Air Canada has announced a strategic international expansion with non-stop flights from its Vancouver hub (YVR) to Dubai. This all-new route will operate four times per week, starting on?October 28, 2023and will use the airlines flagship Dreamliner fleet. These new flights will complement Air Canadas existing daily service between?its hub in Toronto (YYZ)?and?Dubai, broadening its presence in fast-growing international markets.?
We are extremely pleased to add the only non-stop service linking?Vancouver?and?Dubai, two iconic and vibrant global destinations.?Dubai is one of the top destinations worldwide renowned for its extraordinary landmarks, rich culture, and entertainment. In cooperation with our codeshare and frequent flyer partner Emirates, our?Vancouver-Dubai?flights will connect to a multitude of destinations across the?Middle East, Indian subcontinent and?East Africa?in?Dubai, said?Mark Galardo, SVP, Network Planning and Revenue Management, at Air Canada.?
Adding this new transportation link from?Dubai?will allow visitors to more easily and efficiently experience all B.C. has to offer, said?Rob Fleming,?British Columbia?Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. ?
With this new route,?British Columbia?will be connected to a significant market, as the UAE ranks fifth in the world in terms of outbound expenditures on travel and tourism according to the UNWTO. ?
Air?Canadas?international onboard services showcase some of?the countrys?best culinary talent through the airlines panel of celebrated chefs. These include award-winning,?Vancouver-based chefs?David Hawksworth?and?Vikram Vij, and renowned?Montreal?chefs?Antonio Park?and Jr?me Ferrer. Complementing the culinary journey is a selection of top wines chosen by leading Canadian sommelier, Vronique Rivest.?
Travelers can collect and redeem points through Aeroplan,?Canadas?leading loyalty program, when travelling with Air Canada. Additionally, eligible customers have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf Lounges, priority boarding, and other benefits including Air Canadas exclusive Signature Suite at YVR.?
The Vancouver-Dubai flights will be operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft that feature three cabins of serviceSignature Class (with lie-flat seats), Premium Economy, and Economy Class. Seats can be purchased at?aircanada.com, via the Air Canada App, Air Canadas Contact Centres, and travel agents.?
Flight schedules have also been specifically chosen to conveniently connect to and from destinations in?Alberta, B.C., as well as the western?U.S.?via Air Canadas hub at YVR.?
The outbound flight, AC78, departs YVR at 20:50 and lands the next day in DXB at 23:50. The outbound flight operates on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.?
The return flight, AC79, leaves DXB at 02:00 and arrives in YVR that same day at 05:55. These flights operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.?
?
For the latest travel news, updates and deals, subscribe to the daily TravelPulse newsletter.
Topics From This Article to Explore
