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Air Canada Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Air Canada (AC) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: ACStar AllianceFounded 1937HQ: Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada
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About Air Canada

Explore the latest Air Canada (AC) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Founded on April 10, 1937, Air Canada is Canada's flagship carrier and largest airline by the number of passengers and fleet size. Air Canada is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Montreal, Quebec. The company's main hubs are Calgary, Montréal-Trudeau, Toronto-Pearson, Vancouver. The company performs scheduled and charter transportation of passengers and cargo to 207 destinations worldwide. Air Canada's fleet size is 316. In addition, the company has a frequent-flyer program - Aeroplan.

Airline codeAC
Main hubYYZ
AllianceStar Alliance
Destinations208
Countries64
Fleet223
Updated: October 2026

Popular Air Canada routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
YYZ to YULToronto to Montréal1h 22m94NONSTOP
YYZ to YOWToronto to Ottawa1h 5m69NONSTOP
YYZ to YVRToronto to Vancouver5h 7m66NONSTOP
YTZ to YULToronto to Montréal1h 15m63NONSTOP
YYZ to LGAToronto to New York1h 38m52NONSTOP

Air Canada hubs and focus cities

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208 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Toronto

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
YUL to YYZMontréal to Toronto1h 28m110NONSTOP
YYZ to YULToronto to Montréal1h 22m94NONSTOP
YOW to YYZOttawa to Toronto1h 10m76NONSTOP
YYZ to YOWToronto to Ottawa1h 5m69NONSTOP
YYZ to YVRToronto to Vancouver5h 7m66NONSTOP
YVR to YYZVancouver to Toronto4h 35m60NONSTOP
LGA to YYZNew York to Toronto1h 43m52NONSTOP
YYZ to LGAToronto to New York1h 38m52NONSTOP
YYZ to YHZToronto to Halifax2h 9m49NONSTOP
YHZ to YYZHalifax to Toronto2h 30m48NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A220-30076 cm48 cm8 cm
BusinessAirbus A220-30094 cm53 cm15 cm

Air Canada baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

The standard carry-on allowance is one standard bag measuring up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and one personal item measuring up to 43 x 33 x 16 cm, including wheels and handles. No numerical carry-on weight limit applies, but you must be able to place the bag in the overhead bin without assistance. Economy Basic tickets purchased on or after January 3, 2025 generally include only one personal item for travel within Canada and to or from the United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, subject to applicable exemptions. Basic itineraries connecting onward to an international destination include a standard carry-on and a personal item. The standard checked-bag limits are 23 kg and 158 cm in combined dimensions. Included checked bags, additional allowances and fees depend on the itinerary, fare, ticket issue date and eligibility. Check your booking or the official baggage calculator for the exact allowance.

Air Canada baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

A small dog or a cat can be taken in the Air Canada cabin. A place for a pet must be booked in advance, as the number of seats is limited. An unaccompanied minor cannot take a pet. Only one cat or small dog per passenger is allowed in the cabin. The pet must be at least 12 weeks old. A pet will count as one standard carry-on bag allowed on board. Maximum size of the container: hard - 23 cm height, 40 cm width, 55 cm length; soft - 27 cm height, 40 cm width, 55 cm length. Must arrive a full 30 minutes before the start of the recommended check-in time for your flight.

Flying with pets on Air Canada

Infants

Infants are considered to be children under the age of 2 years. Children may fly without a seat on the Air Canada plane. For safety reasons, Air Canada recommends the use of a child restraint on board the aircraft rather than holding a child on your lap. For children over 2 years of age, you must buy a seat on the plane. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a passenger age 16 or older. The accompanying adult must occupy a seat in the same cabin and sit next to the young child.

Air Canada Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in takes place 24 hours before Air Canada departure at online check-in and 12 hours before departure at one of the self check-in kiosks. Arrive at the airport 120 minutes in advance, check-in and baggage drop-off deadline 45 minutes, boarding deadline 30 minutes, boarding gate closes 15 minutes

Air Canada Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

The Unaccompanied Minor Air Canada service is mandatory for unaccompanied children between the ages of 8 and 11. Only adult passengers (16 years of age or older) may serve as accompanying adults for minors (under 12 years of age). An optional service is required for teenagers ages 12 to 17 traveling alone.

Unaccompanied minors in Air Canada

On-time performance

71.24%On-time arrivals
22.44 minAverage delay
96.54%Completion rate
3.46%Cancellation rate

Air Canada FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Air Canada.

What size limits apply to Air Canada cabin bags and personal items?

The limits are 23 × 40 × 55 cm and 33 × 43 × 16 cm respectively, including wheels and handles. Permitted items depend on the fare and itinerary.

Does Air Canada impose a cabin-bag weight limit?

No, but you must be able to put the bag in the overhead bin without assistance.

Which Air Canada Basic tickets include only a personal item?

Basic tickets purchased from 3 January 2025 for travel within Canada or to or from the US, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean include one personal item. Onward international connections have separate rules.

What cabin allowance applies to Air Canada Basic with an onward international connection?

That connecting itinerary permits one standard cabin bag and one personal item.

Can I bring an extra bag for a lap infant on Air Canada?

Yes. One extra standard article for the infant’s belongings is allowed.

When must I request an Air Canada special meal?

Request it at least 24 hours before the first flight in the itinerary. Later requests are not guaranteed.

How can I request or change an Air Canada special meal after booking?

Contact Reservations or use Manage My Bookings to request or change it.

Where are Air Canada special meals available?

They are available in Premium Economy and Business within North America and in all cabins on international flights with meal service. Bistro services are excluded.

Can I request a special meal online for an Air Canada partner-operated flight?

No. Contact Air Canada Reservations, which advises the partner airline.

Does Air Canada guarantee allergen-free special meals?

No. It cannot guarantee meals free of nuts, seafood or other foods.