Air Canada is expanding its transborder flight offerings for the summer of 2026, with new routes and increased capacity aimed at enhancing travel options for customers. The airline has made these flights available for booking through its website, Air Canada, its contact centers, and travel agents, providing more convenience for travelers.
New Transborder Flights
Mark Galardo, Air Canada’s Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, announced the introduction of direct services to San Antonio, Texas, as well as connections from Cleveland and Columbus to Montreal. This strategic move aims to support travel between these key destinations, facilitating connections across Air Canada’s extensive global network. Galardo emphasized that the airline is also ramping up capacity in other transborder markets, providing more travel options for customers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Routes and Timings
Below are the newly established flights set to commence in May 2026:
| Flight | From | To | Departure | Arrival | Days of Operation | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC 1019 | Toronto (YYZ) | San Antonio (SAT) | 18:20 | 21:00 | Mon, Wed, Fri | May – Oct 2026 |
| AC 1018 | San Antonio (SAT) | Toronto (YYZ) | 10:30 | 15:07 | Tue, Thu, Sat | May – Oct 2026 |
| AC 8647 | Montreal (YUL) | Cleveland (CLE) | 16:40 | 18:14 | Daily | May – Oct 2026 |
| AC 8648 | Cleveland (CLE) | Montreal (YUL) | 14:40 | 16:25 | Daily | May – Oct 2026 |
| AC 8621 | Montreal (YUL) | Columbus (CMH) | 16:40 | 18:39 | Daily | May – Oct 2026 |
| AC 8622 | Columbus (CMH) | Montreal (YUL) | 14:40 | 16:22 | Daily | May – Oct 2026 |
Increased Capacity
Air Canada plans to boost its transborder capacity by 15% in the summer of 2026 when compared to its summer 2025 schedule. This increase aligns with the capacity levels from summer 2024, aiming to enhance traveler connectivity between Air Canada’s international network and these newly served markets.
Booking Information
Travelers interested in booking these transborder flights can easily access options via Air Canada’s official site, or reach out through travel agents and the airline’s contact centers. This expansion not only addresses growing demand but also aims to provide invaluable infrastructure for travel between Canada and the United States.
For more details on flight schedules and availability, visit Air Canada’s official page.
