- Only Non-Stop Service Between Thailand and North America
- Four-times weekly, seasonal flights from Bangkok until March 26
Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline, announced today that the inaugural flight for their non-stop service to Bangkok, Thailand has already departed from Vancouver
making it the first North American carrier to provide the fastest route from Southeast Asia to North America within only 13 hours. The first flight from Vancouver will arrive at Suvarnabhumi International Airport at 5:55 AM on Saturday, December 3, 2022 while the first flight from Bangkok to Vancouver will depart Bangkok at 8:30 AM on Sunday, December 4, 2022 local time.
Mark Galardo, Senior Vice President, Network Planning and Revenue Management, at Air Canada, said, “We are thrilled to launch Air Canada’s first non-stop service to Southeast Asia and the only non-stop flight between North America and Thailand. Bangkok is also one of the most visited destinations globally, and we have optimized connections to and from our trans-Pacific hub at Vancouver to give customers convenient travel options to explore this exciting city renowned for its history, cuisine and culture, or to conduct international business trade.
Jeff Nankivell, President and CEO of the Asia-Pacific Foundation of Canada said, “We are excited to support Air Canada as our country’s flag carrier launches its new international service connecting Vancouver and Bangkok, the only direct flight between North America and Thailand. This new route comes at an exciting time. As the Government of Canada rolls out its ambitious new Indo-Pacific Strategy for heightened engagement with the people and economies of this dynamic region, Southeast Asia has been identified as playing a central role in Canada’s plans to step up its game in Asia over the next decade, and beyond.”
Kiyo Weiss, Director, Sales-Asia & Pacific at Air Canada
Kiyo Weiss, Director, Sales-Asia & Pacific at Air Canada, said, “This new service from Vancouver is another step in our ambition to develop this hub into one of the most important trans-Pacific gateways in North America. And for US-bound customers, we are confident that passengers can take advantage of US customs pre-clearance while in transit in Vancouver to many US gateway destinations from Los Angeles, New York and much more with perfectly time connections to more than 51 airports in the US. We look forward to welcoming our customers onboard.”
International Service Highlights
At Vancouver International Airport, Air Canada’s Signature Suite is available to eligible customers, offering a private, premium experience prior to departure. Air Canada Chauffeur Service is offered, where eligible connecting International Air Canada Signature Class customers arriving from within Canada will be met by a Concierge before being whisked away on the tarmac in a hybrid or electric Porsche vehicle to the distinctive Air Canada Signature Suite. Chauffeur Service offers an
unsurpassed airport Premium experience in Canada for International Air Canada Signature Class customers connecting through Toronto Pearson and Vancouver International Airports.
Air Canada has elevated its International Economy Class dining experience to reflect Canada’s culinary talent and tastes from our global network of destinations. Economy Class dining on all international flights departing Canada is being revamped to feature a hot entree created for Air Canada by renowned Montreal Chef Jérôme Ferrer, a member of Air Canada’s culinary panel. An additional appetizer reflecting destination cuisine is also being presented with all meals, and a
separate dessert service will follow.
Air Canada Signature Class features culinary creations by award-winning Vancouver-based chef David Hawksworth, which are complemented by a selection of top wines chosen by leading Canadian sommelier, Véronique Rivest.
Air Canada Signature Class customers will be presented with amenity kits in partnership with Acqua Di Parma featuring stylish amenity bags containing Acqua Di Parma luxury skincare products plus an oversized eye mask, socks, dental products and 3M earplugs for additional comfort and personal care.
Customers in International Premium Economy Class will enjoy reusable amenity totes containing an eye mask, socks and dental products providing for a more refreshed journey.
All customers have the opportunity to collect and redeem Aeroplan points when travelling with Air Canada, and eligible customers have access to priority check-in, Maple Leaf Lounges, priority boarding and other benefits.
Interested customers can learn more about this service at aircanada.com, aircanada.com/Aeroplan, on the Air Canada App, Air Canada’s contact centres, or contact Holidays Tour & Travels (GSA) Co.,Ltd, Air Canada’s General Sales Agent in Thailand at 0 2632 6620
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About Air Canada
Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled passenger service directly to 50 airports in Canada, 47 in the United States and 69 internationally. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner
network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental rewards. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger flights and cargo-only flights with its fleet of Boeing 767-300 freighters. Air Canada has committed to a net zero emissions goal from all global operations by 2050.
