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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,051
Typical prices: C$ 900-C$ 1,167
KLM
Wed 16/9Wed 30/9
IST - YYZ • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,123
Typical prices: C$ 953-C$ 1,377
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/9Tue 22/9
IST - YYZ • Direct
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 791 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Pearson Intl (IST-YYZ)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Pearson Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Pearson Intl

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
KLM Logo
6:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.-
16h 15m
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10:55 p.m. - 1:20 a.m.-
19h 25m
C$ 1,051KLM
Mon, 14 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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1:55 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.-
13h 25m
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10:20 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.-
39h 15m
C$ 1,051LOT
Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov
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3:45 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.-
19h 25m
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5:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.-
45h 15m
C$ 1,051Multiple Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 28 Jun
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26h 55m
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14h 05m
C$ 1,051LOT
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 30 Nov
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1:55 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.-
33h 25m
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7:50 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.-
23h 00m
C$ 1,053Lufthansa
Sun, 31 Jan - Mon, 12 Jul
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6:20 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.-
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C$ 1,054Lufthansa
Fri, 18 Sep - Sat, 14 Nov
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25h 01m
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2:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.-
24h 45m
C$ 1,054Multiple Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Sat, 10 Jul
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6:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.-
17h 45m
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11h 40m
C$ 1,058Air Canada
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 7 Jan
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5:50 a.m. - 10:53 p.m.-
24h 03m
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9:25 p.m. - 6:10 p.m.-
12h 45m
C$ 1,063Air Canada
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
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16h 50m
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19h 25m
C$ 1,071KLM
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Pearson Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Pearson Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport from Istanbul Airport usually cost between C$ 1,240 and C$ 1,543 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,051 on LOT (13 Sep–20 Oct).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Istanbul Airport to Toronto, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Toronto, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost C$ 949 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,374 and C$ 1,335 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 1,088, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Pearson Intl

 
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Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

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Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Low season

April

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C$ 665
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Istanbul to Pearson Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Pearson Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to Toronto flights

  • Which airport in Toronto should I fly into from Istanbul with a better ground transportation system?

    Consider flying into Toronto Pearson Airport as it connects well to public transport. Toronto Pearson has short- and long-distance buses that offer transit from the airport to various regions in Toronto. The buses are available at the ground level of Terminal 1 and the Arrivals level of Terminal 3. The airport has Express trains offering transit from YYZ to downtown Toronto in about 25 minutes. The trains depart the YYZ station in YYZ every 15 minutes during weekdays and 30 minutes during weekends.

  • Which cities can I have a layover in when flying from Istanbul to Toronto Pearson International Airport?

    You can have one or more layovers depending on your schedule and preference. The layover city you have on this route depends on flight connectivity at that layover city, the airline you fly, and convenience in terms of travel time. Some common layover cities for flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto include Frankfurt (Air Canada and Lufthansa), London (British Airways and Air Canada), Amsterdam (KLM Royal Dutch and Turkish Airlines), and Paris (Air France and Turkish Airlines).

  • Which airlines fly sustainably from Istanbul to Toronto?

    On average, each passenger on a flight to Toronto from Istanbul emits 1830 kg of carbon. Air Canada, Air France, Lufthansa, Wizz Air, Air Transat, Pegasus Airlines, and KLM offer environmentally sustainable travel from Istanbul to Toronto. These airlines ensure environmental sustainability by participating in different programs such as waste recycling and carbon offsetting to reduce carbon emissions. The airlines also invest in various airplanes that reduce carbon emissions, such as fuel-efficient airplanes.

  • Which airline should I fly with along with my pet from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines flying to Toronto from Istanbul that is pet-friendly. The airline allows passengers to travel in the cabin with their pets, including dogs, cats, and birds. The airline has a weight limit of up to 8 kg for your pet and its carrier, and the carrier must not exceed 40 by 30 by 23 cm fitting under the seat.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport was C$ 665 for a one-way ticket and C$ 1,051 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    On your way to Toronto, you’ll fly out from Istanbul. You’ll be landing at Toronto Pearson Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    The Airbus A330-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to Toronto flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul Airport and Toronto, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Toronto, Air Transat or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Toronto are Air Transat and KLM. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,256 and an overall rating of 7.8, Air Transat is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 977 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Toronto from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Toronto with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Toronto from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,222 or less one-way and C$ 1,595 or less round-trip.
  • Istanbul has two main airports: Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). However, the main airport offering most of the flights from Istanbul is IST. When flying to Toronto from Istanbul, consider flying from IST, which has more airlines operating to and from the airport and more flights to Toronto.
  • Two airports mainly serve Toronto: Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). However, flights from Istanbul land at YYZ, as YTZ primarily handles domestic and regional flights. Therefore, consider YYZ when flying to Toronto from IST because of the flight options available.
  • If you have limited mobility, consider flying into YYZ, which prioritizes accessibility and has facilities to ensure easy movement for all passengers. The airport has transfer aids and boarding wheelchairs for passengers with limited mobility, visual paging, visual display monitors, tactile pathways, and hearing loops for those with visual and hearing impairments.
  • If you are flying from the European side of Istanbul, including the Golden Horn and Western Suburbs, consider flying from Istanbul Airport. SAW is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, therefore ideal for flights to Toronto from regions including Pendik, Kalamis, Beylerbi, and Cengelkoy.
  • When flying to Toronto Island, consider YTZ your destination airport, serving various airlines including Air Canada. The airport also serves cities close by, including Markham and Scarborough.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Toronto?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Toronto Pearson Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Toronto Pearson Intl

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines,Air Transat

Turkish Airlines,Air Transat

Wednesday

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Toronto Pearson Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines,Air Transat

Turkish Airlines,Air Transat

Tuesday

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines,Air Transat

Turkish Airlines,Air Transat

Thursday

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Air Transat,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Pearson Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Toronto. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Pearson Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
Air TransatOverall score based on 569 reviews
6.8Food
7.1Entertainment
8.0Boarding
7.3Comfort
8.5Crew
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My screen was broken so now movies, etc, but I didn’t really mind. They did work on it, so good effort on their part.

10.0 ExcellentWilliam, Jun 2026
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My screen was broken so now movies, etc, but I didn’t really mind. They did work on it, so good effort on their part.

They never sent me a confirmation to say my flight time had changed so I cut my holiday short by 6 hours Had to pay over 50 American for my luggage to be checked on the way home and that’s more that it cost on the way there. Arbitrarily charging more for the same thing when the passenger has no options is shady The cabin was an icebox going there and back, if all the passengers have their gloves on and their hoods up that should be an obvious sign to turn up the heat

The Turkish was good . I had a problem with air Transat terrible experience for me

Very good. A lot better experience then I expected for an economy flight.

The flight crew were very good, polite, and professional. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience left much to be desired. The food was extremely bland—almost tasteless. We chose the non vegetarian .The lasagna was just plain pasta with a tiny garnish and no seasoning. It felt like eating starch only, The bigger issue was with luggage and space. We boarded with three tickets, and while the seats in front of us were nearly empty, all the overhead compartments had already been filled by passengers boarding to the back. This left us and many others with no overhead storage for our carry-ons. Our bags couldn’t fit well under the seats either, which meant we lost the little legroom we had. The result was a horrible, cramped experience—sore knees, no space to stretch, and no way to rest or sleep comfortably. According to the crew this was a rather normal thing. It is obviously normal that people board with handbag and carry on but they should be only allowed to use their overhead compartment and under their seat not the way it is managed that all the spaces in the front of the plane being occupied by the people sitting way back in the plane.

Everything was horrible. On the day of my departure, I was denied check-in and boarding because my reservation only showed one of my last names, while my passport contains both. This minor discrepancy could have been easily corrected, but I was informed that no adjustment could be made. As a result, I lost not only my outbound flight but also my return flight and had to purchase a new ticket at a significantly higher cost.

This has been the worst experience I’ve ever had. Basically, I lost my round-trip tickets because one of my last names was missing, and you didn’t allow me to correct it. I had to purchase a full ticket again. Once I get home, I will start legal proceedings against you.

The crew were polite and courteous. The Pilot did an excellent landing. It was very smooth and gentle. My only regret is that I was charged twice for my luggage . The attendant gave me no receipt . I didn't realize until I was about to board. How can this be resolved? Thank you.

Very smooth flights Toronto to Rome and return. Crews were great, food was fine but very narrow seats and limited leg room. Aisle seats on our return helped with a bit more space.

Check in slow even though completed online check in, there was no bag drop available so had to query for 90mins as only 2 staff on desks.

Delay rushed to the next plane and bags didn’t arrive in chicago

Boarding could've been improved a bit, the rest is excellent.

It was was okay but the seat was stiff and hard to sit on it!!

LOT was very disorganized at Istanbul airport with no communication with travelers. Our flight was delayed over and hour and a half and there were no announcements, displays or anything about it. It almost left me missing my second flight!

Everything was very good. I felt that the value received in paying for Business Class tickets was very good. The entertainment offered was plentiful, but could be improved with more recent options as well. By no means a deal-breaker. The staff were awesome, in the airport, at the gate and onboard.

bus ride to the plane was very crowded and had to wait a long time to get to the plane. The flight itself was great.

They broke my luggage. I’m pissed off about that. Service was slow and inconsistent.

Together with my family, we all agreed that the LOT crew provided the most wonderful service that could be. We are grateful for such a great experience they provided to us! We will return and share our experience with all our friends and family.! Keep up the good work!

Lost my suitcase. And communication was poor. No offers of compensation for over 24 hour delay of bag

The boarding was delayed several times. The take off was two hours late.

Again poor use of old aircraft and old business class seats that show there age.

Service and food were very good, I liked it a lot. I liked the little gifts we all got , but I don’t think I’d fly on Turkish airlines to go to New York from Istanbul or from New York to Instanbul anymore. Flight is way too long.

We liked the comfort and seats. The crew was not very friendly nor did they check on us to see if we needed anything. Had to ask for water several times

The service is awesome. The food is the best of all the airlines we have flown before. Totally enjoyable flight, which is quite unusual.

Broken seats, smell in cabin, seats that did not recline, trays thats did not stay horizontal

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5 unnecessary control before get in the craft. It is exagerated and very inefficient

3 hours delay to start with and then food was terrible.

The internet was not working during the 10 hour. This situation was known by the cabin crew before the flight. If so, information should be given to passangers. Some people should work during the flight.

Very disorganised check-in and boarding. We won't fly with them again

Awful, I was bumped from my buisness class seat because the airline decided to forfeit my seat to a pilot and stick me in the very back of the plane. My flight was delayed by an hour, boarding took an extra 30 minutes longer then it should have, and the in flight entertainment system was broken for my entire flight. I have yet to hear from Air Canada with regards to a refund for my ticket so in total I'm down about $1400 dollars for my tickets. Moving forward if I can avoid using Air Canada in the future I will be doing so even if it costs me extra money.

Unfortunately, my experience with Air Canada was not as great as I had hoped. The flight attendants were not very friendly or welcoming, which made the overall experience less pleasant. I expected better customer service and a more positive attitude from the crew. I hope Air Canada takes this feedback into consideration and works to improve the passenger experience.

Flight was late missed our connection to Indianapolis no hotel rooms really difficult finding a room hope to be in Indianapolis one day late and multiple flights to even get there.

Fine and uneventful I got to my destination safely No inflight entertainment Seats are not very comfortable

No charger and no entertainment on the way back. The plane's super old-like 80s old-with zero TVs. At least the free Wi-Fi works, so definitely bring your iPad. Also, no meal on this 7-hour flight.

The upgraded seats on the smaller flights I guess is a toss up if you get a full meal. We paid less for the ticket on the way there and got a full meal where we got a snack and drink on the way home. The lounge was also in the other terminal too. No entertainment on the seat and no wifi on the plane.

Terrible!!! We did not get the seats we bought!!! Therefore the trip was not comfortable and we will not buy airline tickets through Kayak ever again!

I didn't like that my wife and I had different experiences in the check-in process. We did not book our flights together. My wife had a default seat selection as a window seat whereas my seat defaulted to a middle row, middle seat selection. Why wouldn't I have the option to have a free seat at a window? Is it because my algorithm knows that I'll end up paying for the upgrade?

Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. The crew were not friendly or welcoming, which made the flight less pleasant. Our flight was delayed, and we almost missed our connecting flight because of it. To make matters worse, the gate number shown on the digital ticket was incorrect, causing unnecessary confusion and stress before departure. Overall, the lack of accurate information and poor customer service made this a frustrating travel experience.

I have flown this route before, so far they have been unable to depart on time, then my connecting flight was canceled, likely due to this vs fake mechanical issues

The longer flight on our leg back to the US was fine. Boarding was great, we had to stay on the runway for a bit after boarding… they kept it cool uncomfortable.

Paid for exit row at the back of the plane. Window seat with lots of leg space. Food was inedible (as usual). Brought my own.

Missed flight. Requested assistance for my father and he did not receive it in Paris.

Poor food on flight between Toronto and Stockholm Airport Toronto too crowded

Business Class Configuration was excellent- private and comfortable. Crew and service were excellent. I really appreciate Air Canada cabin pressurization equal to an altitude of 8,000ft. Upon landing, I felt more alert and refreshed than typical for international flights

Hard to use tables and TV screens interfere with the enjoyment of flight experience. Other than that it was a smooth and comfortable ride and we were well taken care of.

The flight crew, the on-plane service, and the food were fine. The seats lacked cushioning and were uncomfortable compared to other planes from recent flights. The plane was initially delayed one hour and that expanded to 1.5 hours. When we boarded, there was insufficient room for our carry-on bags, which added more time to disembarking from the plane. It appeared the Air Canada staff or the Toronto Airport staff were less than competent to handle whatever the issue was that caused the delays, which was never communicated.

Boarding was haphazard after people with small children or walking difficulties

The boarding process is not well organized at all. It need to be totally revised with an emphasis on order.

Tiny, cramped seats with minimum leg room and hard armrests. Basic needs like a seat and luggage came with an additional charge. Budget airline amenities with premium airlune cost. I won't use this airline again.

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