Latest News
HomeRegional NewsAsia-PacificAir Canada to resume daily service to Beijing, increase Shanghai flights to daily
Airlines

Air Canada to resume daily service to Beijing, increase Shanghai flights to daily

Air Canada

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.

Vicky Karantzavelou
Co-Founder & Chief Editor - TravelDailyNews Media Network | Website | + Posts

Vicky is the co-founder of TravelDailyNews Media Network where she is the Editor-in Chief. She is also responsible for the daily operation and the financial policy. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Business Administration from the Technical University of Athens and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wales.

She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.

06/12/2024
05/12/2024
04/12/2024
03/12/2024
02/12/2024