Published on
September 21, 2025
Air Canada and other carriers are facing significant disruptions, leaving passengers stranded across multiple routes. 17 cancellations have been reported, severely impacting travel across Canada, the US, Italy, and Switzerland. Major airports in Toronto, Los Angeles, Venice, and Geneva are among the hardest-hit, with flights grounded and passengers left uncertain about their travel plans. Air Canada and its subsidiary, Air Canada Rouge, are the primary carriers affected by these disruptions, leaving travelers frustrated and scrambling to find alternatives.
The situation has caused widespread confusion, with many passengers facing long delays and uncertainty about rescheduling their flights. As the airline works to resolve these issues, affected travelers are advised to stay updated and take necessary steps to minimize the impact on their journeys.
Total Delays and Cancellations
In total, 17 cancellations is experienced by the 2 airlines of Canada, while they faced a total of 78 delayed flights. Air Canada reported 13 cancellations and 58 delays, accounting for 10% of its scheduled flights. Meanwhile, Air Canada Rouge experienced 4 cancelled flights and 20 delays, which equates to a 15% delay rate across its network. These delays have caused ripple effects throughout the airline’s network, impacting airports and cities in Canada and beyond.
Affected Airports, Cities, and Countries
The disruptions have been felt at major airports, including Toronto Pearson International (CYYZ), Montreal-Trudeau International (CYUL), Vancouver International (CYVR), Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International (CYOW), Calgary International (CYYC), and Winnipeg International (CYWG) in Canada. Several international airports were also impacted, including Geneva Cointrin International (GVA) in Switzerland, Marco Polo International (VCE) in Venice, Italy, Los Angeles International (KLAX), Houston Bush Intercontinental (KIAH), and Newark Liberty International (KEWR) in the US.
Air Canada Cancelled FlightsOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeMarco Polo Int’l (VCE / LIPZ)Montreal-Trudeau (CYUL)Sat 12:30 PM CESTGeneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG)Montreal-Trudeau (CYUL)Sat 12:50 PM CESTNewark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 07:55 AM EDTHouston Bush Int’ctl (KIAH)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 07:30 AM CDTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Newark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Sat 08:45 AM EDTLos Angeles Intl (KLAX)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Sat 06:10 AM PDTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Sat 09:10 AM EDTNewark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 11:10 AM EDTVancouver Int’l (CYVR)Winnipeg Int’l (CYWG)Sat 08:15 AM PDTLic. Benito Juarez Int’l (MEX / MMMX)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 12:20 PM CSTWinnipeg Int’l (CYWG)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 01:45 PM CDTVancouver Int’l (CYVR)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 03:55 PM PDTCalgary Int’l (CYYC)Montreal-Trudeau (CYUL)Sun 01:20 AM MDTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Sun 09:10 AM EDTVancouver Int’l (CYVR)Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Sun 08:55 AM PDTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Sun 12:10 PM EDTOttawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sun 02:10 PM EDTOttawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Sun 06:10 PM EDTVancouver Int’l (CYVR)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sun 03:55 PM PDTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Mon 06:25 AM EDT
Air Canada RougeOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeRegina Int’l (CYQR)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Fri 07:25 PM CSTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Charlottetown (CYYG)Sat 08:40 AM EDTCharlottetown (CYYG)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 12:40 PM ADTToronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Halifax Int’l (CYHZ)Sat 02:10 PM EDTHalifax Int’l (CYHZ)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sat 06:15 PM ADTWhat Affected Passengers Can Do Now
For passengers facing delays or cancellations, it is important to stay informed and proactive. Here are a few steps that affected travelers can take:
Check Flight Status Regularly: Always monitor your flight’s status on the official Air Canada or Air Canada Rouge website or app. Airlines typically provide real-time updates on cancellations or delays.Contact Customer Service: If your flight has been cancelled or significantly delayed, reach out to the airline’s customer service for assistance. They can help with rebooking or offer compensation where applicable.Sign Up for Alerts: Passengers can sign up for flight status alerts via email or SMS to receive immediate notifications of changes.Know Your Rights: Depending on your location and the duration of the delay, you may be entitled to compensation under government regulations. Check with the airline or your local consumer protection agency for more information.Consider Travel Insurance: If your trip is affected by cancellations or delays, travel insurance can help cover additional expenses such as accommodation, meals, or alternate transportation.Conclusion
With the high volume of delays and cancellations reported by Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge, passengers are facing uncertain travel conditions. As the airline works to resolve the disruptions, passengers are advised to stay informed and follow the necessary steps to mitigate the impact of these travel issues. Given the total delays of 58 for Air Canada and 20 for Air Canada Rouge, it’s crucial for travelers to keep up-to-date with the latest information from the airline and take necessary actions to ensure their travel plans are as smooth as possible.
Source: FlightAware
Image Credit: Air Canada
