MONTREAL- Air Canada (AC), the national carrier of Canada, has announced the restarting of daily service from Vancouver, Canada (YVR) to Beijing (PEK).
The carrier will also be increasing its flights to Shanghai (PVG), operating daily from its Vancouver (YVR) hub.
Air Canada Beijing Flights
The resumed Beijing service and increased Shanghai flights from Vancouver underscore Air Canada’s commitment to providing convenient and expansive air travel options between Canada and key Asian destinations.
This move aims to cater to the growing demand for direct connectivity between North America and the Asia-Pacific region.
Air Canada Beijing’s daily flight schedule which is going to start on January 15, 2025, is as follows:
| Flight Number | Departure | Arrival | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC029 | Vancouver International Airport (YVR) | Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) | 11:40 | 17:00 +1 Day | 787 Dreamliner |
| AC030 | Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) | Vancouver International Airport (YVR) | 18:55 | 14:05 | 787 Dreamliner |
The Air Canada Shanghai Flight currently operates on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Daily flights from Vancouver to Shanghai will start from December 7.
| Flight Number | Departure | Arrival | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC025 | Vancouver International Airport (YVR) | Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) | 11:15 | 16:00 +1 Day | 787 Dreamliner |
| AC026 | Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) | Vancouver International Airport (YVR) | 17:50 | 12:10 | 787 Dreamliner |
Culinary and Loyalty Offerings
Air Canada’s international onboard services showcase the work of renowned Canadian chefs. The airline’s panel of celebrated chefs includes award-winners David Hawksworth, Vikram Vij, and Jérôme Ferrer.
Additionally, Air Canada’s wine selection is curated by leading Canadian sommelier Véronique Rivest.
Customers can earn and redeem Aeroplan points when flying with Air Canada. Eligible passengers also have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf Lounges, priority boarding, and other benefits, including the airline’s exclusive Signature Suites at Vancouver and Toronto Pearson airports.
Executive Remarks
Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President of revenue and Network Planning at Air Canada, stated, “We are resuming our non-stop services between Canada and Beijing and increasing our flights between Canada and Shanghai, reflecting the importance of these markets in Air Canada’s global network.”
“With the investments we have made at our YVR hub linking Air Canada’s extensive North American network to our international flights, traveling between North America and Asia is convenient and compelling for leisure and business travelers alike. We look forward to welcoming our customers onboard our flights,” added Mark Galardo.
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