Air Canada’s takes off to The Bahamas from Halifax and Ottawa

Air Canada has launched new nonstop flights from Halifax and Ottawa to Nassau, The Bahamas, as demand from both regions continues to surge.

From Ottawa, travel to The Bahamas is up 54% year-over-year, and Nova Scotia has increased 85%.

The direct flights are expected to accelerate that growth by removing connections and giving travellers a faster, smoother trip south. With warm ocean waters, sunny skies, and temperatures around 30°C, Canada’s ultimate winter escape is just a few hours away.

The Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister of The Bahamas, said of the new flights: “The Bahamas continues to strengthen its position as a favourite destination for Canadians, and expanding airlift is essential to keeping pace with this growing demand. These new flights deepen our connection in Canada and make it even easier for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty, culture, and warm hospitality that define The Islands of The Bahamas.”

Alexandre Lefevre, Vice President of Network Planning at Air Canada, said: “We’re thrilled to launch non-stop service from Nassau to Ottawa and Halifax, further connecting Canada with one of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations. These new routes offer our customers more choice and convenience for winter getaways, while strengthening our commitment to providing direct access to exciting leisure destinations.”

The new routes complement the existing airlift from across Canada and add to the broad portfolio of nonstop options available to travellers this winter. Combined with the strong air service already in place, Air Canada’s new Ottawa and Halifax flights give Canadians even more convenient ways to reach The Bahamas this season.

In the photo

Passengers at Halifax Stanfield were treated to a festive Bahamian send-off late last week. Seen here, from l to r, are Bahamian music group, Culture Shock, Marie Manning, Vice President, Business Development & CCO, HIAA, Mikala Moss, GM Sales and Marketing, Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, Judy Munden, Key Accounts Manager, Air Canada Vacations, Brent Carnegie – Vice President, Canlink Travel Representatives.

Photo credit: Mike Dembeck