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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Air Transat Extends its Routes to Bordeaux and Valencia in Winter 2025-2026
Two European destinations accessible from Montreal earlier in the year MONTREAL, May 26, 2025 /CNW/ - Air Transat, voted 2024 World's Best Leisure Airline by Skytrax, is strengthening its annual transatlantic network by extending its routes to Bordeaux (BOD) and Valencia (VLC) for the winter of 2025-2026. Previously offered only during the summer, these exclusive routes will now operate from February with a weekly non-stop flight from Montréal-Trudeau (YUL) aboard an Airbus A321LR. "By expanding our presence in France and Spain during the winter, we are taking another step toward making our transatlantic program available year-round," said Sebastian Ponce, Transat's Chief Revenue Officer. "Having recently added Valencia to our summer program, its winter extension is a testament to the destination's potential. As for Bordeaux, its winter addition strengthens our presence in the French provinces, a priority market for Air Transat." The winter service to Bordeaux joins those to Lyon, Marseille and Nantes, confirming the strategic importance of France in Air Transat's network and meeting the expectations of both the leisure market and of travellers visiting their loved ones. As for Spain, extending the route to Valencia – whose inaugural flight is scheduled for June 20 – confirms the popularity of this fast-growing destination. It joins Madrid and Malaga in Air Transat's winter portfolio, consolidating the company's year-round presence in Spain. Starting February 21, weekly Saturday flights to Bordeaux and Valencia will be offered, further enriching Air Transat's summer program, which will extend through October 2026. Tickets for these destinations are now available for booking. Details of the full Winter 2025-2026 program will be announced soon. About Air Transat Founded in Montreal 37 years ago, Air Transat is a leading travel brand voted 2024 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). Image bank: SOURCE Transat A.T. Inc. View original content:
Globe and Mail
15-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Air Transat Flies South from Three New Canadian Cities: Windsor, Charlottetown and Fredericton
MONTREAL, May 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Air Transat, voted the 2024 World's Best Leisure Airline by Skytrax, 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).
Travel Daily News
06-05-2025
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Air Canada expands its schedule to Latin America this Winter
Air Canada expands Winter 2025-26 Latin America network with 16% more seats, new destinations, routes, and increased sun-season frequencies. MONTREAL – Air Canada 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 through Air Canada Contact Centres and via travel agents. '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: Flight From To Depart Arrive Days of Operation Season AC84 Toronto (YYZ) Rio de Janeiro (GIG) 23:30 10:45 +1 day Tue, Thu, Sat Dec. 4, 2025 – Mar. 28, 2026 AC85 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Toronto (YYZ) 21:30 07:00 +1 day Wed, Fri, Sun Dec. 5, 2025 – Mar. 29, 2026 AC936 Toronto (YYZ) Cartagena (CTG) 08:15 13:40 Sat Dec. 20, 2025 – Apr. 11, 2026 AC937 Cartagena (CTG) Toronto (YYZ) 14:40 20:25 Sat Dec. 20, 2025 – Apr. 11, 2026 AC52 Montreal (YUL) Santiago (SCL) 17:50 07:00 +1 day Tue, Thu, Sat Dec. 16, 2025 – Feb. 27, 2026 AC53 Santiago (SCL) Montreal (YUL) 08:35 17:45 Wed, Fri, Sun Dec. 17, 2025 – Feb. 28, 2026 AC1388 Montreal (YUL) Cartagena (CTG) 08:15 14:00 Sat Dec. 20, 2025 – Apr. 11, 2026 AC1389 Cartagena (CTG) Montreal (YUL) 15:00 20:25 Sat Dec. 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: Flight From To Depart Arrive Days of Operation Season AC1368 Montreal (YUL) Guatemala City (GUA) 17:35 22:30 Thu, Sat Oct. 2, 2025 – April 25, 2026 AC1369 Guatemala City (GUA) Montreal (YUL) 10:50 16:50 Fri, Sun Oct. 3, 2025 – April 26, 2026 AC960 Quebec (YQB) Fort-de-France (FDF) 09:35 15:45 Sun Dec. 7, 2025 – Apr. 26, 2026 AC961 Fort-de-France (FDF) Quebec (YQB) 16:45 21:20 Sun Dec. 7, 2025 – Apr. 26, 2026 AC946 Toronto (YYZ) Pointe-à-Pitre (PTP) 08:15 14:10 Sat Dec. 20, 2025 – Apr. 11, 2026 AC953 Pointe-à-Pitre (PTP) Toronto (YYZ) 15:10 19:40 Sat Dec. 20, 2025 – Apr. 11, 2026 AC1360 Toronto (YYZ) Guadalajara (GDL) 16:45 21:10 Tue, Thu, Sat Nov. 04, 2025 – Apr. 28, 2026 AC1361 Guadalajara (GDL) Toronto (YYZ) 08:30 14:05 Wed, Fri, Sun Nov. 05, 2025 – Apr. 29, 2026 AC1270 Ottawa (YOW) Nassau (NAS) 07:15 11:05 Fri Dec. 5, 2025 – Apr. 10, 2026 AC1271 Nassau (NAS) Ottawa (YOW) 12:15 15:40 Fri Dec. 5, 2025 – Apr. 10, 2026 AC1274 Ottawa (YOW) Montego Bay (MBJ) 08:30 13:15 Sun Dec. 7, 2025 – Apr. 12, 2026 AC1275 Montego Bay (MBJ) Ottawa (YOW) 14:25 18:40 Sun Dec. 7, 2025 – Apr. 12, 2026 AC1290 Halifax (YHZ) Nassau (NAS) 17:10 20:20 Fri Dec. 5, 2025 – Apr. 10, 2026 AC1289 Nassau (NAS) Halifax (YHZ) 21:20 02:00 +1 day Fri Dec. 5, 2025 – Apr. 10, 2026 AC1278 Halifax (YHZ) Montego Bay (MBJ) 09:25 13:30 Thu Dec. 4, 2025 – Apr. 9, 2026 AC1279 Montego Bay (MBJ) Halifax (YHZ) 14:30 20:00 Thu Dec. 4, 2025 – Apr. 9, 2026 AC980 Vancouver (YVR) Huatulco (HUX) 08:30 16:35 Sun Dec. 7, 2025 – Apr. 12, 2026 AC981 Huatulco (HUX) Vancouver (YVR) 17:35 22:15 Sun Dec. 7, 2025 – Apr. 12, 2026 Additional capacity: Route Increase during peak periods Toronto – Los Cabos 2 additional weekly flights; up to daily flights Toronto – Nassau 5 additional weekly flights; up to 12 weekly flights Toronto – Montego Bay 3 additional flights; up to 10 weekly flights Toronto – Monterrey Extended from summer season; 4 weekly flights Toronto – St. Maarten 1 additional flight; up to 5 weekly flights Montreal – Punta Cana 1 additional daily flight; up to 3 daily flights Montreal – St. Maarten 2 additional flights; up to 4 weekly flights Montreal – Montego Bay 1 additional flight; up to 4 weekly flights Vancouver – Los Cabos 1 additional flight; up to 5 weekly flights Vancouver – Puerto Vallarta 1 additional flight; up to daily flights
