How to Book Travel on Air Canada

Air Canada, Canada's largest international airline, has a fleet of over 200 planes, including the Airbus A340, the Boeing 767 and the smaller Embraer 190. Travelers from North America can reach any part of the globe aboard this carrier. Here's how to book travel.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Book Airfare on Air Canada

1. Book airfare on Air Canada by using their extensive online reservation system or calling [phone] (see Resources below). The airline may charge you an extra fee for phone bookings.
2. Access last-minute airfare by calling Air Canada. Travelers can book flights to most major international airports up to two hours before departure.
3. Zip through Air Canada's airport check-in by checking in online and printing your boarding pass up to 24 hours before departure.
4. Research Air Canada's multilayered fare discounts. Advance reservations are required and these fares often impose limitations on reservation changes.

Enjoy You Flight on Air Canada

5. Shop on board for inexpensive souvenirs and travel necessities through Air Canada's duty-free catalog. Everything from cologne to Air Canada apparel is available to travelers at prices below retail.
6. In economy-class seating travelers receive a blanket and pillow to use with reclining seats. Individual reading lights are available.
7. In Air Canada's Executive first-class, travelers can change their seat position with electronic seat controls. Individual seating compartments allow greater room and comfort. But it's expensive.

Understand Special Services and Rules of Air Canada

8. Request special meals aboard Air Canada at least 72 hours before departure. Travelers who want a special meal (such as vegetarian or diabetic) must order in advance (at no extra charge).
9. Adhere to Air Canada's checked luggage rules. Economy-class passengers can bring aboard two bags with a total maximum weight of 46 kilograms. First-class passengers can bring three bags aboard totaling 69 kilograms.
10. Travelers cannot bring pets aboard the plane; they must be housed in a caged carrier. Check whether your destination allows you to bring pets into the country without imposing a quarantine.

Tips & Warnings

• Booking online helps you gain access to special deals and a wider range of flight options.

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