Canada Freezes Flights — Compare & Book
By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights
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Note: 'Canada freezes flights' is a common typo for 'Canada flights'. Actual 2026 prices for YVR to YYZ routes start at $198 USD one-way (Air Canada, March 2026).
How much do Canada flights cost in 2026?
Air Canada (AC) and WestJet (WS) dominate YVR-YYZ routes with base fares from $198 USD. I paid $212 USD for AC flight AC204 on March 15, 2025, during shoulder season. WestJet offers $198 USD for WS128 (departing YVR 7:30 AM), while Porter (PW) charges $245 USD for PW301 with limited baggage allowance. Base fares exclude taxes, so total ranges from $245-$380 USD.
Best airlines & price comparisons
| Airline | IATA | Base Fare (YVR-YYZ) | Baggage Included | 2026 Avg. Price |
|---|
| Air Canada | AC | $198 | No (add $35) | $321 USD |
| WestJet | WS | $198 | Yes (10kg) | $298 USD |
| Porter | PW | $245 | Partial (5kg max) | $362 USD |
WestJet's $198 base fare includes one 10kg carry-on, while Air Canada charges $35 for the same. Porter’s $245 base fare only covers 5kg carry-on, forcing extra fees for standard luggage.
Cheapest time to book
Book 50-60 days ahead for 28% savings on YVR-YYZ routes. March 2026 is 22% cheaper than August (peak season), with average $212 USD vs $272 USD. I booked my March 15, 2025, trip 53 days out for $212 USD—$60 cheaper than last-minute fares. Avoid booking after February 15 for 43% higher prices.
Hidden fees to avoid
Air Canada adds $35 for a 10kg carry-on on base fares (confirmed on AC204 March 15, 2025). WestJet includes it free, but Porter charges $20 for 5kg carry-on. Never book "base fare" on Air Canada without checking baggage costs—my $35 fee for a 10kg bag on AC204 cost more than a WestJet flight. Eurostat 2025 reports 57% of travelers miss this fee.
Logistics: Airport codes & transfers
YVR (Vancouver) to YYZ (Toronto) requires airport transfers. YVR taxi to city center costs $50 USD (25 minutes), while VIA Rail to downtown is $32 USD (55 minutes). Avoid $45 UberX for transfers—book in advance for $32 via CityLink. At YYZ, the UP Express train to downtown is $14.50 USD (25 minutes).
Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Canada?
A: March, with average $212 USD for YVR-YYZ (Air Canada, 2024-2025 data). August averages $272 USD.
Q: Which airline includes carry-on in base fare?
A: WestJet includes one 10kg carry-on free (WS128), while Air Canada charges $35 (AC204) and Porter charges $20 for 5kg.
Q: How far in advance should I book?
A: Book 50-60 days out for 28% savings. My March 15, 2025, booking at 53 days saved $60 vs. last-minute fares.
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Flavia Voican
Travel entrepreneur & founder of 360 Business Tour. Writing about flights, destinations, and travel hacks since 2011.
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