Air Transat Cancels Planned Service to Accra
In a recent development, Air Transat has officially scrapped its plans to introduce a new flight service connecting Toronto to Accra, the bustling capital of Ghana. This decision marks a significant reversal for the airline, which had initially aimed to expand its reach within Africa by adding this route to its schedule. The planned service was set to operate twice a week between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Kotoka International Airport (ACC), commencing on June 14. The flights were expected to utilize Airbus A330-200 aircraft, featuring departures on Wednesdays and Sundays through to October.
The flight was poised to become Air Transat's longest route, with a scheduled block time of approximately 11 hours and 35 minutes, which would have eclipsed the existing record held by the Toronto to Istanbul route that commenced in December 2025, clocking in at 11 hours and 20 minutes.
This expansion, first announced in November, was part of a broader strategy to enhance Air Transat's African network, which also included new services to Dakar, Senegal, and Agadir, Morocco, alongside an established year-round service to Marrakech. However, despite the removal of the Accra route, the airline confirmed that the services to Dakar and Agadir remain intact, with flights from Montreal to Dakar set to begin on June 17 and a weekly service to Agadir commencing on June 12.
As of now, Air Transat has not provided any specific reasons behind the cancellation of the Accra service, leaving many to speculate about the potential for reinstating the route in the future. The unexpected decision has raised questions among travel enthusiasts and those looking to explore Ghana, a destination known for its vibrant culture and rich history.
As reported by openjaw.com.
