New Air Canada Service Between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Ottawa International Airport

Toronto · October 7, 2021

Airport Operations

Air Canada to Commence Service Between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Ottawa International Airport Starting October 31

An aircraft on the airfield with the Toronto skyline beyond.

PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, is pleased to confirm that Air Canada will commence commercial service to/from Ottawa International Airport beginning October 31, 2021. The service will commence with eight flights per day – four departures and four arrivals – and will be accommodated within the airport’s current 202-slot structure. This new service complements Air Canada’s existing service to/from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL).

“We are pleased that Air Canada will commence a new route to Ottawa International Airport from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport later this month. The addition of Ottawa to the carrier’s successful Montreal offering will provide passengers loyal to Air Canada with the ability to travel to and from the national’s capital from the convenience of our award-winning downtown airport.”

Gene Cabral, Executive Vice President, PortsToronto and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

About Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an award-winning gateway to Canada’s largest city, offering unmatched convenience just minutes from downtown Toronto. Serving passengers since 1939, the airport provides service to more than 20 cities across Canada and the U.S., with connections to more than 100 global destinations through its airline partners, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility opening soon.

Renowned for its accessibility, stunning skyline views and 98% passenger satisfaction rating, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports critical regional services, including medical travel and medevac operations through Ornge. It is also a key economic driver, supporting more than 4,000 jobs (2,000 directly associated with its operations) and generating approximately $2 billion annually for the regional economy.

Committed to sustainability, the airport is a three-time recipient of the Airports Council International–North America’s Environmental Achievement Award and is certified under Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by PortsToronto. Nieuport Aviation is the terminal partner and operates the airport’s complimentary shuttle service to and from downtown Toronto.