Toronto just added a new way to escape the city—and it might be the most romantic shortcut yet. A new air taxi service is now offering ultra-short flights from Toronto to Niagara wine country, turning what’s usually a traffic-heavy drive into a smooth 15-minute flight just in time for Valentine’s Day.
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Fly in style
The service comes from NectAir, a newly launched private aviation company focused on short-haul flights across Ontario, Quebec, and the northern United States. The idea is simple: remove the friction from regional travel. No long airport lines, no early arrivals, and no highway gridlock. Passengers arrive roughly ten minutes before departure, walk directly onto their aircraft, and take off.
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Think of it as ridesharing—but in the air.
Why this matters for travellers
Anyone who has driven the QEW on a long weekend knows the pain. A trip from Toronto to Niagara can easily stretch past two hours, especially during peak travel periods. NectAir’s model reframes that journey entirely, shrinking it down to minutes and turning the commute into part of the experience.
Instead of sitting bumper-to-bumper, passengers are in a private aircraft with panoramic views, minimal noise, and champagne in hand. It’s not about replacing commercial aviation—it’s about redefining short-distance luxury travel.
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A Valentine’s Day launch with altitude
To mark its launch, NectAir is rolling out limited-time Valentine’s getaway packages running from February 13 to 16. These curated experiences bundle the entire trip into a single price, removing the usual planning friction that comes with romantic escapes.
Each package includes a private return flight, champagne onboard, wine tastings at Niagara vineyards, vineyard dining experiences, spa treatments, and ground transportation once you land. It’s a door-to-door concept that prioritizes time, comfort, and convenience.
Pricing starts at $3,600 CAD for a same-day trip for two, while a longer weekend retreat comes in at up to $7,800 CAD. While firmly positioned as a premium experience, the pricing reflects the all-in nature of the offering—private aviation, accommodations, dining, and experiences rolled into one.
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More than a Valentine’s novelty
While the Valentine’s packages are attention-grabbing, they also signal something bigger. Short-haul air taxis are quietly reshaping how people think about regional travel. Routes that once felt too close to fly—but too far to enjoy driving—suddenly make sense.
For business travellers, weekend explorers, and couples who value time as much as comfort, services like NectAir point to a future where regional travel is faster, quieter, and far more intentional.
