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Air Serbia announced today that it will launch nonstop flights between Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) beginning May 23rd. This marks a major expansion of the airline’s long-haul network and strengthens its transatlantic presence with a route that was last operated by defunct Yugoslavian airline, JAT Airways back in 1992.
The new route will operate 2x weekly on Wednesdays and Saturday using Airbus A330-200 aircraft. These offer 21 Business Class and 236 Economy Class seats. The new route is Air Serbia’s third destination in North America and follows successful offerings to New York John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). With the addition of Toronto, the airline will cater to growing demand for travel between Serbia, the Balkans, and Canada, which is home to a large Serbian diaspora and a rising number of leisure and business travelers. Passengers arriving from Toronto will also benefit from seamless onward connections through Belgrade to major destinations across Europe and the Mediterranean.
The new service is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing tourism, business exchange, and cultural ties between Serbia and Canada. By connecting Belgrade directly with Toronto, Air Serbia opens new opportunities for two-way travel. Tickets for the new Toronto route will go on sale October 16th. The route’s launch adds further weight to the airline’s ambitious global expansion strategy and offers travelers convenient and competitive options for transatlantic journeys.
Jiří Marek, CEO of Air Serbia, said:
After establishing direct flights to New York and Chicago, Toronto is Air Serbia’s third destination in North America. JAT operated its last flight to Toronto in May 1992. Now, after more than 30 years, we are proud to announce the reintroduction of a direct service between Belgrade and Toronto. This strategic step marks the beginning of a new chapter in the history of our company and represents a continuation of Serbia’s economic, commercial, and cultural development. Toronto is known as one of the world’s most important destinations with a large Serbian diaspora, so the significance of this direct service goes beyond economic and commercial considerations. For years, the Serbian diaspora has been advocating for the establishment of a direct air link between Belgrade and Toronto, and I am extremely pleased that we have been able to align our strategic plans with the needs of the market. This route not only connects two countries but also two cultures and two communities, facilitating contacts and improving opportunities for faster and easier communication. I am particularly pleased that it will make it easier for many passengers from Serbia and the region to reach their families and friends. Establishing a strong presence in the North American market is accomplishing our vision for Belgrade to become a transit hub, linking Europe and North America. We will strive to continue developing our network of destinations and intercontinental presence in the future, so that we remain at the forefront of companies in the region in terms of air transport, making Serbia a desirable and more accessible destination for further investment and business opportunities.”
Anthony’s Take: I’ve flown Air Serbia on intra-Europe flights, but never long-haul. We had the Business Class cabin to ourselves on one flight. It’s great to see the airline growing and expanding in North America.
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