Air Canada to connect the capital region with Montréal, Canada, in summer 2026

Air Canada is launching a new long-haul connection to BER this summer. Between 3 July 2026 and 11 October 2026, the airline will connect the capital region non-stop with Montréal, Canada's second-largest city. Three times a week, every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, Canada's largest airline will take off from BER bound for Canada. Air Canada offers numerous connecting flights within North America via its hub in Montréal.

For the first time at BER: Airbus A321 XLR

Air Canada will fly an Airbus A321 XLR (Extra Long Range) on the route. This modern and efficient aircraft model is set to be used at BER for the first time. It has 182 seats, 14 of which are in Business Class and 168 in Economy Class. The flight time from BER is 8 hours and 40 minutes, and one hour less in the opposite direction.

“We are delighted to welcome Air Canada, a globally renowned airline, to BER. At the same time, the new Airbus A321 XLR will be used for scheduled services in Germany and at BER for the first time. This type of aircraft enables long-haul connections to be operated with great efficiency. This represents a great opportunity to expand connectivity in the capital region,” says Aletta von Massenbach, CEO of Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH. “Montréal also offers travellers attractive experiences and holiday opportunities in a country that is particularly popular with tourists, as well as a wide range of connecting flights.” 

Statements on the new route

“We are delighted to announce this new route to Berlin, a vibrant and innovative capital at the heart of Europe. This reflects our continued commitment to strengthening ties between Germany and Canada, offering more travel opportunities for our customers,” said Jean-Christophe Herault, Regional Sales Manager for Germany, Switzerland & Austria. “With this new service, operated using our brand new A321 XLR aircraft, travellers will be able to benefit from Air Canada’s entire network in Canada, the United States and beyond.”

BER – Montréal flight schedule overview

Departure from BER – Flight days Wed/Fri/Sun at 11:30 AM – Arrival at YUL at 2:10 PM
Departure from YUL – Flight days Tue/Thu/Sat at 8:30 PM – Arrival at BER at 10:15 AM the following day

For more information on the region's economic development or support for businesses, investors, and research institutions, please contact:

Sandra Koletzki ​​​​​​ | sandra.koletzki(at)airport-region.de

(Source: Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH, 11|25|2025 | “Air Canada to connect the capital region with Montréal, Canada, in summer 2026 | 
New aircraft type in use on long-haul flights at BER for the first time”)