Airline News & Updates | Canada's Airline Industry

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August 29, 2012

Air France introduces special back to school fares

As part of a new promotion for flights out of Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa to numerous European destinations, Air France is offering reduced fares in Voyageur starting at $799, as well as in its Premium Voyageur cabin starting at $1,249. The promotion runs until Sept. 18 and applies to trips with departures between Sept. 11 and June 18, 2013. In Voyageur class (Economy), travellers can fly to France, Spain, Turkey, Tunisia, Portugal and Russia from $799. Other destinations featured in the promotion include Lebanon and Israel ($999), as well as Mauritius ($1,299). In Premium Voyageur class,...

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August 29, 2012

United expands rebooking options

United Airlines has added several Gulf Coast cities to those covered under the flexible-travel waiver that the airline put in place as a result of Tropical Storm Isaac. Customers travelling on flights to, from or through the affected cities during applicable travel dates may reschedule their itineraries for travel no later than one year from the date of issue with a one-time date or time change, and the airline will waive the change fees. Customers may also request refunds in the original form of payment if they wish to cancel their travel plans. For complete details and eligible travel...

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August 28, 2012

Emirates adds Erbil, Iraq to line-up

Emirates has commenced new non-stop service between Dubai and Erbil city in Iraq, making it the 11th destination launched by the airline this year. The new route marks Emirates newest destination in the Middle East region and its third gateway in Iraq, after Baghdad and Basra, where Emirates operates daily. The launch of Erbil marks Emirates 16th destination in the Middle East. The new service between Emirates hub in Dubai and Erbil will initially operate four times a week, increasing to a daily service from Sept. 1. Emirates is using its Airbus 340-300 on the route, offering 267 seats in a...

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August 23, 2012

Cathay taking ‘I Can Fly’ applications

Cathay Pacific has opened applications for its "I Can Fly"Toronto program, inviting young Canadians with a passion for aviation to participate in the popular program. Grade 11 and 12 high school students from the Greater Toronto area may submit an application online at http://www.cathaypacific.ca/icanfly on or before Sept. 12. The program will run from September through November and offer high school students a rare behind-the-scenes look at the airline industry. Manned by Cathay Pacific staff volunteers, the eight-week academy covers a range of aviation topics and explores various careers in...

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August 20, 2012

Emirates tees up with Merit Travel Group

Emirates airline and Merit Golf Vacations have teamed up to offer Canadians the ultimate customized golf experience packages to the links of Dubai. Available for travel effective Oct. 1, all packages offer six night's hotel accommodation, five rounds of golf, daily breakfast and 24-hour on-ground support through leading travel management company Arabian Adventures, with cost ranging from $2,899 to $3,299. Customized duration packages are also available. Golfers can choose to stay and relax at a variety of hotels including The Address Dubai Mall or the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort amongst...

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August 17, 2012

Cathay offers Premium Economy gift vouchers

Cathay Pacific is giving Canadians up to 100 more reasons to fly its Premium Economy Class. Passengers who purchase a qualifying Premium Economy Class ticket for travel between Canada and Asia from Aug. 28 to Dec. 10, inclusive, are eligible for up to $100 worth of in-flight gift vouchers redeemable for onboard shopping. The limited time offer is available through Sept. 12 for online bookings at http://www.cathaypacific.com/ca . The promotion is applicable to those with a Canadian mailing address. The new Premium Economy Class is currently featured on the airline's service between Toronto and...

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August 16, 2012

Lufthansa’s DeHaan takes over in Canada

Hans DeHaan has been appointed director, Lufthansa Group Canada, responsible for sales and marketing activities in the region. He is based in Toronto and brings with him 15 years of experience within the Lufthansa Group, most recently at the company's New York headquarters as director, Leisure and Online Sales for North America. "As a recognized leader in international travel, our focus is on building our relationships with Canadian travellers as they explore their interests around the globe. Lufthansa offers Canadians connections to more than 200 destinations in 84 European, Middle Eastern,...

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August 16, 2012

NEXUS gets clearance at Billy Bishop airport

NEXUS users now have a dedicated entrance at Toronto's Billy Bishop City Airport clearing the way for shorter wait times at Customs. The NEXUS card, which costs $50, is designed for frequent travellers and can be used for travel within Canada, between Canada and the US and on select international flights. Pearson International and seven other larger airports in Canada also accept NEXUS...

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August 16, 2012

WestJet thanks agents with travel discount

WestJet is thanking its travel agency partners for their support and for subscribing to TA JetMail by offering a coupon code for travel with one companion at a 20% discount anywhere the airlines flies. Bookings must be made by Sept. 4 for travel from Sept. 4 to Dec. 12. Promo code: PCR57; Coupon code: LZRSTGH....

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August 16, 2012

Sunwing set to bring Canadians home for the holidays

Sunwing is set to bring Canadians closer together for the holiday season with its Toronto/Vancouver return flights. Running over the Christmas and New Year's holidays from Dec. 19 to Jan. 7, travellers can take advantage of affordable flights to visit family in Ontario or BC, ski the Rocky Mountains, or simply enjoy a winter vacation closer to home during this festive season. Flights from Toronto to Vancouver will depart in the evening, with flights from Vancouver to Toronto being overnight. Flight prices start from $299 plus taxes. "In addition to our great prices, we have a much more...