What new long haul AC routes may we see in the next 5 or so years? AC currently operates 6 767, 25 777, 35 787 (+2 on order), and 8 A330 (+4 on order), which is a fairly large and very capable long haul fleet.

Could we see any of the following routes?

YYC - HKG

YYC - PVG

YYC - PEK

YVR - KUL

YVR - CGK

YVR - SIN (either AC operated or SQ operated & AC codeshare)

YUL - MXP (If Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo win the 2026 Olympic Bid, this route could reasonably come to fruition)

If AC decided to purchase the A350-900 ULR they would be able to operate routes like YYZ-SYD and YVR-CPT (even if it’s only twice a week or something) which could be quite successful.

None of the routes mentioned have any nonstop flight, meaning the addition of one would be beneficial for AC and *A. The 3 YYC to China routes would be very high demand, and the routes from YVR into Southeast Asia could prove quite successful with lots of Canadian tourists opting for trips to the region.

Do you think any of these routes are possible? Any other long haul routes you think are more likely/needed beforehand?