Air Canada explores new routes to Japan including Nagoya and Sapporo
simpleflying.com — January 13, 2025, 01:00 PM UTC
Air Canada is exploring new routes to Japan, aiming to expand its limited presence in the country. Currently, the airline serves only Tokyo and Osaka but is considering adding Nagoya and Sapporo to its network. The airline hinted at these potential markets during its Investor Day in December 2024. If launched, new services would likely operate from Vancouver, as direct flights from Canada to Japan are currently limited. Additionally, Edmonton International Airport is interested in starting charter flights to Kumamoto Airport, with regular services possible by 2027. This would mark Kumamoto's first direct transpacific flight, responding to anticipated demand from a new manufacturing facility in the area.