Air India is set to enhance its operations in Canada for the 2026-27 winter season, introducing new routes and upgraded aircraft to better serve travelers.
Air India has announced significant expansions to its operations in Canada for the upcoming 2026-27 winter season. This includes the launch of a new seasonal non-stop service connecting Toronto and Mumbai, as well as the introduction of its latest Boeing 787-9 aircraft on flights between Toronto and Delhi.
The airline commenced operations of the Boeing 787-9 on the Toronto-Delhi route on August 1, 2023. As part of the winter schedule, seven out of ten weekly flights on this route will utilize the new aircraft. The remaining three weekly flights, which are currently serviced by Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, are expected to transition to the Boeing 787-9 starting in January 2027, as additional aircraft are integrated into the fleet.
According to Air India, from January 2027, all flights to and from Toronto will feature either new or upgraded cabin interiors, enhancing the travel experience for passengers.
In addition to the Toronto-Delhi route, Air India will introduce a seasonal non-stop service between Toronto and Mumbai. This route will operate three times a week from October 25, 2026, through March 26, 2027. Notably, Air India will be the only airline offering direct flights between these two cities during the winter season.
The Toronto-Mumbai route will be serviced by Boeing 777-300ER aircraft equipped with upgraded cabins. These aircraft will feature eight First Class suites, 40 Business Class flat-bed seats, and 280 Economy seats, along with onboard WiFi for passenger convenience.
With the addition of these services, Air India anticipates an increase in capacity between Canada and India by approximately 4,400 seats per month. The airline also projects a 71% rise in premium seating capacity from Toronto during the winter season.
Overall, during the 2026-27 winter schedule, Air India plans to operate a total of 20 weekly flights between Canada and India. This includes ten weekly flights between Toronto and Delhi, three weekly flights between Toronto and Mumbai, and seven weekly flights between Vancouver and Delhi.
This expansion reflects Air India’s commitment to enhancing connectivity between Canada and India, catering to the growing demand for travel between the two countries.
For more details, refer to India West.