The service will operate year-round using an Airbus A330, flying twice weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This new connection
aims to strengthen the airline’s position in the Canadian market by providing
increased accessibility to Türkiye and beyond.
With the addition of the Montreal route, Air Transat now
offers a combined total of five weekly flights to Istanbul, including three
existing weekly flights from Toronto. The airline notes that this schedule
allows for connectivity for travelers across Canada, spanning major hubs from
Halifax to Vancouver, as well as Ottawa, Québec City, Winnipeg, and Calgary.
"Expanding our program from our hometown is great news
for Quebecers and the local business community," said Sebastian Ponce, chief revenue officer at Transat. "Through our partnership with Turkish
Airlines, Istanbul becomes much more than a destination; it's a gateway to one
of the most diverse global networks, spanning the Middle East, Asia, Africa,
and the Caucasus."
According to the airline, passengers will be able to book
single-ticket itineraries to dozens of international destinations beyond
Istanbul.
The introduction of the Montreal-Istanbul route follows the
success of the Toronto service launched in 2025. Air Transat officials stated
that the expansion is part of a broader strategy centered on disciplined
capacity management and on building upon routes that have demonstrated high demand potential.
Karl Brochu, vice president of Airport Operations and Air
Services Development at ADM Aéroports de Montréal, welcomed the announcement,
noting the destination's strategic importance. "This new route will
appeal to passengers seeking memorable experiences in Turkey's largest city,
renowned for its vibrant markets, timeless charm, and unique position
straddling Europe and Asia," said Brochu.
Air Transat, which was founded in Montreal in 1987, maintains its primary hubs at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). The inclusion of this new route reflects the carrier's ongoing focus on expanding its international footprint while leveraging commercial partnerships to reach emerging markets.
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