Canadian airline Air Canada announced the immediate suspension of all its flights to Cuba due to a severe aviation fuel shortage on the island, a problem Cuban authorities have warned will affect airports from February 10 through at least March 11.
As part of its contingency plan, the airline will operate passenger-free flights to Cuba over the coming days to pick up and repatriate approximately 3,000 Canadian tourists currently stranded on the island.
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The decision follows official aviation notices (NOTAMs) stating that Jet A-1 fuel will not be commercially available at Cuban airports, forcing the cancellation of seasonal flights and the suspension of regular routes until further notice. Air Canada has indicated that services could resume around May 1, depending on fuel availability.
Meanwhile, other airlines such as WestJet and Air Transat are evaluating alternative measures, including technical stopovers or flexible travel policies for affected passengers.
What does this suspension mean for tourists?
Travelers may face flight cancellations, route changes, or special return flights, as well as the need to reschedule or request refunds for their tickets.
