--- title: "Air Canada Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Air Canada review: FlightLogic editorial rating 7.9/10, safety score 9.2/10. Air Canada is Canada's flag carrier and Star Alliance anchor, operating…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/air-canada/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · AC # Air Canada Fly the flag Photo: abdallahh / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY 2.0 Air Canada is Canada's flag carrier and Star Alliance anchor, operating transpacific and transatlantic routes with Signature Class business pods and Aeroplan as one of the strongest loyalty programmes in North America. Last updated 30 June 2026 Very Good · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Air Canada for my next long-haul work trip? Air Canada scores 7.9/10 (safety 9.2/10), ranking #22 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg standard; Basic no checked NA. Economy seat pitch: 31"; loyalty programme: Aeroplan. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 7.9/10 **Safety** 9.2/10 **Global rank** #22 **Wi-Fi policy** Partial / paid tiers ## Who should think twice about Air Canada Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Basic fare restrictions on domestic - Toronto YYZ congestion at peak ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Air Canada — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies | | --- | --- | | Checked baggage | 1×23 kg standard; Basic no checked NA | | In-flight Wi-Fi | Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only | | Economy seat pitch | 31" | | Lounge access | Maple Leaf lounges | | Changes & refunds | Flex allows changes | | Loyalty programme | Aeroplan | ## Awards & Recognition - Best Airline in North America (regional) - Star Alliance member ## Airline Details **IATA Code** AC **ICAO Code** ACA **Hub** Toronto Pearson (YYZ) & Montreal (YUL) **Alliance** star alliance **Founded** 1937 **Fleet Size** 190 aircraft ## Strengths - Signature Class reverse herringbone on 787/777 - Aeroplan partner redemptions - Strong UK–Canada network ## Weaknesses - Basic fare restrictions on domestic - Toronto YYZ congestion at peak ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Air Canada fares from the UK Search live prices on Air Canada (AC) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Air Canada travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Air Canada. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 55 × 40 × 23 cm + personal item; no weight limit (Basic fares post-Jan 2025 exclude carry-on) · No published weight limit | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Basic first bag ~$35 + tax; transatlantic standard economy 1 × 23 kg | | Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg | | Seat selection | Basic assigned at check-in; free standard seats on other fares | | Change fee | Varies by fare; Basic non-changeable | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality 73.26% on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min) Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — North America #9 Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 190 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** B787-8/9, B777-300ER, A330-300, A321, B737 MAX 8 **Economy pitch** 30–32 in **Business seat** Signature Class — fully flat 1-2-1 reverse herringbone **Wi-Fi** Paid; free messaging for Aeroplan members ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; Transport Canada oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.2/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** Aeroplan **Currency** Points Elite tiers: 25K, 35K, 50K, 75K, Super Elite ### Rating history - Q3 2026 7.9/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: aircanada.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile ## About Air Canada Air Canada is Canada's flag carrier and Star Alliance anchor, operating transpacific and transatlantic routes with Signature Class business pods and Aeroplan as one of the strongest loyalty programmes in North America. Key strengths: Signature Class reverse herringbone on 787/777. Aeroplan partner redemptions. Strong UK–Canada network. Areas for improvement: Basic fare restrictions on domestic. Toronto YYZ congestion at peak. ## Editorial Air Canada Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Air Canada. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Air%20Canada). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Air Canada — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Air Canada a good airline? Air Canada scores 7.9/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Signature Class reverse herringbone on 787/777; Aeroplan partner redemptions. ### What is Air Canada's safety score? Air Canada scores 9.2/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is Air Canada in? Air Canada is a member of star alliance. ### Where is Air Canada's hub? Air Canada's primary hub is Toronto Pearson (YYZ) & Montreal (YUL). The airline was founded in 1937 and operates approximately 190 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines