Air Canada asserts its market leadership by expanding its North American network this summer as the recovery gathers pace

• Launch of seven new routes from three Canadian hubs
• Restoration of 41 North American routes, return to 11 North American cities
• Air Canada offers the most seats and frequencies of any Canadian carrier with 90% of its pre-pandemic North American capacity this summer
• Air from Canada unique leadership and vast network will drive travel and tourism industry recovery

MONTREAL, February 22, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada today announced an expansion of its North American network for summer 2022 as the carrier’s COVID recovery gathers pace. With the launch of new service on four transborder routes and three domestic routes, as well as the restoration of 41 North American routes, Air Canada will serve 51 Canadian airports and 46 U.S. airports this summer and offer its customers the largest network and most travel options of all Canadian Carriers.

New services will be launched in the United States from Montreal for Atlanta and Detroit, Toronto for Salt Lake Cityand Vancouver for Austin. In Canadathree new routes will start between Montreal and Gander, Calgary and Fort St. Jeanand Vancouver and Halifax. In addition, service will be restored on 41 North American routes, including: 13 routes from Torontonine of Montrealfive of Ottawafive of Vancouverfour of Calgarythree of Halifax, and two from Edmonton. Routes are scheduled to connect with Air Canada’s domestic, U.S. and international network at the airline’s global hubs at Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal.

“Canadians are ready to travel, and we are thrilled to offer very significant growth in our schedule this summer. With our recovery gathering pace and North American flights reaching 90% of pre-pandemic levels this summer, we are offering more options across the continent, including seven new city pairs from our Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver hubs, and the resumption of 41 new suspended or previously announced routes. These changes will also strengthen and cement our position as the leading carrier of choice in the cross-border market, with the most non-stop flights between Canada and the United States and as the most serviceable foreign carrier in the United States. Additionally, our revitalized North American network, designed to easily connect to our global network, offers customers by far the widest choice of routes and destinations of any Canadian carrier this summer,” said Mark Galardo, Senior Vice President, Network Planning and Revenue Management at Air Canada.

“To match our unparalleled network, we are also enhancing our award-winning services at the airport and on board. Our 23 Maple Leaf Lounges are now open, with new features such as ordering from your seat for added safety and convenience, and we’ve introduced a range of contactless airport services that make the check-in process easier and boarding. Customers can also take advantage of our transformed Aeroplan program, which offers members greater value and flexibility when redeeming reward travel. And, of course, all customers will benefit from Air The best customer service in the industry in Canada, recognized at the most recent Skytrax World Airline Awards, where our employees won the Airline’s Best Employee Award in Canada and in North America.”

Award-winning service

Select itineraries will include wide-body aircraft with Air Canada’s Signature Class, with sleeper seats and Premium Economy Class. Seats in all cabins are available for purchase now at aircanada.com, through the Air Canada app, Air Canada contact centers and travel agents.

Air from Canada in-flight services on flights over two hours offer new bistro selections in economy class, including products from Canadian brands and partners, such as meals inspired by the famous Montreal chef Jerome Ferrer.

All customers can earn and redeem points through Aeroplan, from Canada premium loyalty program, when traveling with Air Canada, and eligible customers have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf lounges, priority boarding and other benefits.

New cross-border and domestic routes

New return and previously announced routes

Air Canada may continue to adjust its schedule as new opportunities arise or based on the trajectory of COVID-19 and further easing of government travel restrictions.

Travel policy: book with confidence

Air Canada’s new refund policy applies to all tickets purchased. It offers customers the option of a full refund to the original method of payment, an Air Canada travel voucher or the equivalent value in Aeroplan points with a 65% bonus if the airline cancels or postpones a flight for more than three hours.

To book your next trip and for the most up-to-date schedule, visit aircanada.com.

Are you traveling internationally? Visit our Travel-ready hub for the latest government entry requirements. Customers are responsible for ensuring they meet all government entry requirements, including possession of required travel documents, visas, health certificates and all other eligibility requirements for all the flights they buy. Government requirements may change without notice.

About Air Canada

Air Canada East from Canada the largest national and international airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of star alliance, the most comprehensive air transport network in the world. Air Canada is the only international network operator in North America to receive a four-star rating from independent UK research firm Skytrax, which in 2021 also named Air Canada as having the best airline staff in North AmericaBest Airline Staff in CanadaBest business class lounge in North America, as well as an award of excellence for its handling of COVID-19. Also in 2021, Air Canada was named the World’s Best Traveler Airline in North America for the third consecutive year. In January 2021Air Canada has received APEX Diamond Certification for the Air Canada CleanCare+ Biosecurity Program for the management of COVID-19, the only airline in Canada to achieve the highest APEX rating. Air Canada also committed to achieving net zero emissions from all global operations by 2050. For more information, please visit: aircanada.com/mediafollow Air Canada on Twitter and LinkedInand join Air Canada on Facebook.

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