Published on
September 21, 2025
Flight cancellations across key routes in Canada have caused significant disruptions for travelers on September 21, 2025. Airlines including Air Canada and Vueling Airlines have had to cancel flights to and from major airports in cities like Calgary, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Ottawa. Passengers are facing delays and rebookings, leading to frustration and confusion. The cancellation of numerous flights, including those between Calgary and Montreal or Toronto, has left travelers scrambling for alternatives. As airlines try to manage the aftermath, it’s clear that this situation will have both short-term and long-term effects on the travel experience.
This disruption has been felt most acutely by those traveling for business or personal commitments. Families, business professionals, and tourists have all been impacted by the unpredictability of air travel. While airlines have provided rebooking options and compensation in some cases, many passengers have had to deal with the inconvenience of waiting hours for answers or dealing with extended delays.
Cancellation Cause
The exact reasons behind these cancellations remain unclear, but multiple factors likely contributed to the disruptions. Airline sources have hinted that operational challenges and technical glitches, including issues with aircraft maintenance and crew scheduling, may have played a significant role. Furthermore, delays in air traffic control, weather conditions, and airport congestion are common causes that often compound these issues.
Key Affected Routes and Airports
Several important routes have been significantly affected by the cancellations, with high traffic airports such as Calgary International (CYYC), Toronto Pearson International (CYYZ), Montreal-Trudeau International (CYUL), Vancouver International (CYVR), and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International (CYOW) experiencing the brunt of the disruptions.
The most affected routes include:
Calgary to Montreal: Passengers hoping to travel between Calgary and Montreal faced multiple flight cancellations.Toronto to Vancouver: A high-demand route, where several departures were cancelled, causing a major ripple effect.Ottawa to Vancouver: The Ottawa to Vancouver route also saw delays and cancellations that affected travelers’ schedules.Toronto to Ottawa: Shorter flights between these two cities were disrupted as well, leading to issues for both business and leisure travelers.Brussels to Barcelona: An important route, faced multiple flight cancellations.
List of the cancelled flights by Air Canada:
Flight NumberAircraft TypeDeparture AirportArrival AirportDeparture TimeACA316A333Calgary Int’l (CYYC)Montreal-Trudeau (CYUL)Sun 01:20AM MDTACA134A321Calgary Int’l (CYYC)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sun 07:10AM MDTACA183A321Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Sun 09:10AM EDTACA342B789Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Sun 08:55AM PDTACA452BCS3Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Sun 12:10PM EDTACA457BCS3Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sun 02:10PM EDTACA345B789Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Sun 06:10PM EDTACA122B789Vancouver Int’l (CYVR)Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Sun 03:55PM PDT
List of the cancelled flights by Vueling Airlines:Flight NumberAircraft TypeDeparture AirportArrival AirportDeparture TimeVLG1332A320Alicante (ALC / LEAL)Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Sun 10:25AM CESTVLG1333A320Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Alicante (ALC / LEAL)Sun 01:35PM CESTVLG1470A320Bilbao (BIO / LEBB)Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Sun 03:00PM CESTVLG8982A320Barcelona Int’l (BCN / LEBL)Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Sun 03:40PM CESTVLG1471A320Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Bilbao (BIO / LEBB)Sun 05:30PM CESTVLG8983A320Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Barcelona Int’l (BCN / LEBL)Sun 06:40PM CESTVLG8984A320Barcelona Int’l (BCN / LEBL)Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Sun 07:35PM CESTVLG8985A320Brussels (BRU / EBBR)Barcelona Int’l (BCN / LEBL)Sun 10:20PM CEST
Impact on Passengers
For the affected passengers, the situation has been a source of frustration. Many travelers had important meetings, flights to connect with family, or time-sensitive business trips. With flight schedules in disarray, they found themselves stranded or delayed, often for hours. Some passengers faced the added inconvenience of being stuck at airports without immediate options to rebook.
Impact on Tourism
The tourism sector has been hit hard by these cancellations. Popular destinations in Canada, including Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, rely on a steady stream of tourists. With many flights cancelled, tourists have had to alter their plans, leading to an immediate financial impact on local businesses, hotels, and attractions.
In addition, many travelers who had planned vacations in these cities have been forced to cancel or reschedule their trips. This not only results in lost revenue for local businesses but also impacts the overall experience of visiting these cities.
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, the situation is expected to improve, but the effects of the disruptions will be felt for some time. Airline officials have promised to resolve the current operational issues, and passengers are urged to check flight statuses before heading to the airport. While cancellations are expected to decrease as the week progresses, the airline industry must continue to address the underlying causes of these delays, including staffing shortages and maintenance issues, to prevent similar disruptions in the future.
Source: FlightAware
