Air Canada is transforming travel between North America and Europe in the summer of 2025, offering travellers unprecedented connectivity and convenience. The airline is introducing new routes and expanding its existing network, providing even more options for those looking to explore the continent.
New Nonstop Routes
This spring and summer season marks the launch of three compelling new nonstop routes.
Montreal to Porto: Starting in June, passengers can explore this captivating Portuguese city where historic charm seamlessly blends with modern luxury. The route will operate three times weekly.
Montreal to Naples: Beginning in May, travellers can discover Naples, a destination renowned for its rich history, stunning art and world-class culinary scene. This route will run four times weekly.
Toronto to Prague: Launching in June, this route invites travellers to experience Prague's enchanting landscape of grand castles and romantic bridges. The service will operate three times weekly.
Porto, Portugal (Photo Credit: Adobe Stock)
Increased Frequencies and Earlier Seasonal Starts
Air Canada is significantly expanding its European network from both Toronto and Montreal:
From Toronto:
- Stockholm: Frequency increased from 2 to 4 weekly flights
- Madrid: Upgraded to daily service
- Athens: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
- Barcelona: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
- Brussels: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
- Edinburgh: Seasonal start moved earlier to March
From Montreal:
- Reykjavik: Seasonal start moved earlier to May
- Dublin: Increased from 3 to 4 weekly flights
- Madrid: Increased from 4 to 5 weekly flights
Naples, Italy (Photo Credit: Adobe Stock)
Seamless Continent-Wide Connections
Beyond direct flights, Air Canada has partnered with major rail and coach systems to provide unprecedented travel flexibility. Through collaborations with AccesRail, Lufthansa Express Rail and WorldTicket, travellers can easily connect to 11 major passenger rail and intercity coach systems throughout Europe.
These air-to-rail and coach connections span an impressive network of national transportation systems, including:
- France's SNCF Voyageurs
- Germany's Deutsche Bahn
- Switzerland's Swiss Federal Railways
- Austria's ÖBB
- Italy's Trenitalia
- Spain's Renfe
- Multiple British rail services like Britain’s National Express, LNER, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Rail and TransPennine Express
Additional Travel Benefits
Travellers can look forward to several additional advantages when flying with Air Canada:
- Shorter elapsed trip times between North America and Europe
- Customs pre-clearance for a smoother arrival experience in the U.S.
- World-class service and premium cabin options
With these expansive offerings, Air Canada is positioning itself as a premier choice for travellers seeking comprehensive and convenient European travel experiences in 2025.
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