Air Canada is gearing up for the summer of 2024 by expanding international flight routes, with a significant focus on trans-Atlantic travel.
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The flagship announcement is the inauguration of a year-round Montreal-Madrid service starting May 2024, positioning itself as the sole year-round carrier for this route. This service bolsters the already operational Toronto-Madrid flights, aiming to accommodate both leisure and business travellers.
The Montreal-Madrid route will utilize the 255-seat Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, a state-of-the-art aircraft, partitioned into three service cabins. It features the luxurious Signature Class with lie-flat seating options, in addition to Premium Economy and Economy Classes. An added perk for travelers is the chance to earn and redeem Aeroplan points, a premier Canadian loyalty program. The airline is also ensuring premium benefits such as priority check-in and boarding, along with Maple Leaf Lounge access for eligible passengers.
Montreal – Madrid Schedule
| Flight | From | Departure | To | Arrival | Frequency |
| AC 834 | Montreal | 20:30 | Madrid | 09:40 (+1) | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| AC 835 | Madrid | 13:15 | Montreal | 15:20 | Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
The flight schedule between Montreal and Madrid is designed for convenience, operating five times a week. The flight from Montreal departs at 20:30 and lands in Madrid at 09:40 the following day. The return journey from Madrid begins at 13:15, arriving in Montreal at 15:20.
Beyond this, Air Canada is extending its wingspan with a total of 51 routes connecting to 30 destinations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and India in the summer of 2024. Key hubs like Toronto and Montreal will rank as the third and fifth largest in North America, based on average daily trans-Atlantic seating capacity. The expansion also includes an enhanced focus on Italy, offering three daily flights to Rome from Toronto and Montreal, and daily services to Milan and Venice.
From Montreal to:
| Destination | Service Improvement in Summer 2024 vs Summer 2023 |
| Athens | Increase to 3 weekly frequencies in April, daily from May to October |
| Amsterdam | Earlier seasonal start on March 30th, 2024, increase to daily service |
| Barcelona | Increase to 4 weekly frequencies in April, 5 in May, 6 from June to October |
| Casablanca | Increase to 6 weekly frequencies from June to September |
| Copenhagen | Earlier seasonal start on May 2nd, 2024 |
| Lisbon | Increase to 4 weekly frequencies in April, 5 from May to October |
| Milan | Increase to daily service from June to September |
| Nice | Increase to 5 weekly frequencies from June to September |
| Rome | Increase to 9 weekly frequencies from May to September |
| Venice | Increase to 3 weekly frequencies from June to October |
From Toronto to:
| Destination | Service Improvement in Summer 2024 vs Summer 2023 |
| Athens | Increase to 4 weekly frequencies in April, daily from May to October |
| Brussels | Earlier seasonal start on May 1st, 2024 |
| Barcelona | Increase to 5 weekly frequencies in April, daily from May to October |
| Copenhagen | Increase to daily service from May to September |
| Edinburgh | Earlier seasonal start on March 1st, 2024 (operates from March to January) |
| Lisbon | Increase to daily service from April to October |
| London | Increase to 4 daily services from April to October |
| Manchester | Increase to 6 weekly frequencies from June to September |
| Rome | Increase to 12 weekly frequencies from May to September |
| Venice | Increase to 4 weekly frequencies from June to October |
Air Canada’s summer 2024 trans-Atlantic services will witness several enhancements over the previous year. From Montreal, there will be increased frequencies and earlier starts to several European destinations like Athens, Amsterdam, Barcelona, and more. From Toronto, passengers will benefit from increased flights to destinations including Athens, Brussels, and Rome, among others.
For those eager to secure their seats, bookings are open on Air Canada’s official platforms, including their website, app, contact centers, and through travel agents.