MONTREAL, CANADA — Air Canada today announced the strategic expansion of its international network for summer 2023, with the addition of new European services to Brussels, Toulouse, and Copenhagen. It is also resuming key Asia services to Tokyo-Haneda and Osaka, and is restoring frequencies to leading destinations in the Atlantic, Pacific, and South America regions.
"Toronto-Brussels will complement our current services from Montreal, while further expanding Air Canada's reach to Europe and beyond through our Star Alliance partner Brussels Airlines, which offers easy connections throughout Europe and Africa. Meanwhile, our Montreal-Toulouse route not only links two global aerospace centres, it is the only year-round service between North America and southwestern France. We are also increasing our presence in Scandinavia with the addition of summer service from Montreal to Copenhagen, a Star Alliance hub that offers connections throughout Northern Europe, while enabling customers on both sides of the Atlantic to visit and explore each other's countries conveniently.
"Our additional flights to major destinations in Europe, the Middle East, South America, the South Pacific and Asia, including London Heathrow, Frankfurt and Tokyo/Haneda, will support local tourism and hospitality sectors as customers in all six continents reconnect, visit and explore. Customers can start planning ahead and book with confidence. We look forward to welcoming you onboard,"said Mr. Galardo.
In preparation for next year's operations, Air Canada continues to work with governments and other partners on the ongoing recovery of the air transport industry from the effects of the pandemic.
International Services
Air Canada's international services onboard widebody aircraft offer a choice of three cabins: Air Canada Signature Class featuring lie-flat individual pods, Premium Economy featuring larger seats with additional leg room and premium services, and Economy featuring complimentary Chef-inspired and designed meals, wines and beverages. All cabins have inflight entertainment screens at every seat with hours of complimentary onboard entertainment and the opportunity to purchase wi-fi connectivity.
Air Canada has 23 Maple Leaf Lounges located in North America and worldwide for eligible customers. In addition, Air Canada's Signature Suites at Toronto Pearson's Terminal 1 and on the second floor of the International Maple Leaf Lounge in YVR set a new standard for premium travel. Available to select Signature Service customers prior to travelling to international destinations, customers enjoy a five-star dining experience in a discerning and private enclave that offers the finest Canada has to offer in food, design and comfort.
Air Canada's onboard services on international flights showcase some of the best cuisine Canadian culinary talent has to offer with Air Canada's panel of celebrity chefs, including award- winning, Vancouver-based chefs David Hawksworth and Vikram Vij, and renowned Montreal chefs Antonio Park and Jérôme Ferrer. Complementing the culinary journey is a selection of top wines chosen by leading Canadian sommelier, Véronique Rivest.
All customers have the opportunity to collect and redeem points with Aeroplan, Canada's leading loyalty program, when travelling with Air Canada, and eligible customers have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf Lounges, priority boarding and other benefits.
Toronto-Brussels
Flight | From | Departs | To | Arrives | Aircraft | Begins | Operates | Season |
AC834 | Toronto | 18:20 | Brussels | 07:45+1 | B787 Dreamliner | Jun. 1 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Year-round |
AC835 | Brussels | 10:15 | Toronto | 12:25 | B787 Dreamliner | Jun. 2 | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Year-round |
Montreal-Toulouse
Flight | From | Departs | To | Arrives | Aircraft | Begins | Operates | Season |
AC878 | Montreal | 19:30 | Toulouse | 08:45+1 | A330-300 | Jun. 1 | Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Year-round |
AC879 | Toulouse | 13:15 | Montreal | 15:20 | A330-300 | Jun. 2 | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Year-round |
Montreal-Copenhagen
Flight | From | Departs | To | Arrives | Aircraft | Begins | Operates | Season |
AC826 | Montreal | 17:55 | Copenhagen | 06:45+1 | B787 Dreamliner | Jun. 1 | Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Summer |
AC827 | Copenhagen | 13:15 | Montreal | 15:00 | B787 Dreamliner | Jun. 2 | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Summer |
Toronto-Tokyo Haneda
Flight | From | Departs | To | Arrives | Aircraft | Begins | Operates | Season |
AC1 | Toronto | 13:40 | Tokyo Haneda | 15:40+1 | B787 Dreamliner | May 1 | daily | Year-round |
AC2 | Tokyo Haneda | 17:30 | Toronto | 16:35 | B787 Dreamliner | May 2 | daily | Year-round |
Vancouver-Osaka
Flight | From | Departs | To | Arrives | Aircraft | Begins | Operates | Season |
AC23 | Vancouver | 13:10 | Osaka | 16:05+1 | B787 Dreamliner | Jun. 2 | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Summer |
AC24 | Osaka | 17:40 | Vancouver | 11:05 | B787 Dreamliner | Jun. 3 | Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Summer |
Highlights of Air Canada's increased international route frequencies for the peak summer 2023 season compared to summer 2022 include:
Europe
Toronto-London Heathrow | Increases from three to four daily |
Toronto-Edinburgh | Increases from six weekly to daily |
Toronto-Copenhagen | Increases from three to five weekly |
Toronto-Barcelona | Increases from five weekly to daily |
Toronto-Madrid | Increases to six weekly |
Montreal-Frankfurt | Increases from two daily to 19 weekly (in partnership with Lufthansa) |
Montreal-Geneva | Increases from six weekly to daily |
Montreal-Nice | Increases from three to four weekly |
Middle East and Africa
Toronto-Dubai | Increases from three weekly to daily |
Montreal-Tel Aviv | Increases from three weekly to four weekly |
Montreal-Algiers | Increases from three weekly to four weekly |
South America
Montreal-Sao Paulo | Increases from three to five weekly |
South Pacific
Vancouver-Brisbane | Increase from four weekly to daily |
Asia
Vancouver-Hong Kong | Increases from three weekly to daily |
Vancouver-Seoul | Increases from five weekly to daily |
Toronto-Tokyo Narita | Increases from five weekly to daily (launched summer 2022) |
Montreal-Tokyo Narita | Increases from two weekly to daily |
