Air Transat adding flights to Mexico and Spain from Canadian airport
Both new routes fly to and from Montreal's Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
One is an entirely new route, a non-stop flight to Guadalajara, Mexico, and the other is an expansion of existing service to Madrid, Spain.
The non-stop flight between Montreal and Guadalajara launches Dec. 13.
The twice-weekly service will fly on Thursdays and Fridays.
'This new route opens the door to an authentic and vibrant destination — the birthplace of mariachi, tequila and a thriving culinary scene. In addition to serving the needs of Quebec's Mexican community, this service invites travellers to discover another side of Mexico,' Air Transat said in a news release.
The Montreal-Madrid winter route is an expansion of one that is currently available only in the summer.
Starting Feb. 18, 2026, Air Transat will offer two flights per week between Montreal and Madrid, on Wednesdays and Fridays.
'With its mild temperatures, lifestyle and rich heritage, Madrid offers a refreshing European getaway at any time of year. This expansion is part of Air Transat's strategy to reduce the seasonality of its transatlantic network by adding Madrid to its winter offerings for Spain, which already includes Malaga,' Air Transat said.
Furthermore, the airline offers seamless connectivity to several other Spanish destinations through a partnership with Air Europa.
'The launch of these new routes reflects our commitment to offering a diversified network and effectively meeting currently underserved demand,' said Sebastian Ponce, chief revenue officer at Transat, in the release. 'By targeting high-potential markets like Guadalajara and gradually making our European service available year-round, we are strengthening our position from Eastern Canada to the South and Europe, while maximizing our fleet's operational efficiency. These are carefully curated routes that align with Air Transat's DNA.'
These two new flights will be available for booking starting this week.
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