Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Air Canada , Canada’s largest airline, has announced a significant expansion of its flight network to India, increasing seat capacity by 40% starting in late October for the winter 2024-25 season. The airline plans to operate 25 weekly flights with 7,400 seats each week from Canada to India. This includes up to 11 weekly flights from Toronto to Delhi and Mumbai, daily flights from Montreal to Delhi, and daily flights from Western Canada to Delhi via London Heathrow.
This strategic expansion includes the introduction of the only non-stop flight from Canada to Mumbai, improved service from Western Canada to Delhi, and daily flights from Montreal to Delhi. These enhancements are designed to cater to the increasing demand and strengthen ties between the two countries. Air Canada’s new services will be operated using Boeing 777-200LR aircraft, ensuring comfort and efficiency for travelers.
Impact on Tourists and Travellers The expansion by Air Canada is expected to have a positive impact on tourists and travelers. The increased seat capacity and new routes will provide more options for those planning to travel between Canada and India. This is particularly significant for the large Indian diaspora in Canada, which numbers about 1.
8 million people, along with another one million Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) living in the country. These new routes will facilitate easier travel for family visits, business trips, and tourism, making it more convenient and pote.