Air Canada’s opening flight from Vancouver to Dubai

Monday, October 30, 2023

Air Canada‘s inaugural flight departed from Vancouver on Oct. 28 and has arrived in Dubai.

It is linking Western Canada with the Middle East.

Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President, Revenue and Network Planning at Air Canada expressed his pleasure to launch its newest international route.

Connecting Canada and Middle East

The routes connect Vancouver and Dubai. Both cities are two of the top cosmopolitan destinations.

These are famous worldwide for their extraordinary landmarks, rich culture, entertainment and leisure adventures.

This route links two global hub airports.

This is to offer customers unparalleled travel options and conveniences beyond, whether travelling for leisure, visiting friends and family or for business.

At YVR, Air Canada flights have been built to conveniently connect to and from destinations in Alberta, BC and the western USA.

In Dubai, a multitude of destinations across the Middle East Indian subcontinent and East Africa are available.

Air Canada made accomplished this in cooperation with their codeshare and frequent flyer partner Emirates.

Dubai is an exciting destination for non-stop service to YVR. 

While exciting in its own right, this new Dubai service will also facilitate connections between Vancouver and the region, India and North Africa.

Tamara Vrooman, President and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority said this.

Dubai Airports authority excpresses their delight to welcome the addition of Vancouver to its continuously growing list of international destinations, made possible by the introduction of Air Canada’s new service.

With convenient departures from Dubai International (DXB), Air Canada‘s new flights provide a seamless link between the Canadian West Coast and Dubai.

Rob Whitehouse, Vice President of Research at Dubai Airports said that this expansion complements Air Canada’s existing daily service between DXB and Toronto and reaffirms their commitment to bringing more guests to Dubai.

This also expands their growing global connectivity.

Air Canada’s international services

Air Canada‘s international onboard services showcase some of Canada’s best culinary talent through the airline’s panel of celebrated chefs.

The panel comprise of award-winning, Vancouver-based chefs David Hawksworth and Vikram Vij, and renowned Montreal chefs Antonio Park and Jérôme Ferrer.

Complementing the culinary journey is a selection of top wines chosen by leading Canadian sommelier, Véronique Rivest.

Customers have opportunities to collect and redeem points through Aeroplan, Canada’s leading loyalty program, when travelling with Air Canada.

Eligible customers have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf Lounges, priority boarding and other benefits. It includes Air Canada’s exclusive Signature Suite at YVR.

The Vancouver and Dubai flights are operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.

The flights feature three cabins of service for customers to choose from, including Signature Class with lie-flat seats, Premium Economy and Economy Class.

Travelling internationally?

Visit Air Canada’s Travel Ready Hub for the latest government entry requirements.

Customers are responsible for ensuring they meet all government entry requirements.

This includes holding the correct travel documents, visas, any required health certificates, and all other eligibility requirements for any flights they purchase.

Government requirements may change with little notice.

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