The new route will be launched in December 2026, just in time for travellers to experience Japan’s world-recognized winter activities and experiences.
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Flights will operate from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Sapporo’s Chitose Hokkaido Airport (CTS) onboard Air Canada’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner with a choice of Signature Class, Premium Economy and Economy, three times weekly from December 2026 until March 2027. Check out the fares to our newest destination to Japan here. Seats are available for purchase now at aircanada.com, through travel agents and Air Canada Contact Centres.
Air Canada is the leading carrier offering the most seats between Canada and Japan. The airline’s new winter service to Sapporo complements existing year-round services to Tokyo-Narita and Tokyo-Haneda, and summer seasonal services to Osaka-Kansai. Air Canada is proud to feature Michelin-starred Chef Masaki Hashimoto as part of its culinary panel. Chef Hashimoto’s creations are offered as part of Air Canada’s Signature Class dining menu on all Air Canada flights between Canada and Japan.
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