Canada's flag-bearing airline has its headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. Air Canada is recognized as one of the world's safest airlines and provides scheduled and charter air travel for passengers; cargo service to more than 150 destinations; vacation packages to more than 90 destinations; and maintenance, ground handling and training services to other airlines. Air Canada’s main base is Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. The airline also has hubs at Toronto Pearson International Airport and a Pacific hub at Vancouver International Airport. Calgary International Airport in Western Canada is a mini-hub. Air Canada Jazz is a regional partner, and there is also a premium jet charter service for corporate and professional sports teams called Air Canada Jetz.
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One hour before departure for flights within Canada, one and a half hours before U.S. departures and two hours before for international flights.
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Carry-on: Two items are permitted, each with a maximum weight of 22lbs. Maximum dimensions are 9 x 15.5 x 21.5 in for the standard item and 6 x 13 x 17 in for the personal item. Personal items can include carry-on suitcases (wheels and handles included in the size), briefcases, laptop computers, diaper bags, camera cases, cartons or other similar items.
Checked: Varies according to class. Economy: two items permitted, each with maximum weight of 50lbs and dimensions of 62 linear inches (length + depth + width). Executive Class and Executive First: three items permitted, each with maximum weight of 70lbs, and dimensions of 62 linear inches. The total weight of all three items not to exceed 150 lbs. Air Canada Elite and Super Elite: four items, each with maximum weight of 70lbs and dimensions of 62 linear inches. The total weight of all four items not to exceed 200lbs. Premium Economy Class, International: two items permitted, each with maximum weight of 50lbs and dimensions of 62 linear inches.
Excess: fees will be charged for all oversized, overweight or extra items. For oversized and overweight bags there is a charge of $50 CAD per bag for travel within North America or $75 CAD for travel internationally. For extra bags, there is a charge of $125 CAD per bag for travel within Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, or $225 CAD per bag to all other destinations.
Pre-assigned seating is available at check-in and may be available online. Alternatively, call reservations for seat selection.
Changes can be made as long as the ticket purchased was not a non-refundable ticket. Charges will apply. If you are traveling on a non-refundable ticket, Air Canada will be unable to make exceptions in the event of an unexpected trip cancellation or medical emergency so the airline recommends the purchase of travel insurance.
Air Canada's frequent flyer program is called Aeroplan.
There’s nothing like heading up in the skies to work up an appetite. Check out the airline’s menu before you fly so you can decide if you need to bring any extras. See photographs taken by fellow flyers of meals they’ve been served and read reviews at AirlineMeals.net.
Moby Dick, War and Peace, Leaves of Grass… Do you need to pack a weighty tome or will the in-flight magazine keep you happily occupied for the duration of the flight? Air Canada's in-flight magazine, En Route, is available on all flights and can be read online.
The airline is a member of the Star Alliance.
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