AIR CANADA WILL FLY DIRECT FROM VANCOUVER TO MANILA IN 2025

(SPOT.ph) Good news: Vancouver and Manila will soon become a tad closer to each other starting April 2025, as Air Canada launches direct roundtrip flights to Manila.

Manila is now officially on the Canadian flag carrier's roster of flights and is the airline's first destination in the Philippines. Whether you're visiting family and friends or are keen on touring British Columbia (B.C.), this new flight route now offers you a chance to skip the long layovers and fly non-stop to this bustling seaport city. 

Check out what we know so far about this upcoming flight route.

Also read: 10 Exciting Things to Do in Canada

Here's what we know about the upcoming Air Canada flights from Vancouver to Manila and vice-versa:

In a statement to the media, Air Canada's Executive Vice President, Revenue and Network Planning, Mark Galardo said, "We are thrilled to add Manila to our global network with new, year-round, non-stop service from Vancouver, Air Canada's Pacific gateway hub."

The Philippines is currently Air Canada's largest market in Asia without any direct flights from the airline. However, after its April 2 launch, Air Canada will become the only Canadian carrier to serve the Vancouver-Manila-Vancouver route. This will be the airline's 12th destination in the Asia-Pacific region, joining other Asian destinations like Japan, South Korea, People's Republic of China, Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, and Singapore.

"B.C. is home to a significant Filipino Canadian community who make incredible contributions to our province and want to stay connected to friends and family overseas. A new direct route between Vancouver and Manila will make it faster and easier for people to travel between these two cities, including for business and trade opportunities. This will strengthen cultural and economic ties between Canada and the Philippines," said B.C. Premier David Eby in a statement to the media.

Interested travelers can begin booking their flights via the Air Canada website, travel agencies, and Air Canada contact centers. Currently, if you visit the Air Canada website, you can find roundtrip flights to and from Vancouver for as low as CAD 1,375 or roughly P56,630.

Here's the schedule of Air Canada flights starting April 2025:

Air Canada flights on the Vancouver-Manila-Vancouver route will be on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft featuring economy, premium economy, and signature class with lie-flat seating.

Each seat is fitted with Air Canada's complimentary in-flight entertainment options, featuring 1,400 hours of movies, 1,900 hours of television shows, and more than 60 hours of music and podcasts. 

Flights on Air Canada from April 2 to April 30, 2025

Flight AC 17: Vancouver to Manila

• Leaves Vancouver every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• ETD Vancouver: 1:55 a.m.
• ETA Manila: 6:20 a.m. (+1 day)
• Arrives at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1

Flight AC 18: Manila to Vancouver

• Leaves Manila every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
• ETD Manila: 9:25 a.m.
• ETA Vancouver: 6:20 a.m.
• Departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1

Flights on Air Canada from May 1, 2025 onwards

Flight AC 17: Vancouver to Manila

• Leaves Vancouver every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
• ETD Vancouver: 1:55 a.m.
• ETA Manila: 6:20 a.m. (+1 day)
• Arrives at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1

Flight AC 18: Manila to Vancouver

• Leaves Manila every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
• ETD Manila: 9:25 a.m.
• ETA Vancouver: 6:20 a.m.
• Departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1

Air Canada is Canada's largest airline and is currently ranked 29 in SKYTRAX's World Airline Awards 2024. It's also a founding member of Star Alliance, the world's most comprehensive air transportation network. 

Things to do in Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver is located in Western Canada and is one of the most populated cities in the region of British Columbia. It blends a bustling urban cityscape with natural wonders, making it ideal for both adventure tourists and city-dwellers. 

Some must-not-miss attractions include the Stanley Park Seawall, the world's longest uninterrupted waterfront path, and the Bloedel Conservatory, an indoor tropical paradise home to over 200 free-flying exotic birds and over 500 exotic plants and flowers. A visit to the VanDusen Botanical Garden, a 55-acre park home to a variety of sights including sculptures from artists like Bill Reid, David Marchall, and Sebastian.

Outdoorsy folk can also enjoy panoramic views from Grouse Mountain and Kitsilano Beach.

Culture buffs will also enjoy Vancouver's Museum of Antropology and the lively neighborhoods of Gastown and Yaletown.

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2024-12-06T08:01:10Z