Canadian Airlines Suspend Cuba Flights as Fuel Shortages Deepen
Canadian carriers WestJet and Air Transat have followed Air Canada in suspending flights to Cuba amid a growing aviation fuel crisis on the island. Cuban airports have warned that they may soon be unable to refuel international aircraft, prompting airlines to halt service to protect passengers from potential travel disruptions. Air Canada was the first to act, cancelling flights and sending empty aircraft to bring home thousands of Canadian travellers currently vacationing in Cuba. WestJet and its vacation brands soon announced a controlled wind‑down of their winter operations, citing rapidly changing conditions and the need to ensure safe, reliable travel for guests and crew. Air Transat has also paused its Cuba routes until late April, aligning with the broader industry response. The fuel shortage affects major airports including Havana, Varadero, Holguín, and Santiago de Cuba, raising concerns about the stability of air operations in the coming weeks. Travellers with upcoming Cu...
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