This winter, Air Canada will enhance its domestic network by launching a nonstop service between Toronto and Yellowknife. The route, starting in the 2023/2024 winter season, aims to link customers from the capital of the Northeast Territories to various destinations in eastern Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean.
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«Air Canada is delighted to offer an easier way to visit Yellowknife and its magical Northern charms, just as the Northern Lights start their vibrant display. However, this route isn’t merely about tourism; it’s also an important link for business and economic travel, bridging Yellowknife and Canada’s financial powerhouse directly,» shares Mark Galardo, Executive Vice-President of Revenue and Network Planning at Air Canada.
Aviacionline, via Cirium data, reports that the airline will offer 4,042 weekly seats to and from the Northeast Territories’ capital come December. This new route will be augmented by twice-daily service between Vancouver and Yellowknife, plus a daily flight between Edmonton and Yellowknife.
Minister of Infrastructure for the Northwest Territories, Diane Archie, said, «Air travel remains a crucial link keeping the North and its inhabitants connected to the south and beyond. As we see air travel rebound towards pre-pandemic levels, we eagerly anticipate Air Canada’s new non-stop Yellowknife-Toronto flight.»
Toronto-Yellowknife Flight Schedule Starting December 1
- Toronto – Yellowknife Flight AC 1169: YYZ 21:00 – YZF 23:54 every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.
- Yellowknife – Toronto Flight AC 1168: YZF 00:50 – YYZ 07:20 every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
The service will be on Airbus A220-300 aircraft, featuring 137 seats in two classes (12 Business Class and 125 Economy). Round-trip promotional fares start at $445 USD.
Furthermore, Air Canada has an interline agreement with Canadian North, facilitating seamless connections from Yellowknife to other destinations such as Cambridge Bay, Fort Simpson, Hay River, Gjoa Haven, Taoloyoak, and Inuvik. Customers enjoy the convenience of a single checked ticket, baggage transfer, and the opportunity to earn and redeem miles via Aeroplan, Air Canada’s frequent flyer program.
