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The airlines return increases supply, improves connections to North America and Europe, and reinforces the countrys positioning as a competitive destination.The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) highlighted the return of Air Canada to Peru, with the restart of its direct routes Lima-Toronto and Lima-Montreal, each with two weekly frequencies.
This important announcement, after two years of absence, marks a new milestone in the countrys connectivity with North America and significantly boosts the flow of international tourists to our territory.
The routes began operations on December 5, 2025, with modern Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, aircraft with capacity for 255 passengers, distributed in 20 seats in signature class, 21 in premium economy and 214 in economy class, offering a comfortable, efficient and world-standard travel experience.
Minister Teresa Mera pointed out that the return of Air Canada not only strengthens the connection between Peru and Canada, but also expands connectivity to Europe, given that Toronto and Montreal serve as strategic hubs for the airline to multiple European destinations. The entry of this operator increases travel possibilities, improves connection times and positions our country as a competitive and accessible destination for long-haul sending markets, reflecting confidence in the dynamism and potential of the Peruvian market, he commented.
With the joint presence of Air Canada and Air Transat, Peru now has two Canadian airlines offering direct services, which increases competition and expands the alternatives for foreign tourists interested in visiting our country.
Mincetur highlighted this achievement as a result of the articulating and permanent work with airlines and actors in the sector, reaffirming its commitment to promoting tourism and strengthening Perus international air connectivity.
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN TRADE AND TOURISM
