Porter Airlines has inaugurated service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The route marks Porter’s first Western Canada destination from Ottawa.
Initially, Porter will offer one daily roundtrip flight on the route, using its 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. It offers a variety of connections to Eastern Canada via Ottawa.
Kevin Jackson, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, said: “The Ottawa-Vancouver route is an important part of our expansion as we build a coast-to-coast network that offers travellers our...
Arajet has announced its second route out of Canada as it gears up to offer direct flights between Montreal and Santo Domingo.
Operations on the new route will begin Nov. 7, 2023, with Arajet operating 4 days a week with a introductory fare of US$155 (one way, tax included), and will soon also include connections to other destinations in North, Central, South America and the Caribbean.
Víctor Pacheco Méndez, CEO and founder of Arajet, said: “Arajet remains committed to the growth and expansion of our hub, especially now with Canada which is the second country of origin of...
Through the United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund, aviation and industry leaders are coming together to support the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
The fund, launched earlier this year, welcomed eight new partners this week -- American Express Global Business Travel, Aramco Ventures, Aviation Capital Group, Bank of America, Boston Consulting Group, Groupe ADP, Hawaiian Airlines, and JetBlue Ventures.
They join the fund’s inaugural partners Air Canada, Boeing, GE Aerospace, JPMorgan Chase, and Honeywell to support start-ups working on SAF research, production,...
Air Canada and Emirates have marked a milestone in their strategic partnership, with the move of Air Canada's operations to Dubai International's (DXB) flagship Terminal 3 (July 26).
The co-location of operations in one terminal will significantly improve the connecting experience for customers and underscores the benefits of the partnership between the two airlines launched in November 2022.
Customers transiting in Dubai between the Americas on Air Canada and the Middle East, Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia and Africa on Emirates will enjoy a seamless and expedited...
Porter Airlines will be expanding its network in Western Canada this fall with the addition of a non-stop route between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
Launching on Oct. 4, it will feature one daily roundtrip flight operated on the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. Introductory roundtrip fares start at $184.
The Edmonton-Ottawa route offers a variety of connections to Eastern Canada via Ottawa. Porter also operates multiple non-stop daily flights between Edmonton and Toronto-Pearson.
Kevin Jackson, executive vice president and chief...
WestJet has rolled out its winter schedule, providing a wide variety of options for Canadians planning winter escapes, while extending key domestic and international routes from summer to year-round service.
John Weatherill, WestJet Group, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, said that: “This year's winter schedule is about providing Canadians with what they want: affordable sun destination getaways from across Canada; enhanced domestic connectivity from coast-to-coast; and the assurance that some of our most popular routes, previously operated exclusively in the...
Air New Zealand is making it easier for Canadian travellers to check Australia off their bucket lists, with its newly announced a sale on flights to the continent, that’s in effect from now to Aug. 6, 2023.
Canadian travellers can take off to 9 Australian destinations at a reduced price from Vancouver, including Vancouver to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, with fares starting at $1,895.
The complete list of featured destinations includes: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Hobart, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, Adelaide
For the Canada sale landing page, click...
Air Canada has unveiled its first Maple Leaf Lounge at the San Francisco International Airport and Air Canada's first-ever outdoor lounge space.
Eligible customers can now enjoy premium food and drink offerings from Canada and California; and views of the runways and aircrafts from the terrace.
As part of Air Canada’s major investments to strengthen its customer experience, the new 165-seat lounge, which is the airline’s 28th lounge worldwide, elevates the airport experience for travel to Canada or for customers simply passing through on their way to Europe, Asia, and Australia...
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IATA has taken aim at the performance of the United States and Canadian air traffic control (ATC) organizations.
In a statement, its Director General, Willie Walsh said that: “Over the past 12-18 months airlines have responded to the very strong post-pandemic travel demand by adding tens of thousands of employees to their workforces. US passenger airline employment is now at its highest level in over two decades, for example. In contrast, ATC staff shortages in North America continue to produce unacceptable delays and disruptions for the traveling public on both sides of the...