Harbour Air

About Harbour Air

Founded in the early 1980s and headquartered in Richmond, British Columbia, Harbour Air has grown into North America’s largest seaplane airline. Operating a diverse fleet of floatplanes—including de Havilland Beavers, Otters, and Twin Otters—the airline offers frequent scheduled, charter, and scenic flights across Greater Vancouver, Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, Whistler, Comox, and even Seattle. With more than 150 daily departures, Harbour Air connects downtown terminals and water aerodromes, including the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre, Nanaimo Harbour, and Victoria Inner Harbour. Its seaplanes land directly in the heart of each city, offering a seamless and scenic alternative to land-based travel. Known for efficient operations and a focus on sustainability—including early efforts toward fleet electrification—the airline balances everyday practicality with a uniquely immersive travel experience.