MONTREAL — Air Transat’s nonstop service between Montreal and Dakar will become a year-round route.

The exclusive service will now continue through the winter season with one weekly flight during the winter 2026-2027 season using A330 aircraft. It’s the only nonstop service connecting Canada and sub-Saharan Africa.

“This route plays an important role for the communities travelling between Canada and Senegal,” said Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat. “By extending it year-round, we’re providing our customers with greater continuity and convenience while reinforcing our commitment to this market.”

The Montreal-Dakar route will operate once weekly, every Friday, from Oct. 30, 2026, to March 26, 2027, complementing the two weekly flights offered during the summer season.

MORE CANCUN FROM WINDSOR & FREDERICTON

Air Transat is also continuing to strengthen its regional network by expanding its service to Mexico.

Starting Dec. 19, 2026, Air Transat will offer new weekly nonstop service between Windsor (YQG) and Cancun, operating every Saturday through April 25, 2027. Cancun will complement the airline’s existing service from Windsor, which currently includes Punta Cana.

In addition, the Fredericton (YFC)–Cancun route, introduced last winter, will return with an extended season for winter 2026–2027. The service will operate from Dec. 16, 2026, to April 29, 2027, with one weekly flight every Wednesday.