Airlines
Qantas boosts seasonal flights from Canada to Australia
Qantas will boost international flying from Canada to Australia during northern winter to meet seasonal demand from Australians traveling to Canada for its peak ski season and Canadians flocking south to experience the warmth of Australian summer. The Australian carrier will increase nonstop flying on its Vancouver to Sydney route from three per week to daily from Jan. 1-24, 2026 before adjusting to five flights per week from Jan. 25 to Feb. 8, 2026 and tapering to four flights per week from Feb. 9 through March 2026. The increased flying over the northern winter season will boost...
Air Transat inaugurates new flight to Medellín from Toronto
Air Transat continues to explore new horizons in South America with the launch of an exclusive new route between Toronto (YYZ) and Medellín (MDE)*, via Cartagena (CTG). This new twice-weekly service will connect Canadians with one of Colombia's most dynamic and mountainous cities, while also improving access to the popular destination of Cartagena. “Adding Medellín to our network reflects our desire to expand our network while meeting a real demand from our clients for both leisure travel and family reunions,” said Sebastian Ponce, Transat's Chief Revenue Officer. “This...
BermudAir accepts third aircraft; fourth to be delivered in June
BermudAir announces delivery of its third aircraft, “Niel Jones,” which arrived at L.F. Wade International Airport in Bermuda on Saturday, May 16, 2025. This new addition to BermudAir’s fleet represents a significant step forward in BermudAir’s commitment to providing dependable, high-quality service to passengers. Named in memory of the late Niel Jones, a great friend, proud Bermudian, and pivotal figure in the establishment of BermudAir, this aircraft will ensure that BermudAir continues to operate with greater efficiency, improving its ability to maintain flight schedules...
Air Canada adds nonstop flights to Jamaica from Ottawa and Halifax
Jamaica will become more accessible for visitors in Canada during the winter 2025–2026 travel season, thanks to the launch of two new direct routes and increased flight frequency on existing services at Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport (SIA). Air Canada, the country’s flagship carrier and largest airline, will expand its footprint in the Caribbean by launching new non-stop flights from Ottawa and Halifax, making Jamaica more accessible for travelers from Canada’s capital region and Atlantic provinces. This strategic growth is projected to result in a 23.2% rise in...
WestJet brings back nonstop route between Edmonton & Kamloops; introduces new service to Prince George
WestJet has announced the return of its non-stop service between Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Kamloops, B.C. as well as the introduction of all-new service to Prince George, B.C. Beginning the first week of July, WestJet Encore will operate the routes twice per week throughout the peak summer travel season onboard the De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400) aircraft. "Restoring service to Kamloops and introducing service to Prince George is a direct reflection of Canadians' interest in exploring their own backyard this summer," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive...
Air Canada now flying direct from Montreal to Naples
Air Canada’s newest international flight connects Montréal to Naples, Italy, the gateway to the Amalfi coast. This flight marks the first Air Canada service to Naples and is the airline’s fourth non-stop connection between Canada and Italy. “We are thrilled to inaugurate new, non-stop service between Canada and Naples, a scenic new destination in Air Canada’s global network and our fourth in the Italian market. With the beauty of the Amalfi Coast or the ruins of Pompeii not far away, this new service from our growing Transatlantic hub in Montréal will make it even easier...
WestJet strengthens European network with enhanced Air France & KLM codeshare partnerships
WestJet has announced an expansion of its codeshare partnerships with Air France and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM), offering guests connecting through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Paris Charles de Gaulle enhanced access a broader network of European destinations all with the ease of a single booking. "As part of our commitment to flying Canadians where they want to go, these expanded partnerships provide WestJet guests with more options to explore 59 sought-after European destinations this summer," said Jared Mikoch-Gerke, WestJet Director of Airport Affairs and Alliances. "With...
Air Transat now flying south from three new Canadian cities
Air Transat continues to enhance its winter program with the addition of three new departure points in Canada. Starting in winter 2025-2026, travellers from Windsor (YQG) will enjoy weekly flights to Punta Cana (PUJ), while those from Charlottetown (YYG) and Fredericton (YFC) will have access to a new route to Cancún (CUN). “The addition of Windsor, Charlottetown and Fredericton to our winter flight program demonstrates our commitment to expanding our network in the Canadian market,” said Sebastian Ponce, Transat's Chief Revenue Officer. “Thanks to optimized operations, we...