Air Canada adds extra Toronto–Delhi flight amid Middle East disruptions

Air Canada says it is increasing capacity between Canada and India as it suspends several Middle East routes due to current conditions in the region.

The airline announced it will add one additional flight on its Toronto–Delhi route from March 7 to March 21. That will bring the total to two daily flights between Toronto and Delhi during that period.

Air Canada also said it will deploy larger aircraft on select Toronto–London–Mumbai flights to accommodate additional passenger demand.

The changes come after the airline suspended all flights to and from Dubai and Tel Aviv until March 22. Air Canada said it expects services to Israel and Dubai could resume on March 23 if conditions improve.

Context: The schedule changes affect travellers between Canada and India, particularly those transiting through the Middle East. The airline has not indicated whether further adjustments will be made beyond March 23.