In total, Iberia will offer 37,000 seats between Madrid and Toronto during the upcoming summer season.
This launch is part of Flight Plan 2030, Iberia’s strategic roadmap for the coming years, which includes a €6 billion investment in fleet renewal and expansion—growing from the current 48 long-haul aircraft to 70—digitalization of services, enhanced customer experience, and the opening of new destinations.
“This launch is part of our Flight Plan 2030, through which we continue to expand our long-haul network and strengthen our presence in North America. Toronto will be our 49th destination in our network, marking a milestone in Iberia’s history. This connection will bring Canada closer to Spain and Europe, while offering Canadian travellers more options to discover our country and the European continent with the best experience. Operating this route with the Airbus A321XLR is not just an operational decision, but a statement of principles: innovation, efficiency, and sustainability are the pillars on which we build our future.”, said María Jesús López Solás, Iberia’s Chief Commercial, Network Development and Alliances Officer.
“We are thrilled to welcome Iberia to Toronto Pearson, marking an exciting new connection between Toronto and Spain,” said Deborah Flint, President & CEO, Toronto Pearson. “With nearly 70,000 passengers travelling yearly between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, this new partnership will strengthen our global network and give travellers even more options to experience Spain’s vibrant culture, while also enhancing connectivity to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.”
The new Toronto route will be operated by the Airbus A321XLR, the most modern aircraft in Iberia’s fleet for transatlantic flights. Iberia was the launch airline for this model, which has become one of the most efficient on the market, delivering up to 40% fuel savings compared to wide-body aircraft. This capability enables transatlantic routes with a single-aisle aircraft while maintaining the high comfort standards of Iberia’s long-haul fleet.