, 2025 –
    Apr. 12, 2026

    Additional capacity:

    RouteIncrease during peak periods
    Toronto – Los Cabos2 additional weekly flights; up to daily flights
    Toronto – Nassau5 additional weekly flights; up to 12 weekly flights
    Toronto – Montego Bay3 additional flights; up to 10 weekly flights
    Toronto – MonterreyExtended from summer season; 4 weekly flights
    Toronto – St. Maarten 1 additional flight; up to 5 weekly flights
    Montreal – Punta Cana1 additional daily flight; up to 3 daily flights
    Montreal – St. Maarten2 additional flights; up to 4 weekly flights
    Montreal – Montego Bay1 additional flight; up to 4 weekly flights
    Vancouver – Los Cabos1 additional flight; up to 5 weekly flights
    Vancouver – Puerto Vallarta1 additional flight; up to daily flights

    Travelling internationally? 

    Visit Air Canada’s Travel Ready Hub for the latest government entry requirements. Customers are responsible for ensuring they meet all government entry requirements, including holding the correct travel documents, visas, any required health certificates, and all other eligibility requirements for any flights they purchase.

    About Air Canada

    Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.