WestJet is launching new seasonal service between Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) for summer 2025.

Beginning June 28 and ending on September 28, the seasonal route will operate four times per week as part of WestJet’s summer 2025 schedule.

“This route is poised to become a favorite among those eager to explore Spain and beyond,” said John Weatherill, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, WestJet. “Service between Halifax and Barcelona complements our expansive and most significant transatlantic schedule from Atlantic Canada. As demand for travel to Europe remains strong, this addition furthers WestJet’s presence in the market, offering more choice and flexibility for Canadians living on the East Coast.”

“We are thrilled that WestJet will be launching the first-ever non-stop service connecting Halifax Stanfield to Spain. This new summer seasonal route to Barcelona, a city renowned for its culture and architecture, not only opens a gateway to one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations but also welcomes visitors from Spain and beyond to explore the heritage and natural beauty of Atlantic Canada. We thank WestJet for their commitment to expanding international travel; with six WestJet flights now linking Halifax with Europe, our horizons continue to broaden. We look forward to a summer of new connections for our community,” said Marie Manning, vice president, Business Development and chief commercial officer, Halifax International Airport Authority.

“Now more than ever, it is critically important to open new routes between Nova Scotia and international destinations to grow our economy and expand to new markets,” said Colton LeBlanc, Minister of Growth and Development, Province of Nova Scotia. “The Westjet route between Halifax and Barcelona will make it even easier to build business ties, strengthen economic relationships and grow our tourism industry. We look forward to soon welcoming new visitors to our beautiful province.”

The addition of Barcelona to WestJet’s summer 2025 transatlantic schedule builds on the airline’s service offering from Halifax. In 2025, the airline will offer more transatlantic flights from YHZ than ever before, including new routes to Amsterdam, Paris and now Barcelona, as well as the return of popular services to London, Dublin and Edinburgh. The full summer 2025 schedule is now available at WestJet.com.