Air Canada Resumes Service Between Ottawa and London Heathrow

Air Canada has today announced the restart of service between Ottawa and London Heathrow.  For summer 2025, Air Canada will serve Heathrow from six Canadian cities, with up to 63 weekly flights.

Air Canada Celebrates the Restart of Service Between Ottawa and London Heathrow - Courtesy Air Canada

On Tuesday (April 1, 2025), Air Canada announced the restart of service between Ottawa and London Heathrow.  A celebration today in Ottawa was attended by airline team members and other stakeholders prior to the departure of flight AC888 aboard Air Canada’s flagship Boeing 787 Dreamliner.  For summer 2025, Air Canada will serve London Heathrow from six Canadian cities, with up to 63 weekly flights.  Inbound travelers to London Heathrow will also enjoy a wide range of connections across Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa.

In Tuesday’s announcement, Air Canada’s EVP – Revenue and Network Planning and President of Cargo, Mark Galardo, said,

“We are thrilled to resume our Ottawa trans-Atlantic services linking Canada's capital city and London Heathrow, home to one of the world’s most iconic travel destinations and international gateways.  With the wide array of connections available at Heathrow throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India and more, Air Canada's Ottawa-Heathrow flights offer easy international flight options to and from Canada's National Capital region.  We are proud to support international business and corporate travel, tourism, people visiting friends and family, and we look forward to welcoming our customers onboard.”

Also commenting on the restart of London Heathrow service, Ottawa International Airport Authority’s President and CEO, Susan Margles, added,

“The return of non-stop flights between Ottawa and London Heathrow is a game-changer for our region.  This vital air link strengthens economic ties, fosters tourism, and reinforces Ottawa-Gatineau’s connection to European markets and beyond.”

Air Canada's Schedule Between Ottawa and London Heathrow - Courtesy Air Canada/CNW

Air Canada is Canada’s largest domestic and international airline.  The Canadian flag carrier is a founding member of the Star Alliance and holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax.  Air Canada provides scheduled passenger service to 180 airports in Canada, the United States, and internationally on six continents.  Through the carrier’s Aeroplan loyalty program, customers can earn and redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines.  Air Canada Cargo offers air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents with a dedicated fleet of 767-300 Freighters and passenger aircraft belly hold capacity.  Additionally, the airline has committed to a net zero emissions goal from all global operations by 2050.

Source: Air Canada/CNW