World's Busiest Air Routes: Toronto-New York Makes Top Ten

Number 10: Hong Kong-SIngapore

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The air route between Hong Kong and Singapore is ranked as the tenth busiest in the world, with 15,029 flights a year. They're both remarkable destinations with awesome markets, great food and marvellous hotels. Air Canada flies direct to Hong Kong from both Toronto and Vancouver.

Number Nine: Kuwait-Dubai

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The Kuwait-Dubai route ranks as the ninth busiest air route on the planet, with 15,332 flights every year. Dubai is famous for its skyscrapers and shopping, but you'll also find a cool old city and great beaches.

Number Eight- Toronto-New York

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The air route between Toronto and New York City ranks as the eighth busiest in the world. It's the only North American route to make the top 10. All told, there are 16,956 flights a year between the two cities. WestJet, Air Canada and Porter Airlines all fly from Canada to the New York City area.

Number Seven: Hong Kong-Seoul

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The air route between Hong Kong and Seoul is serviced by 17,075 flights per year. Seoul is a great city with wondrous food and a vibrant city centre. It's especially lovely in spring. Air Canada flies directly to Seoul.

Number Six: Seoul-Osaka

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The sixth busiest air route in the world is the one between Seoul and Osaka, with 17,488 flights per year. Osaka is a striking city with spectacular food and stately temples to explore. You can fly directly to Osaka with Air Canada.

Number Five: Jakarta-Kuala Lumpur

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The Jakarata-Kuala Lumpur air route links to two of Asia's biggest cities. KL, as it's often called, has great architecture and many other attractions. The route is serviced by 19,849 flights every year.

Number Four: Hong Kong-Shanghai

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There are a whopping 21,888 flights a year linking Hong Kong and Shanghai. Shanghai is famous for its wild architecture. But you'll also find great shopping, gorgeous hotels and lots more. Air Canada flies directlly to Shanghai.

Number Three: Singapore-Jakarta

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Jakarta is one of the world's largest cities. It's no wonder that the Singapore-Jakarta air route is the third busiest in the world, with 27,304 flights every year.

Number Two: Hong Kong-Taipei

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The route between Hong Kong and Taipei is rated the second busiest on the planet, with 28,887 flights annually. Taipei is a sophisticated city that's well known for its shopping and sensational cuisine. Air Canada flies directly to Taipei from Vancouver.

Number One: Kuala Lumpur-Singapore

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Surprised? The air route between Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Singapore is rated the busiest in the world, with an amazing 30,537 flights every year. Singapore is a fantastic destination, with marvellous markets, awesome street food and stunning hotels.

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Jim Byers

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Jim Byers was travel editor for five years at the Toronto Star, which has the largest travel section in North America. He has...

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