Air Canada just added a bunch of sunny new winter routes

Already planning your winter escape? Air Canada has added several new winter routes to let Canadian travellers swap snow for sand with new sunny destinations.

Once winter sets in, Canadians fall into two categories: those who embrace winter in all its fluffy snowed glory, and those who believe the best thing about a Canadian winter is leaving. If you fall in the second group, you’ll want to check out Air Canada’s new winter routes.

On May 5, the airline announced its winter sun schedule to Latin America. In a release, Air Canada said it’s increasing its capacity by 16 per cent compared to last year. But it’s more than just additional flights to your favourite destinations — Air Canada is adding new winter routes to more sunny locations.

 

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New South American routes include Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Guatemala City, and Guadalajara. The airline said it’s also introducing routes to Central America, flying to places like Santiago, Pointe-a-Pitre, Fort-de-France, Nassau, Montego Bay, and Huatulco.

“Our Latin America winter schedule has been built to serve both Canadian and global Sixth Freedom connecting travellers, as well as capitalize on growing cargo opportunities,” said Mark Galardo, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, and president, cargo at Air Canada.

If you want to plan your winter vacation ahead of time, you can find more detailed information on flight schedules below. Enter your vacation dates and book your trip at Air Canada contact centres, travel agents, or online.

Air Canada new winter routes lineup

South America

Central America, Caribbean, and Mexico

The airline will also have additional capacity for existing routes.

Flights have increased during peak periods for the following destinations.

And if you’re not already an Aeroplan member, now’s the perfect time to join.

Starting May 1, members get free Wi-Fi on Air Canada flights across North America and routes to and from sun destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean.

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