Upstart airline BermudAir, which began flying to the US from Bermuda last September, has announced it will add Toronto and Halifax to its growing list of gateways (now seven) starting in May. Starting May 17, the airline will begin operations between Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) and Toronto Pearson (Tues-Fri-Sunday), with flights to Halifax Stanfield (Sat.) commencing on May 25.

Tickets are now on sale with special introductory fares available until April 10 starting at US$199 one-way from Bermuda to Canada and US$149 one-way from Canada to Bermuda, including taxes.

The carrier says its strategic expansion addresses the increasing demand for direct flights between Bermuda and Canada and is designed to appeal to both leisure and business travellers.

“Toronto and Halifax are currently underserved, and this expansion aligns with our mission to provide year-round service, meeting the needs of both Bermudians and travellers from Canada.” said Adam Scott, Founder & CEO of BermudAir.

BermudAir will operate Embraer E175 aircraft on the Canadian routes, featuring a dual-class cabin, with 14 seats in a business cabin and 52 seats in an economy cabin. Both cabins will provide complimentary food and beverage service (inclusive of alcohol), while business class offers additional booking flexibility, higher checked baggage allowances, preferential fare conditions for changes and cancellations, and more.

Bermuda Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert, said, “I am delighted that BermudAir’s expansion of services will include prominent Canadian destinations. This development is welcome news and brings much-needed convenience for travel to Bermuda. With direct flights connecting Bermuda with Toronto and Halifax, BermudAir effectively meets the demand that locals and visitors have been seeking. As a valued partner in enhancing our air travel offerings, BermudAir is bolstering Bermuda’s marketing efforts, signifying a progressive stride forward.”

BermudAir’s network currently includes Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), Westchester County Airport (HPN), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Orlando International Airport (MCO).

Adding the Toronto and Halifax routes means that BermudAir’s full schedule will operate 2,700 flights over a 12-month period offering 178,000 seats that were not previously available to and from Bermuda.

One interesting note for Travel Industry Today readers, our former columnist, friend  and longtime aviation guru David Tait, is Chairman at BermudAir.

For more, visit www.flybermudair.com.