In a major development for international travel, Air India has reinstated its code-share agreement with Air Canada, marking a significant improvement in air connectivity between the two countries.
The update, reported by the NDTV Profit Desk, is expected to provide smoother travel, more flight options, and better network integration for passengers flying between India and Canada.
This renewed partnership comes at a time when travel demand is growing steadily among students, business travelers, and families with cross-border links.
What the Renewed Code-Share Agreement Means
A code-share agreement allows two airlines to sell seats on each other’s flights, giving passengers:
More route options
Single-ticket convenience
Better transit connections
Seamless baggage transfers
Reciprocal frequent-flyer benefits
With the reinstatement, both Air India and Air Canada will place their flight codes on select routes operated by each other.
Which Routes Benefit the Most?
The enhanced connectivity will benefit major India–Canada sectors such as:
Delhi ↔ Toronto
Delhi ↔ Vancouver
India (via Delhi) to major Canadian cities through Air Canada
Canada to tier-1 & tier-2 Indian cities via Air India’s domestic network
Indian students—especially those traveling to Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal—stand to gain from smoother connections.
Why This Matters for Passengers
The reinstated partnership improves travel experience in several ways:
✔ 1. One-ticket travel
Passengers can book a single itinerary even if part of the journey is on the partner airline.
✔ 2. Seamless baggage check-in
Bags get transferred automatically between connecting flights.
✔ 3. Frequent flyer perks
Eligible passengers can earn and redeem points across both networks.
✔ 4. More flight combinations
Travelers get access to multiple timing and routing choices.
✔ 5. Faster transit & fewer hassles
Coordinated operations reduce delays and airport confusion.
A Win for Students, Tourists & Business Travelers
Canada is home to one of the largest Indian diasporas in the world.
Each year:
Over 2 lakh Indian students fly to Canada
Thousands of families travel for reunions
Business and trade travel continues to rise
The reinstated agreement directly benefits these segments by improving accessibility and making journeys more convenient.
Strengthened Aviation Ties Between India and Canada
The move signals strengthening aviation cooperation after a period of disruptions and geopolitical friction.
With Air India expanding its international fleet under the Tata Group and Air Canada growing long-haul operations, this partnership is expected to expand further.
Conclusion
Air India’s reinstatement of its code-share agreement with Air Canada is a major win for travelers seeking smoother, safer, and more flexible travel between India and Canada.
With increased connectivity, single-ticket convenience, and better route options, passengers can look forward to a more comfortable international travel experience.
❓ FAQs
1. What is a code-share agreement?
A partnership where airlines share seats on each other’s flights to improve connectivity.
2. Which airlines are part of the reinstated agreement?
Air India and Air Canada.
3. What benefits do passengers get?
Seamless travel, single tickets, better connections, baggage transfer, and loyalty rewards.
4. When was this agreement reinstated?
In November 2025.
5. Will this add more flights between India and Canada?
It may not immediately increase flights but will significantly improve routing and convenience.
Published on : 22nd November
Published by : SMITA
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Source Credit: NDTV Profit Desk