Harbour Air launches direct Vancouver–Ucluelet seaplane service

Harbour Air started daily summer seaplane flights from Downtown Vancouver to Ucluelet on June 25, 2026, cutting the trip to about 50 minutes. The new route expands access to Vancouver Island’s west coast as Ucluelet draws more attention as a travel destination.

Why it matters: - The new route gives travelers a faster way to reach Ucluelet from downtown Vancouver, with a trip time of about 50 minutes. - The service adds another direct option for reaching Vancouver Island’s west coast during peak travel season. - Harbour Air is positioning the route as a time-saving option for BC travel and coastal tourism.

What happened: - Harbour Air launched its first flight from Downtown Vancouver to Ucluelet on June 25, 2026. - The seaplane service runs daily during the summer season. - One-way fares start at $209, based on a sample fare with 45-day advance purchase. - The route operates from June 25 to September 30, 2026.

The details: - Harbour Air lands directly in the Ucluelet Inlet, connecting travelers to Ucluelet’s town centre. - The route serves shorelines, forest trails and the coastal setting around Ucluelet. - The Vancouver–Ucluelet service joins Harbour Air’s flights to Tofino, including wheeled winter flights. - Harbour Air says the route extends its network further into Vancouver Island’s west coast. - As of December 2025, Aeroplan members earn points on eligible Harbour Air flights, including cross-border and new routes. - Aeroplan members can earn up to 200 points per flight, depending on fare class. - Full details are available at harbourair.com. - Fares are displayed in Canadian dollars and are all-inclusive of taxes and fees. - Travel must be completed by September 30, 2026, under the fare terms.

Between the lines: - Ucluelet has been getting more attention as a travel destination, including recognition by Expedia as one of the world’s top travel destinations for 2026. - The new route gives Harbour Air another way to compete for West Coast leisure travel by reducing the friction of reaching remote coastal destinations. - The move also reinforces Harbour Air’s broader network strategy around Vancouver and Victoria hubs.

What's next: - The summer schedule continues through September 30, 2026. - Travelers will continue to have direct access to Ucluelet during the peak season as demand builds around the destination. - Harbour Air media inquiries go to media@harbourair.com.

The bottom line: - Harbour Air is making Ucluelet easier to reach by air, with a short direct seaplane trip that opens up Vancouver Island’s west coast for summer travelers.