With Canada Day celebrations having just taken place and Air Canada taking off with its bumper schedule from Dublin, there has never been a better time to visit and immerse yourself in the culture and cuisine of the country.
Air Canada added additional summer flights from Dublin to Montréal and Vancouver, complimenting existing year-round flights to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. Demand for Canada from Ireland continues to soar, as Irish customers seek Canadian adventures this summer. The North American country’s mix of wilderness and historic cities, alongside the welcoming and accepting culture means Canada should be at the top of customers’ lists this summer.
Increased Schedule
With Canada ‘hotting’ up as one of 2025’s best travel destinations, Air Canada has boosted its Canadian connections, offering customers in Ireland unrivalled access to some of North America’s best cities. Air Canada’s increased frequencies to Montréal and Vancouver, complementing the daily Toronto service provides an extra three flights per week during the peak summer from Dublin Airport to Canada compared to summer 2024.
Vancouver
The popular Dublin to Vancouver route will not only increase up to five times per week during peak summer, but will also have an extended operating season, firming up Air Canada’s position as the only airline connecting Dublin and British Columbia.
Departing Dublin at 9.20am, the flight lands into Vancouver just under nine hours later. Customers can then return to Dublin from Vancouver at 3:05pm, landing into Dublin at 7.45 am. Air Canada’s flights have been operated by the airline’s fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners since 2 May 2025.
Customers are also in luck with the airline extending the operating season of the route all the way through to October.
British Columbia is Canada’s most Western province, situated between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, boasting unspoilt scenery, beautiful nature, and a unique arts scene, making it the perfect gateway for an Alaskan cruise or autumnal adventure.
Montréal
Dublin Airport has received another Canadian boost, with Air Canada increasing its summer schedule to Montréal up to four times a week, offering customers the chance to swap pints for poutine. The summer seasonal route has increased to four times a week, departing Dublin Airport at 9.20am and arriving into Montréal six and a half hours later. Return flights depart at 8.40pm landing into Dublin Airport at 7.45am, the following morning.
With flights now firmly in the air this summer, Irish customers are now able to reach the city in just over six hours and have the flexibility to explore Quebec, Canada’s French-speaking province, at their own pace.
Known for its blend of European charm and North American attitude, Montréal boasts world-class history, cultural diversity, culinary riches and artistic creativity.
Toronto
The ever-popular city of Toronto is served from Dublin Airport by Air Canada’s year-round flights, which are being upgraded to daily over the summer peak and will be the only flight between the two cities operated on a roomy wide-body aircraft.
As Canada’s largest city, Toronto’s dynamic energy and forward-thinking spirit make it a key destination for both leisure and corporate travellers.
Toronto is situated on Lake Ontario, meaning the natural wonder, Niagara Falls, is just a short trip away.
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From Dublin, Air Canada flies its state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner, meaning customers have the choice of three cabins when flying with the flag carrier of Canada, tailored to suit their needs.
Return fares from Dublin start at €563 to Vancouver, €495 to Montreal and €402 to Toronto, including taxes and charges.
Canada Day
There is no better time to book your holiday, with the recent annual national holiday, Canada Day, celebrated on 1 July. Canada Day celebrates the history, culture and values of the country, with celebrations from coast to coast.
Whether you fancy parading down Toronto’s streets, enjoying an outdoor concert in Montréal, or simply watching the fireworks in Vancouver, it has never been a better time to visit Canada and celebrate its ties with Ireland.
Canada Day was also celebrated in Dublin, by the Irish Canadian society hosting a picnic to toast Canada at the Airfield Estate. Later in the year the annual Terry Fox run, a Canadian tradition now rooted in Dublin will be hosted, raising money for the Irish Cancer society.
