Harbour Air is launching new routes ahead of winter and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will bring people from all over the world to the region.
North America's largest seaplane operator has also increased its service, with up to 200 daily flights across 15 destinations, including four new routes and year-round service enhancements from downtown Vancouver.
Winter Tofino service
Surfers who want to brave the cool weather and storm watchers can now enjoy Harbour Air's first-ever winter flight to Tofino on Vancouver Island. The wheeled service commences on Oct. 27, 2025.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Vancouver and Victoria to Seattle
The route between Vancouver and Seattle returns in March 2026, ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
The airline is also adding a new Victoria–Seattle service, starting daily on June 11, 2026, for the event.
Campbell River and Ucluelet
Harbour Air is adding a new route connecting downtown Vancouver and Campbell River, starting on July 6, 2026. and one to Ucluelet on June 25, 2026. The former is considered a premier wilderness adventure hot spot, while the latter is a UNESCO Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve.
New direct route to Sechelt
The airline will offer "new enhanced seasonal services" on the Vancouver to Sechelt route, with a new direct service that commences on June 26, 2026.
Harbour Air’s expanded schedule will launch in the winter, with full summer operations beginning in June 2026.
Travel deal: Harbour Air's Back to School Sale
Metro Vancouver travellers can also score deals right now on flights to kick off the start of the school year (even if they don't have kids going back to school).
The airline is offering discounted fares through Labour Day Long Weekend, with tickets starting as low as $49 for one-way flights as part of its Back-to-School Sale.
The sale applies to travel between Sept.19, 2025, and March 31, 2026. Tickets must be booked by Sept. 4 at 6 p.m. to take advantage of the offer
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