Air Canada is joining WestJet and Air Transat in resuming flights to Mexico on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, after a period of widespread violence led to cancellations. The move follows announcements from WestJet and Air Transat on Monday, signaling a return to normal operations for several popular Mexican destinations.
WestJet announced it would resume scheduled operations to and from Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, and Manzanillo after a thorough review of current conditions. Air Transat is also resuming flights to and from Puerto Vallarta. Air Canada is resuming full operations from Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver to Puerto Vallarta on Tuesday, and operations from Toronto to Guadalajara on Wednesday.
The cancellations were prompted by violence that erupted after the death of a notorious cartel leader during a government operation. Tourists and locals in several regions of Mexico were advised to shelter in place as a result. According to Air Transat, local authorities reported no incidents related to road blockages in Jalisco state since midnight on February 23, with security measures being reinforced.
The Canadian government recorded over 26,000 Canadians in Mexico as of Monday, with some tourists in Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Nayarit reporting scarce food and flights unavailable until March. Airlines are advising passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport, allow extra travel time, and anticipate busy airport conditions. WestJet's flexible change policy remains in effect for guests traveling to Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, and Manzanillo until February 27.
