Canada Travel in Turbulence as New Dozens of Flights Are Canceled, Disrupting Trips at Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver, Halifax Stanfield, Calgary and More Airport
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Saturday, August 2, 2025
Travel turbulence continues across Canada’s major airports, stranding thousands during the peak summer travel season. On August 1, 2025, Air Canada, WestJet, and Porter Airlines collectively reported 35 cancellations and 333 delays at Toronto Pearson, Montreal-Trudeau, and Vancouver International airports. The disruptions were primarily due to severe weather conditions and ongoing labor disputes. Calgary International Airport (YYC), one of Canada’s busiest airports, has experienced numerous flight delays recently, affecting both domestic and international travelers. Los Angeles, Chicago, Las Vegas, London Heathrow, Paris and more flights were delayed. Notable delays include Air Canada Flight AC144 to Los Angeles, which was delayed from its original 21:30 departure, and WestJet Flight WS1552 to Seattle, delayed at 18:23. Additionally, WestJet Flight WS125 to Vancouver, initially set for 18:00, also faced a delay. These delays are attributed to technical issues, weather conditions, and operational challenges, with Air Canada Flight AC227 to Vancouver being canceled altogether. In addition Ottawa and Detroit flights were also cancelled. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), the largest in Canada, has also been plagued by cancellations and delays, including Air Canada Flight AC311 to Vancouver, which was canceled at 18:00, and WestJet Flight WS3183 to Victoria, which faced delays. Another significant cancellation was Air Canada Flight AC7979 to Toronto Bishop, originally scheduled for 20:10. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) saw its share of disruptions, with Air Canada Flight AC8583 to Detroit being canceled, and Air Canada Flight AC7979 to Toronto Bishop also facing cancellations. Weather, staffing, and air traffic control issues were cited as the causes. Billy Bishop Airport has also been subjected to cancellations and delays. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has struggled with delays as well, particularly on Air Canada Flight AC115 to Toronto, delayed at 16:07, and WestJet Flight WS3184 to Victoria, delayed at 19:29. The city’s weather, especially during winter, often contributes to operational slowdowns. Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), with fewer flights but frequent weather-related delays, saw Air Canada Flight AC612 delayed from 20:29 to 21:55 and Flair Airlines Flight F400 delayed until 01:46. These widespread delays and cancellations have caused significant inconvenience for travelers across Canadian airports.
On August 1, 2025, Air Canada, WestJet, and Porter Airlines experienced significant disruptions, with 35 flight cancellations and 333 delays across major Canadian airports including Toronto Pearson, Montreal-Trudeau, and Vancouver International. The cancellations affected both domestic and international routes, including key destinations like Vancouver, Montreal, New York, and Toronto. Weather conditions, labor disputes, and operational issues were contributing factors, causing frustration for thousands of passengers. Toronto Pearson faced the highest number of delays, followed by Montreal and Vancouver. Travelers were left scrambling to rebook flights, while airline staff worked to manage the growing backlog. Passengers are advised to check flight statuses regularly and remain flexible in light of ongoing disruptions.
