Air Canada Enhances European Travel With New Routes and Expanded Services

Air Canada is transforming travel between North America and Europe in the summer of 2025, offering travelers unprecedented connectivity and convenience. The airline is introducing new routes and expanding its existing network, providing even more options for those looking to explore the continent.

New Nonstop Routes

This spring and summer season marks the launch of three compelling new nonstop routes.

Montreal to Porto: Starting in June, passengers can explore this captivating Portuguese city where historic charm seamlessly blends with modern luxury. The route will operate three times weekly.

Montreal to Naples: Beginning in May, travelers can discover Naples, a destination renowned for its rich history, stunning art, and world-class culinary scene. This route will run four times weekly.

Toronto to Prague: Launching in June, this route invites travelers to experience Prague's enchanting landscape of grand castles and romantic bridges. The service will operate three times weekly. 

Increased Frequencies and Earlier Seasonal Starts

Air Canada is significantly expanding its European network from both Toronto and Montreal:

From Toronto:

• Stockholm: Frequency increased from 2 to 4 weekly flights
• Madrid: Upgraded to daily service
• Manchester: Expanded to 6 times weekly
• Athens: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
• Barcelona: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
• Brussels: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
• Edinburgh: Seasonal start moved earlier to March

From Montreal:

• Reykjavik: Seasonal start moved earlier to May
• Dublin: Increased from 3 to 4 weekly flights
• Madrid: Increased from 4 to 5 weekly flights 

  

  Naples, Italy (Photo Credit: Air Canada)

Seamless Continent-Wide Connections

Beyond direct flights, Air Canada has partnered with major rail and coach systems to provide unprecedented travel flexibility. Through collaborations with AccesRail, Lufthansa Express Rail and WorldTicket, travelers can easily connect to 11 major passenger rail and intercity coach systems throughout Europe.

These air-to-rail connections span an impressive network of national transportation systems, including:

• France's SNCF Voyageurs
• Germany's Deutsche Bahn
• Switzerland's Swiss Federal Railways
• Austria's ÖBB
• Italy's Trenitalia
• Spain's Renfe
• Multiple British rail services like National Express, LNER, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Rail, and TransPennine Express

Additional Travel Benefits

Travelers can look forward to several additional advantages when flying with Air Canada:

• Shorter elapsed trip times between North America and Europe
• Customs pre-clearance for a smoother arrival experience in the U.S.
• World-class service and premium cabin options

With these expansive offerings, Air Canada is positioning itself as a premier choice for travelers seeking comprehensive and convenient European travel experiences in 2025.

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