Vancouver – Shanghai increases to daily flights beginning Dec. 7, 2024, while Vancouver – Beijing daily service resumes Jan. 15, 2025, announces Air Canada.
MONTREAL – Air Canada announced the airline will be resuming daily service from Canada to Beijing and will be increasing its Shanghai flights to daily. Both routes will operate from the airline’s Vancouver (YVR) hub. Seats are available for sale at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres and via travel agencies.
“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, 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,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President – Revenue and Network Planning at Air Canada.
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.
International travel document requirements
Customers can visit Air Canada’s Travel Ready Hub for the latest government entry requirements. Customers are responsible for ensuring they meet all government entry requirements, including 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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