Founded
1937
Fleet Size
185 aircraft
Destinations
220+
Main Hubs
YYZ, YVR, YUL
About Air Canada
Air Canada is Canada's largest domestic and international airline and a founding member of Star Alliance. Headquartered in Montreal, it serves over 220 destinations across six continents through its mainline and regional operations.
Hub Airports
YYZ
Hub Airport
YVR
Hub Airport
YUL
Hub Airport
YYC
Hub Airport
Alliance Membership
⭐
Star Alliance
Global airline alliance member
As a member of Star Alliance, Air Canada passengers benefit from reciprocal frequent flyer points, lounge access, and seamless connections with all alliance partners worldwide.
Key Facts
IATA CodeAC
ICAO CodeACA
CountryCanada
RegionNorth America
HeadquartersMontreal, Quebec
Year Founded1937
Fleet Size185 aircraft
Destinations Served220+ worldwide
AllianceStar Alliance
Official Websiteaircanada.com
Policies & Information
Carry-on Bag
Pieces allowed1
Max weight10 kg (22 lb)
Max size55 × 40 × 23 cm
FeeFree
Personal Item
AllowedYes
Max size40 × 30 × 15 cm
Checked — Economy
Pieces1
Weight23 kg (50 lb)
FeeIncluded on international routes; fees apply on domestic routes
Checked — Business
Pieces2
Weight32 kg (70 lb) each
FeeIncluded
Checked — First
Pieces3
Weight32 kg (70 lb) each
FeeIncluded
Overweight / Oversize
Overweight fee$100–$200 per bag (23–32 kg); not accepted above 32 kg
Oversize fee$150–$200 per bag if linear dimensions exceed 158 cm
Quick Policy Snapshot
Carry-on feeFree
1st checked bagIncluded on international routes
Change fee$0–$200 depending on fare type and route
24-hr cancellationYes
Name changes Yes
Online check-in24 hours before departure
Primary Hubs
YYZ
YVR
YUL
YYC