Simple Flying reports that Air Canada (加拿大航空) is launching a new route to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operated by the Airbus A321XLR, with an approximate flight time of 8 hours. A twist to the schedule involves early morning departures that arrive in London late in the evening. Connections via the Toronto hub reportedly offer seamless US preclearance for passengers.
At this time, specific launch dates and frequencies have not been disclosed by the publication. The report, dated September 5, 2026, provides an overview of the innovative scheduling and its stated benefits for travelers connecting onward to the United States.
