Air Canada is adding new routes from Montreal to Catania in Sicily, Italy and Palma de Mallorca, Spain, as part of its expanded offerings to “sought-after Mediterranean destinations.”
It will also be re-establishing non-stop services from Toronto to Shanghai and Budapest, and increasing flights to the Czech capital, Prague.
As well, the popular Vancouver-Bangkok route will become year-round, solidifying the flag carrier’s position as the only North American airline offering non-stop direct service to the Thai capital.
The new destinations were unveiled as part of Air Canada’s recently announced international network for summer 2026.
Mark Galardo, executive vice president and chief commercial officer and president, cargo at Air Canada, said it was capitalizing on growing travel demand and “cargo development” opportunities.
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He described the new services to Sicily and Mallorca, beginning next summer, as an “exciting” first for Canadian air passengers.
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“Air Canada is the first Canadian carrier to offer customers non-stop flights to these sought-after Mediterranean destinations, and the only airline operating scheduled service from Canada to Sicily and Mallorca,” he said.
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He added: “In all, these strategic additions reinforce Air Canada’s global network as one of the most wide-reaching from North America, connecting our customers to all six inhabited continents.”
Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland said the new services will promote trade and tourism and support jobs across the country.
“These expanded routes mean easier access to the places people want to go — whether for business, leisure or to visit family,” she said.
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said: “These new connections to Europe and Asia give Canadian businesses better access to key markets, strengthen our global competitiveness and build on what was already a record year for Canadian air cargo.
“Stronger connectivity in the skies means stronger growth on the ground and ensures Canada remains a leader in the global economy.”
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