Air Canada to Launch Flights to Palma de Mallorca with its New Airbus A321XLR Starting Summer 2026
Air Canada announced that it will inaugurate its first route to Palma de Mallorca from Montreal in June 2026, operated with the modern Airbus A321XLR. This will be the first international destination opened thanks to the arrival of these aircraft, deliveries of which will begin in the first quarter of 2026.
Airbus A321XLR, a “Game Changer” for Air Canada
Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Air Canada, emphasized that the incorporation of this model signifies a new stage of international growth: “The imminent arrival of the Airbus A321XLR marks the next phase in Air Canada’s global expansion. This revolutionary narrow-body aircraft allows us to open new destinations, offering an operational range similar to a wide-body with an enhanced onboard product,” he highlighted.
With this move, Air Canada becomes the first Canadian airline to offer direct service to the Spanish island, renowned for its beaches, cultural heritage, and historical richness.
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Cabin Details and Seat Configuration
The A321XLR will be the airline’s first narrow-body aircraft to feature lie-flat seats in Business Class. The configuration includes a total of 182 seats: 14 in Signature Class and 168 in Economy Class.
This model will also mark the beginning of a new standard for interior design in Air Canada’s fleet, offering a renewed travel experience on both short and long-haul routes.
Route Expansion with the A321XLR
In addition to the debut in Mallorca, Air Canada will use the A321XLR to strengthen existing connections:
- Montreal — Toulouse: Year-round regular flights.
- Montreal — Edinburgh: Seasonal service to resume in 2026 with an enhanced product.
As more aircraft are delivered, additional routes from Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax, among other Canadian cities, will be added.
Flight Schedule between Montreal and Palma de Mallorca
– Flight AC 924:
Departure: Montreal 18:45
Arrival: Palma de Mallorca 08:25 (+1 day)
Operation: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Season: June 17 — October 23, 2026
– Flight AC 925:
Departure: Palma de Mallorca 12:15
Arrival: Montreal 15:10
Operation: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Season: June 18 — October 24, 2026
Growing Fleet
Air Canada confirmed the acquisition of 30 Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The first will arrive in 2026 under lease from Air Lease Corporation, and throughout that year the company expects to receive up to 10 additional units.
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