Air Canada is making a major international push for Summer 2027, adding new nonstop routes to destinations across Europe and Asia while expanding service to Latin America.
For travelers who collect Aeroplan points, this expansion is particularly interesting. More routes and additional capacity could mean more options when searching for award flights, including Air Canada Signature Class.
Air Canada says Summer 2027 will represent the largest intercontinental expansion in the airline’s history, with five new international destinations, seven new routes and increased frequencies across several existing markets.
Here’s what travelers need to know.
Air Canada’s New International Routes for 2027
The biggest additions are coming from Air Canada’s three major Canadian hubs: Toronto (YYZ), Montréal (YUL) and Vancouver (YVR).
Vancouver to Guangzhou, China
Route: Vancouver (YVR) to Guangzhou (CAN) Starts: May 4, 2027 Frequency: 3x weekly Season: Year-round Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Air Canada is adding Guangzhou as its third destination in mainland China alongside Beijing and Shanghai.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner will feature Air Canada Signature Class, Premium Economy and Economy.
This route could be particularly useful for travelers originating on the U.S. West Coast who are willing to position to Vancouver before continuing to Asia.
Air Canada says it will be the only North American carrier serving Guangzhou when the route launches.
Toronto to Oslo, Norway
Route: Toronto (YYZ) to Oslo (OSL) Starts: June 2, 2027 Frequency: 4x weekly Season: Through October 10, 2027 Aircraft: Airbus A321XLR
This is one of the routes worth watching closely.
Air Canada plans to operate the route with its new Airbus A321XLR, including a premium Air Canada Signature cabin featuring lie-flat seats.
The new route will also make Air Canada the only North American airline offering nonstop service to Norway.
For points travelers, Toronto could become another useful gateway for reaching Scandinavia with Aeroplan points.
Toronto to Shannon, Ireland
Route: Toronto (YYZ) to Shannon (SNN) Starts: June 10, 2027 Frequency: 3x weekly Season: Through October 2, 2027 Aircraft: Airbus A321XLR
Ireland travelers are getting another option beyond Dublin.
Shannon provides convenient access to Ireland’s west coast and destinations along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Air Canada says it will be the only airline operating nonstop flights between Canada and Shannon.
The A321XLR is also expected to offer Air Canada Signature Class with lie-flat seating.
Toronto to Nice, France
Route: Toronto (YYZ) to Nice (NCE) Starts: June 16, 2027 Frequency: 2x weekly Season: Through October 23, 2027 Aircraft: Airbus A330-300
Planning a trip to the French Riviera? This new nonstop could make getting there considerably easier.
Air Canada will connect Toronto directly with Nice twice weekly using an Airbus A330-300 featuring Air Canada Signature Class, Premium Economy and Economy.
Combined with Air Canada’s existing Montréal–Nice service, travelers will have even more options for reaching the French Riviera.
Montréal to Basel, Switzerland
Route: Montréal (YUL) to Basel (BSL) Starts: June 16, 2027 Frequency: 4x weekly Season: Through October 23, 2027 Aircraft: Airbus A321XLR
This could be one of the most interesting additions for travelers looking to explore multiple European countries.
Basel sits near the borders of Switzerland, France and Germany, making it an excellent starting point for a larger European trip.
The route will operate using Air Canada’s Airbus A321XLR with a lie-flat Signature Class cabin.
With Basel added, Air Canada will serve Switzerland through Zurich, Geneva and Basel.
Montréal to Dubrovnik, Croatia
Route: Montréal (YUL) to Dubrovnik (DBV) Starts: May 11, 2027 Frequency: 3x weekly Season: Through October 23, 2027 Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
This could be one of the most exciting new routes for summer travelers.
Instead of connecting through another European hub, travelers will be able to fly nonstop from Montréal directly to Croatia’s Adriatic coast.
Air Canada plans to operate the route with its Boeing 787 Dreamliner featuring Signature Class, Premium Economy and Economy.
For travelers using points and miles, Dubrovnik can also be an excellent starting point for exploring Croatia, Montenegro and the surrounding Adriatic region.
Air Canada Is Expanding Existing Routes Too
The announcement isn’t limited to brand-new destinations.
Toronto to Shanghai will increase to daily service.
Toronto to Guatemala City will become a year-round route after beginning service in December 2026.
The popular Toronto to London Heathrow Daytripper service is also returning.
Several Montréal routes are being extended to year-round operations, including Montréal to Tenerife, Lima and Guatemala City.
That means travelers will have more flexibility outside the traditional peak summer travel season.
Why This Matters for Aeroplan Points Travelers
This expansion is bigger than simply adding destinations to Air Canada’s route map.
Air Canada plans to operate more than 125 international routes during Summer 2027, offering up to 169,000 seats per week from Canada to more than 85 international destinations.
The airline says this represents an increase of more than 8% in available seat miles compared with Summer 2026.
For those who travel using points and miles, additional flights and capacity are worth watching.
More flights could create additional opportunities to redeem Aeroplan points for Air Canada flights, find Air Canada Signature Class award availability, build itineraries through Toronto, Montréal or Vancouver, and reach European destinations without an additional connection.
Remember, however, that Aeroplan uses dynamic pricing for Air Canada-operated flights. A new route does not automatically mean inexpensive award seats.
The key will be monitoring these routes and booking when favorable Aeroplan pricing appears.
Routes to Watch for Aeroplan Award Space
For points and miles travelers, several new routes stand out.
Montréal to Dubrovnik offers Boeing 787 Signature Class service directly to Croatia.
Vancouver to Guangzhou adds another potentially valuable trans-Pacific Aeroplan option.
Toronto to Oslo brings lie-flat Signature Class aboard the new A321XLR.
Montréal to Basel provides a convenient gateway for exploring Switzerland, France and Germany.
Toronto to Shannon creates another way to reach Ireland while avoiding a connection through Dublin or London.
Award pricing can fluctuate significantly, so flexibility with travel dates — and sometimes positioning to Canada — could make these routes much more useful.
Air Canada Is Betting Big on International Travel
Air Canada describes Summer 2027 as its most extensive intercontinental expansion to date.
The airline expects to operate more than 125 international routes connecting Canada with destinations throughout the Atlantic, Pacific, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and South America.
The expansion is being supported in part by Air Canada’s growing fleet of Airbus A321XLR and wide-body aircraft, with the airline also teasing future details about its upcoming Boeing 787-10 operations.
More aircraft entering the fleet could create additional routes, frequencies and potentially more opportunities for award travelers.
Takeaway
For points travelers, the new routes to Dubrovnik, Basel and Oslo stand out the most.
The introduction of the Airbus A321XLR is also important because it allows Air Canada to operate thinner transatlantic routes while still offering a premium cabin with lie-flat seats.
If you collect Aeroplan points or transferable credit card points, these Summer 2027 routes are worth putting on your radar now.
And remember: sometimes the best award flight isn’t from your home airport.
Positioning to Vancouver, Toronto or Montréal can unlock significantly more international award opportunities, especially if you’re flexible with your dates.
Bottom Line
Air Canada’s Summer 2027 expansion adds several exciting new options:
- Vancouver to Guangzhou
- Toronto to Oslo
- Toronto to Shannon
- Toronto to Nice
- Montréal to Basel
- Montréal to Dubrovnik
Combined with expanded service to Shanghai, London, Guatemala City, Tenerife and Lima, Air Canada is significantly strengthening its international network.
Flights are already available for purchase, although schedules remain subject to change.
For miles and points travelers, the next move is simple: watch Aeroplan award availability.
A new nonstop route is great. A new nonstop route booked with points in a lie-flat seat is even better.