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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,273
Typical prices: C$ 1,542-C$ 2,432
Fiji Airways
Mon 12/11Mon 19/11
SYD - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,818
Typical prices: C$ 1,657-C$ 2,552
Air Canada
Mon 29/1Thu 8/2
SYD - YVR • Direct
Advice from real travellers
Qantas Premium Economy adds 97 cm pitch and wider seats for this long-haul route.
Air Canada offers Wi-Fi on select flights; confirm availability before departure.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air Canada and Qantas Airways. Average duration is 14h 15m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,481 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Vancouver (SYD-YVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Vancouver

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Fiji Airways Logo
2:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 55m1 stop Nadi
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10:25 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 40m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,273Fiji Airways
1 day ago
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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6:00 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 55m1 stop Nadi
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10:25 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 40m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,274Fiji Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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2:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 55m1 stop Nadi
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10:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,277Fiji Airways
4 hours ago
Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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2:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 55m1 stop Nadi
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10:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,294Fiji Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
2:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 55m1 stop Nadi
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10:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,296Fiji Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
2:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 55m1 stop Nadi
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10:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,305Fiji Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 45m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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10:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,344Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 45m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
C$ 1,359Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 29 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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11:20 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 25mdirect
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11:50 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 45mdirect
C$ 1,818Air Canada
3+ days ago
Wed, 17 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
Air Canada Logo
10:20 a.m. - 6:40 a.m.SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 20mdirect
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10:50 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 30mdirect
C$ 1,821Air Canada
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport typically range from C$ 1,542 to C$ 2,432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,273, on Fiji Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport at C$ 1,515 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,571) and June (C$ 2,106) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to Vancouver

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on Qantas Airways

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

C$ 585
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Vancouver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Vancouver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Sydney to Vancouver: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Sydney to Vancouver 
JeevanieFlew with Air Canada-Oct 2026
inform the staff in advance to save your meal if you fall asleep
AndrewFlew with Air Canada-Nov 2024
I wish I had known that I would have to go thru customs in Vancouver even though I was scheduled from Australia thru Canada (Vancouver thru Montreal) and on to USA. We did not leave the airport in Canada because there was not enough time between flights. Our checked baggage did not have to go thru customs in Canada...only us. If I had known of this great inconvenience I would have booked a flight direct to USA.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Jan 2024
Be prepared for the long haul flight. Try to book your tickets early and choose no more than 1 stop flight. I had 2 stop flight and it drained me out.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Dec 2023
Check your connecting flight and make sure the process to get there and what do do with your luggage is explained to you.

Your Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:20 am and lands at 12:35 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 pm and lands at 10:45 am.

    The flight takes about 14h 15m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long does a flight from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 14h 15m, covering 20,104 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport range from C$ 1,542 to C$ 2,432, with an average of C$ 1,980 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,542 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the C$ 1,980 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 1,481 round-trip via Honolulu (HNL), compared to C$ 2,182 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 70–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200LR variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 822, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 54m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Nadi (NAN) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Auckland Intl (AKL) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,769 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,099, a difference of C$ 330.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Sydney and Vancouver Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Qantas Airways

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 17m, compared with 18h 28m via San Francisco (SFO) and 19h 23m via Auckland Intl (AKL).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 18 hours behind Sydney (Pacific Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Rogers Arena, and Vancouver Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • WestJet: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qantas Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Can I fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Vancouver Airport (YVR) directly?

    You can fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Vancouver International. There are direct flights by Air Canada and Qantas Airways. There are also flights with one stop from Qantas, Air Canada, Virgin Australia, United, and Air New Zealand.

  • Which terminals are best to fly into at Vancouver Airport (YVR) for connecting flights?

    Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is served by three terminals: the International, Domestic, and South. The former two terminals are collectively referred to as ‘The Main Terminal’, and are connected pre- and post-security enabling easy access between the two for connecting flights. Most flights from the airport operate from The Main Terminal. The South Terminal is part of the original, pre-1968 terminal that is still in use but is limited to regional airlines that mostly travel within British Columbia, including Central Mountain Air and Pacific Coastal Airlines.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at Vancouver Airport (YVR)?

    There are several hotels at Vancouver Airport (YVR) that can fit all budgets. These include the Radisson, the Fairmont, La Quinta Inn, Accent Inns, Holiday Inn, Travelodge, and The Westin.

  • Are there any special attractions at Sydney Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Airport (SYD) has a shopping complex and an array of restaurants to suit a range of tastes. The airport’s long list of shops include Lonely Planet for the wanderlust traveller, Mimco for the accessory conscious, Guardian chemist for those pre-flight and vacation essentials, Kikki.K for those all-important, last minute Scandinavian gifts and stationary with an Aussie style, and Beach Culture for those vital beach items; just a small selection of what’s on offer, the airport has a good mix of shops for travellers.

  • What are the best transportation routes from Vancouver Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Airport (YVR) is just 12 km away from downtown Vancouver (YVR) and there are several options to travel between the two locations, including car hires, limousine, taxi, and public transit. Public transit is served by the SkyTrain, which leaves every 7min from the airport to downtown Vancouver and Richmond and has 16 stops. You can easily rent a car and most international rental companies have a desk at the airport. The airport is also a base for many licensed taxis, you can use the taxi stands at Level 2 and travel to your hotel. The airport also has a licensed car service/limousine company where no booking is required.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 1,769, about C$ 330 less than Friday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 1,515 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,056 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Qantas Airways. Over the past three months, 83% of Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Vancouver Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 54m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Honolulu Airport (HNL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 1,481 round-trip on this route – about C$ 701 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the main airport serving Sydney and the surrounding areas. The airport has three passenger terminals serving international and domestic destinations.
  • Due to the International Terminal (Terminal 1) being separate from the two Domestic Terminals, connecting passengers at Sydney Airport should allow for longer transfer times between terminals.
  • There are several lounges at Sydney Airport. In Terminal 1, passengers can benefit from the eight lounges available, depending on which airline they have chosen. There are lounges for Emirates, SkyTeam, Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, American Express, Etihad Airways, and two lounges for Qantas.
  • Terminal 2 of the Sydney Airport is situated in the northeastern area of the airport and serves 5 airlines—Regional Express Airlines, Virgin Australia, FlyPelican, Tigerair Australia, and Jetstar, and the former 2 airlines have airport lounges. Terminal 3 services Qantas Airways exclusively and has an airport lounge for Qantas Club members, as well as two additional lounges, the Chairman’s lounge and the Business Class lounge.
  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the main international airport that serves Vancouver and is located around 12 km away from downtown Vancouver. As the second busiest airport in Canada, the Vancouver airport has three terminals—Domestic, International, and the South Terminal. The former two terminals are joined and are collectively referred to as ‘The Main Terminal’.
  • The South Terminal of Vancouver Airport is known as ‘Airport South’ and caters to regional airlines that predominantly fly within British Columbia, including Central Mountain Air and Pacific Coastal Airlines. If you're travelling onwards from Vancouver, consider the transfer time within terminals when booking connections.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney to Vancouver?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Wednesday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Thursday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Friday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Saturday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Sunday

Air Canada

Air Canada

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Direct returns

Vancouver Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Wednesday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Thursday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Friday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Saturday

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Air Canada,Qantas Airways

Sunday

Air Canada

Air Canada

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