Air Canada launched a transatlantic fare sale on July 2 cutting economy prices by 28 percent on routes to 18 European cities. Sample fares include Toronto to London at 489 Canadian dollars round-trip and Montreal to Paris at 529 dollars. Business class discounts reach 22 percent with Toronto-Frankfurt tickets from 1899 dollars.
The promotion covers 45 weekly flights across the network with travel valid September 1 to November 30 2026. Blackout dates apply around Canadian Thanksgiving. The carrier cited softer summer demand and competition from European carriers as reasons for the cuts.
Air Canada carried 2.4 million passengers on Atlantic routes in 2025 representing 19 percent of total traffic. The airline added four weekly flights to Lisbon this summer and plans further frequency increases next year.
What this means for you
Book by July 15 to lock in the lowest prices before they expire. Use flexible dates mid-week for additional savings of up to 60 dollars. Combine with Air Canada Vacations packages for bundled hotel rates 15 percent below standalone bookings.
Enroll in Aeroplan before booking to earn 2500 bonus miles on these fares. Families of four save approximately 480 dollars compared to regular pricing.
Monitor for schedule changes as the airline may adjust aircraft types on popular routes. The sale excludes premium economy which remains at regular fares.