In August 2023, we saw the launch of BermudAir, a new airline offering service to and from Bermuda.
The airline initially offered flights from Bermuda (BDA) to three destinations — Boston (BOS), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), and Westchester (HPN). Then in early 2024, the airline expanded to two more destinations — Baltimore (BWI) and Orlando (MCO). Months later, the airline started flying to Canada, by adding flights to Halifax (YHZ) and Toronto (YYZ).
Now the airline has announced yet another expansion, with three more routes to the United States. I find this all to be quite fascinating, especially as the airline is continuing to add destinations without actually expanding its fleet.
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BermudAir adds three new routes to United States
BermudAir is expanding its service next spring, with the airline planning on adding flights to three new airports in the United States. Specifically, the airline will add flights to Charleston (CHS), Hartford (BDL), and Raleigh-Durham (RDU).
As of April 3, 2025, the airline will add 2x weekly flights from Bermuda to Hartford Bradley, operating with the following schedule on Thursdays and Sundays:
2T431 Bermuda to Hartford departing 4:00PM arriving 5:05PM
2T432 Hartford to Bermuda departing 6:20PM arriving 9:20PM
The 794-mile flight is blocked at 2hr5min westbound and 2hr eastbound.
Then as of April 11, 2025, the airline will add 2x weekly flights from Bermuda to Raleigh-Durham, operating with the following schedule on Mondays and Fridays:
2T951 Bermuda to Raleigh departing 8:30AM arriving 9:35AM
2T952 Raleigh to Bermuda departing 10:35AM arriving 1:40PM
The 843-mile flight is blocked at 2hr5min westbound and 2hr5min eastbound.
Then as of April 19, 2025, the airline will add 1x weekly flights from Bermuda to Charleston, operating with the following schedule on Saturdays:
2T622 Bermuda to Charleston departing 3:15PM arriving 4:45PM
2T623 Charleston to Bermuda departing 5:45PM arriving 8:55PM
The 896-mile flight is blocked at 2hr30min westbound and 2hr10min eastbound.
All three routes will be operated by the carrier’s Embraer E175, as the airline has two of these in its fleet. Tickets for these flights are already on sale.
Below is BermudAir’s entire published schedule as of now.
I’m not sure what to make of BermudAir
BermudAir deserves credit for having now operated for roughly 15 months, and having done so quite reliably. The airline is taking a pretty conservative approach, in the sense that it flies only two Embraer E175s, which were acquired after Flybe went out of business.
To my knowledge, the airline doesn’t have any concrete plans to grow its fleet. So it’s pretty remarkable how the airline keeps adding new destinations, all while continuing to utilize just two aircraft. By next spring, the airline will offer service to up to 10 destination from Bermuda. It’s also interesting how the airline has stuck with all of its markets so far, as it hasn’t canceled any routes.
What’s also puzzling about BermudAir is how quickly the carrier’s business model shifted. The initial plan was to be an all-business class carrier, with an innovative 1-1 seat design throughout the cabin.
However, since then, the airline has decided to ditch the all-business class concept, and is instead also offering economy. Not only that, but there is no firm timeline for when the airline will actually offer the business class product it has been promising all along, which is being blamed on delays with suppliers.
So the jet continues to have an 88-seat cabin in a 2-2 configuration, and business class passengers simply get an economy seat with an empty seat next to them, plus better service.
I’m really not sure what to make of this airline. Like I said, I was skeptical at first, and I’m surprised to see the airline continuing to operate fairly reliably 15 months later. But, like, is the airline making money, or what’s really going on here?
Bottom line
BermudAir is expanding as of early 2025. The airline already serves five routes to the United States and two routes to Canada, and will soon be adding three more routes to the United States, with flights to Charleston, Hartford, and Raleigh.
BermudAir’s business model has evolved quite a bit in the time since launch, and I’m curious to see what the future holds for the airline.
What do you make of BermudAir’s expansion, and the carrier’s overall prospects?
The guy behind Bermudair is also the guy who had planned LCY based Odyssey Airlines with the A220s flying transatlantic business class.
BermudAir announced that its expects two additional E175 jets in Q1 2025 and that it could see profitability by next summer:
https://www.royalgazette.com/transport/news/article/20241113/profitability-on-bermudairs-radar/
https://www.ch-aviation.com/news/146635-bermudair-raises-3mn-targets-growth-with-more-e1s
Finally the poor sun-starved citizens of Bermuda can visit vacation cities like Hartford
Hah! Although there may be some business demand on that route, given that Bermuda and Hartford are both insurance industry hubs, particularly for shipping?
To be honest, the E175 is a great experience for both economy and business, even without much investment, especially on these shorter 2 hour flights.
Getting the 1 on the 1-2 config of Embraers is amazing. I really don't think they need an amazing seat to be successful since a 2 hour flight just needs a nicer recliner w/ privacy.
Yes - the original all-business class planned configuration seemed a bit ridiculous for a 2-hour flight. The present configuration and product offering looks far more sensible.
It's been reported they plan on receiving their 3rd aircraft the end of this year but would be used as a spare and would potentially receive a 4th one early next year which would allow them to grow
I love Bermuda. I flew Bermuda Air in May 2024 from Boston, my second time visiting the country. The Service provided by Bermuda Air was unmatched. It felt like the vacation started as soon as I boarded the plane.
So when will you have a trip report on them Lucky?
I see they fly to Fort Lauderdale.
As you imply, the sketchiest part of this is just having two aircraft.
That said I would consider the HPN flight. Never been to Bermuda…
It's hard to keep a reliable fleet going when your planes keep getting Bermuda Triangled
How do you think they'll accomplish C checks (1 - 2 weeks out of service) with only two aircraft? Will they proactively reduce the schedule? Can you rent an E-175 for such a short time period? Of course, there's also the issue of unanticipated repairs. There must be an expansion plan for the near future that they've yet to share.
To its advantage, the Bermuda airport offers US Customs pre-clearance. Also the airline appears to be avoiding toe to toe completion as much as possible with US & Canadian carriers. The size and range of the E175 is ideal for North American service versus a A320 or B737 which may be too large for needs. Also, the level of service makes a big difference no matter how fancy the seat(s).
Maybe they found a business plan that works.
Good Luck!!