Air Canada, Sunwing/WestJet & Air Transat All Suspend Cuba Flights Indefinitely
by Bruce Parkinson
Air Canada, Sunwing Vacations Group and Air Transat have suspended all flights to and from Cuba indefinitely.
The carriers had already cancelled flights to the Caribbean nation throughout the winter and spring of 2026, with plans to resume in the fall. The latest news suggests that won’t be happening.
“Following an analysis of our program in Cuba and the current operating environment, the Sunwing Vacations Group (including Sunwing Vacations, WestJet Vacations and WestJet Vacations Quebec) has made the difficult decision to indefinitely suspend all of its operations in Cuba until further notice,” Sunwing Vacations Group stated in a press release.
“We recognize this news may be disappointing for guests and travel advisors, particularly given the strong connection many Canadians have with Cuba and its people. Cuba has long been a cherished destination for our guests, and we are mindful of the challenges currently facing local communities, tourism workers, and industry partners who rely on the sector. Our thoughts are with those affected, and we remain hopeful for the destination’s recovery and long-term success.”
All three airlines say that guests with existing trips to Cuba booked will be contacted with options, including rebooking to a different destination or taking a full refund.
A travel advisory from the Canadian government is in effect for the island nation because of “worsening shortages of fuel, electricity and basic necessities including food, water and medicine.”
Conditions in Cuba have worsened over the past several months, with frequent blackouts and chronic fuel shortages following a U.S. oil embargo that began in January.
