Air Canada

Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Air Canada is considered to be one of the world's safest airlines and serves over 150 destinations around the globe. The airline offers several travel package options, an exclusive carbon offset program to reduce CO2 emissions, and Maple Leaf Lounges at 20 major airports across Canada and international hubs that enhance the passenger experience.

Air miles: Aeroplan

Air Canada is the largest full-service airline in Canada and offers flights within Canada, between Canada and the U.S. and to nearly every major international hub. Popular destinations include Beijing, Paris, Tel Aviv, Grand Cayman, London Heathrow and Caracas.

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Phone Number
Toll-free: 1-888-247-2262

Website
www.aircanada.com

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Air Canada passengers may check in online or in person at the airport. Passengers are encouraged to check in at least one hour before departure for flights within Canada, 1.5 hours before US departures, and 2 hours before international flights. The recommended check-in time for flights to Beijing, Caracas, Grand Cayman, London Heathrow, Paris and Tel Aviv is between 2-3 hours. Passengers must have a boarding pass and have dropped off checked baggage at the counter before the check-in deadline.

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Carry on
Each passenger is allowed to carry on one standard article and one personal article. The standard article must have a maximum weight of 22 lbs. (10kg) and a maximum size of 9" x 15.5" x 21.5" (23 cm x 40 cm x 55 cm). The personal article must also have a maximum weight of 22 lbs (10kg) with a maximum size of 6" x 13" x 17" (16cm x 33 cm x 43 cm).

Checked
Baggage allowances vary by type of service and the passenger. A maximum of 2 bags weighing 50 lbs. each are allowed on Economy Service flights; up to 3 bags are allowed for Executive Class and Star Alliance Gold passengers; and 4 bags are permitted for Air Canada Super Elite and Elite passengers. Review all baggage requirements through the Air Canada checked baggage section http://www.aircanada.com/en/travelinfo/airport/baggage/checked.html. No bags exceeding 70 lbs in weight or 115 inches in linear dimensions will be accepted as checked baggage.

Additional bags
Excess baggage fees are $75 for travel within North American and $100 for international travel. Air Canada no longer charges the $25 second bag fee for airfares within North America.

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Ticket changes are accepted on non-rfeundable tickets, and can be made by calling the reservations desk.

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Children under two years who can comfortably sit in an adult's lap may fly free on domestic flights. Children under two years who can comfortably sit in an adult's lap may fly internationally by paying 10 percent of the adult fare.

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Only cats and dogs are accepted for flights on Air Canada, and the 'pets in cabin' service is no longer available. Pets are accepted in the baggage compartment, and incur a fee of $105 CAD/USD each way for travel within Canada and the United States, and $270 CAD/USD each way for international flights. A single passenger may not travel with more than two animals.

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Musical instruments are considered to be standard carryon luggage. A separate seat may be purchased for large instruments.

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Air Canada offers complimentary meal service for almost all international flights, and options vary by duration and destination. Air Canada also offers in flight movies, and complimentary magazine.

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Meal services include two main entrees, breakfast service, and hot and cold beverages. Passengers flying to the United States may have the option to purchase food from a flight cafe menu. Passengers with dietary restrictions may make a special request for food during their reservations process.

A complete menu of food options can be viewed here http://www.aircanada.com/en/travelinfo/onboard/dining/na/onboard/meals.html.

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Passengers flying Air Canada can learn about read about lifestyle trends, culture and news in En Route magazine, a complimentary magazine available to all passengers.

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United Airlines
US Airways
Star Alliance

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