Air Canada Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and why it is Canada’s largest airline with excellent transatlantic and transpacific coverage.
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Boeing 747 at Frankfurt Airport
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Air Canada Inc. |
| Founded | 1937 |
| Headquarters | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Fleet Size | ~200 aircraft |
| Destinations | 220+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~50 million |
| Hub Airport | Toronto (YYZ), Montreal (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) |
| On-time Performance | ~77% |
| Skytrax Rating | 5-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
Air Canada baggage varies by fare type — Basic fares have restrictions. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (all fares) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm |
| Weight limit | 10 kg |
| Personal item | Must fit under seat |
| Basic — no checked bag | Fee applies |
| Standard — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Flex — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business — 2 × 32 kg | Included |
? Tip: Basic fares have no checked bag — book Standard or above for included baggage. Aeroplan miles earn on all fares. Compare prices on Expedia.
Cabin Classes
Four cabin classes — from Economy to Business with the premium Signature Suite
- 1 × 23 kg bag (Standard+)
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- Seatback entertainment included
- Meals on long-haul flights
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- 97 cm seat pitch
- Enhanced dining service
- Priority boarding and check-in
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dining and complimentary cocktails
- Senator Lounge access (Frankfurt)
Fleet Overview
Air Canada operates a modern Boeing and Airbus long-haul fleet. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A320neo taking off from Frankfurt
Route Network
Air Canada connects 220+ destinations via its Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver hubs. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Toronto, Montreal
- Vancouver, Calgary
- Ottawa, Edmonton
- Halifax, Winnipeg
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Zurich, Rome
- Dublin, Lisbon
- Tokyo, Seoul
- Beijing, Shanghai
- Hong Kong, Singapore
- Sydney, Auckland
- New York (JFK), Los Angeles
- Miami, Orlando
- Cancún, Montego Bay
- Barbados, Nassau
Pros and Cons
- ? Comprehensive Canadian domestic network
- ? Strong transatlantic routes from multiple Canadian cities
- ? Seatback screens on all aircraft
- ? Aeroplan — highly rated loyalty program with flexible redemptions
- ?️ Signature Suite Business Class on 787 and 777
- ⏰ Below-average on-time performance — see our airline comparison for alternatives
- ? Basic fares have no checked bag
- ? Premium pricing especially on Canada-Europe routes
- ? Economy comfort average for long-haul
- ? Customer service has improved but remains inconsistent
Boeing 747-8 at Frankfurt gate
Compare Air Canada With Other Airlines
See how it stacks up against other North American carriers
How to Book Air Canada Flights
Find the Cheapest Fares
Fares vary by type — always check baggage inclusion. Use Expedia to compare prices alongside Delta, United and other carriers. Also check our airline comparison page.
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