- Prices starting from £406 pp return -

  Air Transat has unveiled the details of its 2023/2024 winter schedule, offering UK passengers a variety of options to explore Canada in the winter season, including more connecting flights than ever before.   From November 2023 to April 2024, Air Transat will be offering a daily flight from London Gatwick to Toronto and up to three weekly services to Montreal.   Return prices are as follows:  

• London Gatwick to Toronto – from £406pp
• London Gatwick to Montreal – from £407pp

  Air Transat will also be offering up to two weekly flights from both Glasgow and Manchester to Toronto over the winter season.   Winter is the perfect time to uncover all that Canada has to offer, as the beautiful Laurentian Mountains and Canadian countryside offer UK travellers the opportunity to experience a winter wonderland like no other.   Air Transat's winter flight programme will also offer onward connecting flights from Montreal and Toronto, enabling UK travellers flying with Air Transat to easily connect to winter sun destinations in the USA, Mexico, and the Caribbean.     Flights can be booked with maximum flexibility, allowing travellers to change the date and destination of their booking at no charge up to 24 hours before departure (excluding Eco Budget fares). Passengers need only to pay the fare difference, if any.   Passengers travelling from London will fly on Air Transat’s modern fleet. This includes the Airbus A330 as well as the Airbus A321LR aircraft which has the lowest environmental impact in its class.

 

The airline tops the ranking for the fifth time

  Air Transat is pleased to announce that it has been named the World’s Best Leisure Airline for the fifth time at the Skytrax World Airline Awards.   The awards ceremony took place this morning at the Paris Air Show, held at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace in Bourget, France. Marc-Philippe Lumpé, Chief Operations Officer of Air Transat, and Frédéric Nappert, Specialist, Systems and Standards of Air Transat, joined by members of the Air Transat flight crew, were on hand to receive this prestigious award.   “Receiving this award fills us with immense pride,” said Lumpé. “It testifies to the unique place we occupy in our passengers’ hearts, and it highlights the exceptional nature of our service and our commitment to excellence. Our unrivaled expertise, which puts our customers at the centre of all our actions, enables us to live up to the trust they place in us every day.”   “I would like to express my gratitude to all our employees, whose ongoing commitment and unwavering professionalism represent the essential elements that have earned us this most prestigious recognition,” said Annick Guérard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Transat. “Receiving this award for the fifth time illustrates their exceptional contributions, which are at the heart of our success.”   “We congratulate Air Transat on the fabulous achievement of being voted the World’s Best Leisure Airline in 2023 for the fifth time,” added Edward Plaisted, Chief Executive Officer of Skytrax. “This award is a great recognition for all of the Air Transat front line staff who are clearly delivering great standards to gain this highest level of customer satisfaction.”   Air Transat won this award in 2012, 2018, 2019, 2021 and now 2023, in addition to being voted North America’s Best Leisure Airline in 2022.

  Air Transat is increasing its services from London Gatwick to Montreal and Toronto in Canada for the 2023 summer season, including the re-introduction of its seasonal weekly direct flight to Quebec City. Increased services from Gatwick include daily flights to Montreal and double daily flights to Toronto. This comes as Air Transat celebrates 35 years since its first flight from Gatwick to Toronto.   The additions are complemented by the re-introduction of Air Transat’s seasonal weekly direct service to Quebec City operating between 24 June 24 and 17 September – the only UK air link to the Canadian city which launched for the first time last year.   Sonia Kurek, Commercial Director UK & Ireland for Air Transat, said: “We are delighted to see passenger levels continuing to grow, even after 35 years of operating transatlantic flights to Canada. Air Transat is well placed to satisfy the demand for travellers from the South East with increased frequencies for 2023. Passengers flying from Gatwick can also take advantage of onward connections across Air Transat’s network throughout Canada, and onto Florida and California in the US. We look forward to welcoming passengers onboard our award-winning services.”   Flights from London Gatwick are available to book at airtransat.com or via travel agents, with return fares starting from £414pp.   Flights can be booked with maximum flexibility, giving passengers the opportunity to modify their booking at no charge up to 24 hours before departure (excluding Eco Budget fares). Passengers need only to pay the fare difference, if any.   The increased summer services will be offered until the end of October, when the winter schedule comes into operation.

Air Transat has relaunched its agent training course with upgrades.  The free course,  in association with Online Travel Training, offers learning on the airline's onboard experience, new aircraft and routes. Agents who complete the course by 28 February, 2023 have a chance to win a £100 Love2Shop e-voucher in a monthly draw.^* The agent training course modules cover; About Air Transat: An introduction to their global network, routes and connections Fare types & inclusions: Covering the pricing structure and ancillary services Onboard comfort & inflight services: Discover the two travel classes and inflight services, along with the free-to-join kids club and youth solo travel Travel information: More about the fleet, check-in options and group travel   Air Transat flies direct to Canada year-round from Glasgow, Manchester and London Gatwick, and from Dublin in the summer.

  Air Transat has re-launched its agents training course with a raft of improvements.   The free course, which is offered in association with Online Travel Training, features training on the airline’s onboard experience, new aircraft and expanding routes.   Participants who complete the course by 28^th February, 2023 will be in with the chance to win a £100 Love2Shop e-voucher in the airline’s monthly draw.^*   The course modules also cover:  

• About Air Transat: An introduction to their global network, routes and connections
• Fare types & inclusions: Covering their simple pricing structure and ancillary services, making it easier to understand and sell
• Onboard comfort & inflight services: Discover their two travel classes, and inflight services, along with the free-to-join kids club and youth solo travel – making travel easier for families
• Travel information: Learn more about their fleet, check-in options and group travel

  Connecting the UK to Canada and beyond, Air Transat flies direct year-round from Glasgow, Manchester and London Gatwick, and from Dublin in the summer. Flying direct to Montreal and Toronto, with seamless connections to Quebec City, Vancouver, Calgary, Florida, and California.   To join the course and for more information, please visit: airtransat-ott.com

 

- Flights from the UK to Montreal and Toronto from just £339 rtn -

  Montreal-based airline Air Transat is offering travellers the opportunity to take the perfect autumn getaway from the UK to their favourite Canadian destinations.   Throughout the autumn and winter, Air Transat is offering direct services from London Gatwick to Montréal (from £349) three times a week, as well as direct daily services to Toronto (from £339). Additionally, there are up to twice-weekly services to Toronto from Glasgow (from £349) and Manchester (from £349).*   Known for its friendly locals, quirky neighbourhoods, multicultural food scene, variety of shopping opportunities and bustling atmosphere, not to mention its proximity to the Niagara Falls, Toronto has much to offer for all ages in the autumn. Some highlights this year include:  

• Toronto After Dark Film Festival: Enjoy five days filled with screenings of some of the best indie horror, sci-fi and actions movies at this annual film festival. (19^th - 23^rd Oct)
• Pumpkins After Dark: Wander through the illuminated tunnel as thousands of unique glowing lanterns light your path. There are many new pumpkin sculptures and installations this year, as well as live carving demonstrations and delicious treats. (runs until 30^th Oct)
• Ghost Tours: Get into the Halloween spirit by learning about some of the most haunted spots across the Toronto region with a plethora of guided tours and haunted walks.
• Michelin Dining: Experience Canada's first Michelin destination, with 13 newly starred restaurants with a myriad of different cuisines that are as diverse as the city itself.

  Montreal, known as the cultural capital of Quebec, will play host to a variety of festivals and events this autumn, highlighting its diverse food, film and music scene, including:  

• La Grande Dégustation: This tasting event is a unique gathering where wine producers, distillers and brewers come together to share their passion with wine, beer and spirit lovers and connoisseurs. (20^th-22^nd Oct)
• Bach Festival: Listen and learn through a series of concerts and educational programs at the Festival Bach Montréal, which showcases Canada’s elite musicians to the world and brings world-class performers to Quebec. (12^th Nov – 21^st Dec)
• Montreal Independent Film Festival: Enjoy this annual film festival which has become one of the most popular international festivals, hosting Cannes award winners, Oscar nominees and emerging independent film projects in previous years. (16^th Nov)
• MTLàTABLE: Experience a range of Montreal’s gourmet neighbourhoods in its 10^th annual restaurant week. (3^rd-13^th Nov)

  From both Montreal and Toronto, passengers can extend their holiday further by taking advantage of Air Transat’s network to connect to onward destinations including Québec City, Calgary and Vancouver as well as recently added US destinations, including Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Miami. Passengers can land in one of their many gateways and leave from another city, at no extra charge. Air Transat gives the freedom to see more places, without being limited to just one destination!   Passengers travelling from the UK will fly on Air Transat’s modern, all-Airbus fleet. This includes the new A321neoLR aircraft which has the lowest environmental impact in its class, and forms part of the company’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. And with inflight meals, a welcoming atmosphere, state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and more space in economy, their holiday starts the moment they step on board.   To book or for more information, please visit airtransat.co.uk or a travel agent.

Air Transat this month launches two routes from London to Quebec. This week it relaunched its popular route from London Gatwick to Montreal for the first time since 2019. Air Transat will initially offer three flights a week before ramping up to a daily service by the middle of summer. On 12 May, Air Transat will launch the UK’s first non-stop Quebec City flight with a weekly service from London Gatwick. In addition, Air Transat has increased its London Gatwick to Toronto service from three times a week to daily, with plans to fly twice daily by mid-summer. In Montreal and Toronto, passengers can also connect to onward services to other destinations in Air Transat’s network including Quebec City, Calgary and Vancouver. Sonia Kurek, Commercial Director UK & Ireland for Air Transat, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming British travellers back and we’re confident that Quebec City will enchant visitors.” Passengers travelling from London Gatwick will fly on Air Transat’s all-Airbus fleet, including the new A321neoLR aircraft, which has the lowest environmental impact in its class. In an effort to offer more flexibility to customers, Air Transat is expanding its conditions for changing and cancelling bookings in both Economy and Club Class fares. It is now possible to cancel a trip, regardless of the chosen fare.

Air Transat announced three new partner airlines to connectair by Air Transat. In partnership with Dohop, Azores Airlines, Loganair, and SKY express were added to the platform. Customers can now book more than 240 additional destinations. Launched in November 2021, connectair by Air Transat is Dohop’s latest airline-owned virtual interline platform. With existing partnerships with carriers such as easyJet, Vueling, Avianca, and Pascan, the platform already offers connected journeys throughout Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. Passengers can book connecting flights across airline networks, including ancillaries, in a single booking. Dohop services the connection in case of delays and disruptions, while airlines retain customer ownership. “Air Transat’s continued focus on expanding its network through virtual interline is a testimony to its forward-thinking. We are delighted to be the facilitator,” said Sarah Hanan, Commercial Director at Dohop.

Canada’s Air Transat is upgrading its in-flight meal offering, which offers new options to both Club and Economy Class passengers traveling to and from the UK. The new offering allows Club Class passengers to choose between the ‘breakfast’ or ‘lunch and dinner' hot meals, depending on their flight departure time. The breakfast menu consists of a main course with croissant, bowl of fruit, yoghurt and juice, while the lunch and dinner menu comprises of a main course with salad, bread, dessert and glass of wine. Additionally, passengers travelling in Economy Class now have a choice of two complimentary hot meals. Each hot meal is served with a salad, sweet snack and glass of wine or non-alcoholic drink. Sonia Kurek, Commercial Director UK, Ireland and GSA markets, Air Transat, said: “We are delighted to be able to offer these new in-flight menus as we restore and expand the choice of flights we offer from the UK to Canada.” In May, Air Transat will launch services from London Gatwick to Montreal, and the UK’s first ever route to Quebec City with a weekly flight from Gatwick. Air Transat already offers regular direct services from London Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow to Toronto, with onward connecting services to Calgary, Montreal and Vancouver.

  Air Transat, the 2021 Skytrax World’s Best Leisure Airline, is pleased to announce an enhanced in-flight meal offering, which offers new options to both Club and Economy Class passengers traveling to and from the UK.   The new and improved offering allows Club Class passengers to choose between the “breakfast” or “lunch and dinner” hot meal offers, depending on their flight departure time.   The breakfast menu consists of a main course with croissant, bowl of fruit, yoghurt and juice, while the lunch and dinner menu comprises of a main course with salad, bread, dessert and glass of wine.   Additionally, passengers travelling in Economy Class now have a choice of two complimentary hot meals. Each hot meal is served with a salad, sweet snack and glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage.   Sonia Kurek, Commercial Director UK, Ireland and GSA markets, Air Transat, commented: “We are delighted to be able to offer our dedicated passengers these new in-flight menus as we restore and expand the choice of flights we offer from the UK to Canada. Air Transat has always prided itself on its high-quality food offering that is readily available to all passengers on board.”   In May, Air Transat will launch services from London Gatwick to Montreal, and the UK’s first ever and exclusive route to Quebec City with a weekly flight from Gatwick. Air Transat already offers regular direct services from London Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow to Toronto, with onward connecting services to Calgary, Montreal and Vancouver.   Air Transat’s Traveller Care programme features enhanced health and safety measures at check-in, during boarding and on-board providing passengers with reassurance and peace of mind.   For reservations, or to pre-order food, visit a travel agent or airtransat.co.uk

Air Transat inviting Brits to take advantage of special sale fares the airline has launched today. Air Transat is offering special return fares from London Gatwick to Toronto from £349, from London Gatwick to Montreal and Quebec City from £359. There are also sales fares from Manchester to Toronto from £389, and from Glasgow to Toronto from £369. The See it for Real Promo, which runs until 7 April, 2022, offers reduced prices for passengers booking flights on the airline’s services between the UK and Canada for travel on selected dates between 1 May and 31 October, 2022. Air Transat offers regular direct services from London Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow to Toronto, with onward connecting services to Calgary, Montreal and Vancouver. In May, Air Transat launches services from Gatwick to Montreal, the UK’s first ever route to Quebec City with a weekly flight. Fares can be booked with flexibility and no change fees. If travel plans change, the date and destination of the booking can be changed at no charge up to 24 hours before departure. Passengers need only to pay the fare difference, if any.

Canada’s Air Transat has relaunched its Star Rewards agent incentive programme. The incentive enables travel agents to receive cash rewards for every passenger booked by 14 April, 2022 on an Air Transat flight from the UK. Agents who book Eco Standard tickets will receive a £10 shopping voucher, and those who book Eco Flex or Club Class fares receive a £20 shopping voucher for each passenger booked. Agents can use the vouchers from the Star Rewards on thousands of gifts and experiences. These range from weekend breaks and luxury hotel stays, to gadgets and beauty products, and vouchers for high street stores. Star Rewards incentives are available for bookings made by travel agents on Air Transat’s flights from London Gatwick to Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City, and from Manchester and Glasgow to Toronto, along with onward services to Calgary and Vancouver. Sonia Kurek, Commercial Director, UK and Ireland, at Air Transat, said: “We are excited to again be able to offer UK travel agents the popular Star Rewards programme. “The travel trade are highly valued partners for Air Transat. We plan to roll out further trade promotions throughout 2022."