Air Canada suspends 6 seasonal routes to the United States until March 27

Air Canada trims several U.S. routes

Air Canada is suspending a cluster of seasonal U.S. routes, with cuts spanning Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal service to cities including Sacramento, Raleigh-Durham, Charleston, Austin, JFK and Salt Lake City. Most of the changes are temporary and several are set to resume in 2027, the airline said.

Virgin Atlantic is also pausing London Heathrow-Seattle for winter 2026, with service due back March 27, 2027. The carrier said the change reflects demand shifts. Air Canada tied its cuts to steep jet fuel costs and weaker economics on some routes.

Who feels the cutbacks

The losses hit travelers who rely on direct links between secondary cities and major hubs. Digital nomads, expats and business travelers heading between Canada and the U.S. may need to route through Toronto, Vancouver or partner airlines instead.

Seasonal leisure markets take a hit too. Charleston, Raleigh and Austin all lose direct capacity during key travel windows, while passengers on the affected routes may face higher fares on replacement options. The changes also narrow choices for Seattle flyers bound for London.

What affected travelers should do

Air Canada said customers will be contacted automatically with rebooking options or refunds. Travelers shouldn't cancel on their own before checking the airline’s notice.

If you’re booked on one of the suspended routes, watch for schedule changes and compare alternatives early, since direct seats are likely to be limited. For broader travel updates, follow our visa updates page and read our full United States guide for the complete picture.