WestJet has added Bonaire to its roster of Caribbean destinations.
The airline will offer non-stop seasonal flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the Dutch Caribbean island starting on 12DEC, 2023.
As of now, WestJet will be the only airline offering scheduled non-stop flights to Bonaire.
"WestJet is excited to bring the beauty and allure of Bonaire to Canadian travellers looking to trade in their winter routines for world-renowned adventure and pristine white beaches," said WestJet Vice-President, Network Planning, Alliances and Commercial Development, Chris Avery. "As we look towards the colder months ahead and our exciting growth plan, we are more committed than ever to expanding our network, offering unforgettable experiences and connecting our guests to remarkable destinations like Bonaire."
Flights will be available once per week as follows:
| Route | Frequency | Day of Week | Departure | Arrival | Start Date |
| Toronto-Bonaire | 1x weekly | Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:15 | 12DEC, 2023 |
| Bonaire-Toronto | 1x weekly | Wednesday | 9:00 | 13:42 | 13DEC, 2023 |
As part of the Dutch Caribbean, Bonaire is in the Leeward Antilles in the Caribbean Sea and is accessible through The Flamingo International Airport (BON).
Miles Mercera, CEO at Tourism Corporation Bonaire, said, "We are very happy to welcome our friends in the North to our beautiful island this winter via this first of its kind route. Canada continues to be a vital connection for Bonaire, with Canada ranking among our top 10 performing markets. This historic new connectivity helps answer the demand of tourism interest in the island, which we expect to only increase during the colder months."
