Air Transat launched two new routes out of Toronto Pearson International Airport this week as it further strengthens its worldwide network.
On Dec. 16, 2025, the Canadian airline kicked off its inaugural flights to Istanbul, Türkiye, and Georgetown, Guyana, with the latter hitting the skies first.
“Introducing Istanbul and Georgetown from Toronto is a strategic step in diversifying our offer while serving travellers flying to visit friends and family,” said Sebastian Ponce, Transat’s chief revenue officer.
“Istanbul unlocks a world of onward possibilities through our partnership with Turkish Airlines, and Georgetown strengthens ties with Canada’s Guyanese community. Together, these routes invite discovery and deliver the seamless comfort that defines Air Transat.”
Toronto to Istanbul
According to Air Transat, the new Toronto–Istanbul route will offer year-round service. Expect flights on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with an additional Thursday flight starting in May 2026.
“This is another key milestone in our exciting journey to both enhance and maintain our position as a world-leading global aviation and transit hub,” said iGA Istanbul Airport’s chief commercial officer, Server Aydın.
“The new route will enhance prospects for both tourism and trade between Turkey and Canada, whilst reinforcing Istanbul’s growing role in the international aviation ecosystem. We’re delighted to welcome Air Transat to our network and believe that together we will create exciting new opportunities for exchange and growth between North America, Europe and the Middle East.”
Toronto to Georgetown
As for the flight to Guyana, the new Toronto–Georgetown service has already been extended to May 29, 2026, and operates twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays.
“The addition of this service reflects the deliberate, long-term approach being taken to increase Guyana’s airlift,” said Sanjeev Datadin, chairman of the board of directors at Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA).
“At the board level, we remain focused on building strong airline partnerships, ensuring sound governance, and supporting investments that position CJIA to meet future demand while maintaining international standards.”
And in addition, these new routes will also benefit from connections through Air Transat’s joint venture with Porter Airlines.
For travellers across Canada, it means fewer headaches getting there. Anyone flying in from Western Canada, Ottawa, Montreal, or the Maritimes can just connect through Toronto.
We don’t know about you, but it sounds like we’re about to be travelling a lot in 2026.
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