Barbados has secured a new nonstop air service from Montreal with Canadian carrier Air Transat, further expanding the island’s connectivity with the Canadian market.
The seasonal service is scheduled to begin on Dec. 13, 2026, and will operate twice weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays using an Airbus A321 LR aircraft with seating for 199 passengers.
Tourism officials said the new route represents a major expansion in the Quebec market and follows sustained efforts between Barbados tourism authorities, the airline and trade partners to strengthen visitor access to the island.
Officials noted that Quebec remains one of Barbados’ strongest and most reliable sources of Canadian visitors, making the direct service a significant boost for tourism arrivals and overall connectivity.
“This new service from Air Transat reflects the continued demand for Barbados within the Quebec market,” said Ian Gooding-Edghill, Barbados’ Minister of Tourism and International Transport.
“Increasing airlift and ensuring consistent, reliable access to the island remains a key priority, and this service is a direct reflection of our strategic focus on markets that deliver strong and sustainable growth,” he added.
Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Andrea Franklin, described Quebec as a cornerstone of Barbados’ Canadian tourism strategy.
“This new service with Air Transat allows us to deepen our reach within a market that has consistently delivered strong performance for Barbados,” Franklin said, adding that the route would help support long-term tourism growth and strengthen demand for the destination.
BTMI’s Director for Canada, Eusi Skeete, said the expansion was the result of a targeted strategy focused on building relationships within the Quebec travel trade sector and aligning with the preferences of Quebec travelers seeking immersive vacation experiences.
The Air Transat announcement follows a recent expansion by Air Canada, which earlier this month unveiled a new nonstop route from Halifax to Barbados.
Both services are slated to begin in December and are expected to strengthen Barbados’ position as a leading Caribbean destination for Canadian travelers while supporting continued growth in the tourism sector.
