Airlines

Air Canada resuming daily service to Beijing

Air Canada is resuming daily service from Canada to Beijing and will be increasing its Shanghai flights to daily, with both routes operating from the airline’s Vancouver (YVR) hub.

“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,” said Mark Galardo, executive vice-president, revenue and network planning at Air Canada. “With the investments we have made at our YVR hub linking Air Canada’s extensive North American network to our international flights, travelling between North America and Asia is convenient and compelling for leisure and business travellers alike. We look forward to welcoming our customers onboard our flights.”

Shanghai schedule

Flight # Departs Arrives Aircraft Schedule
AC025 YVR at 11:15 PVG at 16:00 +1 day 787 Dreamliner Currently operates Tue, Thur, Fri, Sun.
Daily flights begin Dec. 7
AC026 PVG at 17:50 YVR at 12:10 787 Dreamliner Currently operates Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat.
Daily flights begin Dec. 8

Beijing schedule

Flight # Departs Arrives Aircraft Schedule
AC029 YVR at 11:40 PEK at 17:00 +1 day 787 Dreamliner Daily beginning Jan. 15, 2025
AC030 PEK at 18:55 YVR at 14:05 787 Dreamliner Daily beginning Jan. 16, 2025

Air Canada’s international services

Air Canada’s international onboard services showcase some of Canada’s best culinary talent through Air Canada’s panel of celebrated chefs, comprising award-winning chefs David Hawksworth, Vikram Vij 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 Air Canada’s loyalty program when travelling with Air Canada. Eligible customers also have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf Lounges, priority boarding and other benefits including Air Canada’s exclusive Signature Suites at YVR and at Toronto Pearson.