Air India on Saturday announced the reinstatement of its codeshare partnership with Air Canada, which was suspended more than five years ago during the coronavirus pandemic. The codeshare agreement will enable Air India to offer passengers access to six points across Canada beyond its gateways at Vancouver and London (Heathrow). A codeshare partnership allows passengers to travel on a single ticket on different flights. Air India will place its 'AI' designator code on Air Canada-operated flights on these ro ...

Core Points - Emirates and Air Canada have renewed and expanded their strategic partnership, extending their agreement until December 31, 2032, which has already connected over 550,000 passengers across 56 codeshare routes [2][3][9] Partnership Expansion - The renewed deal aims to broaden cooperation, enhance services for passengers and cargo shippers, and introduce new Canadian gateways in the codeshare network [3][6] - The partnership supports Air Canada's daily Toronto–Dubai service and improves access to markets in the Indian subcontinent, Middle East, and Southeast Asia [4][5] Economic Impact - The partnership is expected to strengthen tourism and trade between the UAE and Canada, increase passenger choice, and expand cargo capacity between the Americas, Middle East, and Indian subcontinent [6][8] - Both airlines are exploring a potential cargo-focused joint venture to enhance global goods movement [6] Operational Enhancements - The extended agreement includes improved priority benefits for eligible travelers and closer operational coordination, with a future shift to Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport anticipated after 2032 [7] - The codeshare network has grown to 56 routes, providing Emirates' customers access to 37 destinations in Canada and the US, with new routes added this summer [8] Loyalty Programs - Air Canada and Emirates have integrated their loyalty programs, allowing Aeroplan members to earn and redeem points on Emirates flights and Emirates Skywards members to redeem on Air Canada's network [10][11] - The airlines plan to expand reciprocal redemptions to each other's Premium Economy cabins [11]