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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Auckland (YVR-AKL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to Auckland 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 Vancouver to Auckland

Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Dec 9
Delta Logo
9:20 am - 8:55 amYVR-AKL
26h 35m2 stops
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2:50 pm - 10:23 pmAKL-YVR
28h 33m2 stops
$814Delta
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Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 25
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8:45 pm - 1:40 pmYVR-AKL
19h 55m1 stop
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8:00 am - 1:25 pmAKL-YVR
26h 25m1 stop
$876Fiji Airways
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Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 25
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8:00 am - 11:40 pmYVR-AKL
42h 40m2 stops
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8:00 am - 1:25 pmAKL-YVR
26h 25m1 stop
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 25
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8:00 am - 11:40 pmYVR-AKL
42h 40m2 stops
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8:00 am - 1:25 pmAKL-YVR
26h 25m1 stop
Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
Air Canada Logo
10:40 pm - 4:50 pmYVR-AKL
21h 10m1 stop
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6:15 am - 6:25 amAKL-YVR
21h 10m1 stop
$1,006Air Canada
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
Air Canada Logo
10:40 pm - 4:50 pmYVR-AKL
21h 10m1 stop
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7:00 am - 6:55 amAKL-YVR
20h 55m1 stop
$1,008Air Canada
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Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Dec 13
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6:35 pm - 5:30 amYVR-AKL
13h 55mnonstop
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11:10 am - 11:25 amAKL-YVR
21h 15m1 stop
$1,247Air New Zealand
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 19
Korean Air Logo
12:55 am - 9:55 amYVR-AKL
37h 00m1 stop
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11:45 am - 11:10 amAKL-YVR
44h 25m1 stop
$1,377Korean Air
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Sun, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 19
Korean Air Logo
6:45 am - 9:55 amYVR-AKL
30h 10m2 stops
Korean Air Logo
11:45 am - 3:20 pmAKL-YVR
24h 35m1 stop
$1,400Korean Air
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 16
Air New Zealand Logo
6:35 pm - 5:30 amYVR-AKL
13h 55mnonstop
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8:30 pm - 12:30 pmAKL-YVR
13h 00mnonstop
$1,414Air New Zealand
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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Auckland

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand's Economy Skycouch offers a row of seats with footrests for a flat space.


Air New Zealand offers free Wi-Fi on most 777s, Neos, and 787s for low-data activities.

Air Canada

Air Canada's Signature Class offers lie-flat seats with direct aisle access for long-haul comfort.


Air Canada provides complimentary hot meals for economy passengers on international flights departing North America.

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YVR

Use YVR EXPRESS to schedule a security appointment and avoid lines. Book 72 hours before departure for a smoother experience.

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AKL

Consider the Skydrive express bus for a cost-effective ride to Auckland's CBD from AKL. It's a convenient option for city center stays.

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Robert Schrader

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.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Auckland flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to Auckland?

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland is November, where tickets cost $1,124 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,502 and $1,454 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland?

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,400 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland, you should book around 11 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$465
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Vancouver to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Auckland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Vancouver to Auckland flights

  • Can I get an Uber from Auckland Airport to the city centre?

    Rideshare options are available at Auckland Airport. The Uber pickup area at the international terminal is located outside door 11. On average, a trip to the city centre will cost around NZ$ 70 (C$ 63.16), including the NZ$ 5 (C$ 4.51) airport surcharge for picking up travellers.

  • Is there anywhere to shower at the airport, and how much does it cost?

    If you need to freshen up after your long flight from Vancouver to Auckland, you can use one of the shower facilities outside the international arrivals exit for free. At Relay and iSite Tourism Information Centre on the first floor of arrivals, towels and toiletries are available for a fee.

  • Where are the parent rooms located at Auckland Airport?

    There are three parent rooms throughout Auckland Airport. One can be found on the first floor near Gate 3 and the other two can be found on the second floor, in the food court area and near the Around NZ store. Travelpharm on the second floor also sells medicine for children, baby formula and other essentials that you may need for your kids.

  • What public transportation options are available at Auckland Airport?

    SkyBus is used the most by passengers travelling from the airport to Auckland's city centre. You can book a ticket online and save NZ$ 1 (about C$ 0.90) or walk up to the Airport Ticket Kiosk and pay NZ$ 19 (approximately C$ 17.14) for a one-way ticket. Tickets purchased from the driver must be paid in cash. Expect a trip duration of 40 to 60min, depending on traffic. The other option is the 380 Airporter bus that runs every 15 to 20min to the city centre from outside the international terminal. A one-way ticket costs NZ$ 4 (about C$ 3.16), and the trip takes about 45min.

  • How much is a taxi from Auckland Airport to the city centre?

    Taxi fares depend on what company you choose, although all rates include the Auckland Airport mandatory pick-up surcharge of NZ$ 5 (about C$ 4.51). Price per kilometre ranges from NZ$ 2 (C$ 1.94) for Cheap Cabs to NZ $3 (C$ 2.44) for Corporate Cabs. For convenience, these companies also charge a fixed fare for the city centre, ranging from NZ$ 38 (about C$ 34.28) for the cheaper service to NZ$ 75 (about C$ 67.67) for the most expensive service.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland was $465 for a one-way ticket and $814 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Vancouver and Auckland?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Auckland from Vancouver.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Vancouver to Auckland?

    When flying out of Vancouver you will be using Vancouver Intl. You will be landing at Auckland, also known as Auckland Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver to Auckland?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to Auckland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to Auckland?

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Vancouver to Auckland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Auckland?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Vancouver and Auckland.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Vancouver to Auckland?

    There are nonstop flights from Vancouver to Auckland on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Auckland, Fiji Airways or Air New Zealand?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Auckland are Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $1,072 and an overall rating of 8.1, Fiji Airways is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,423 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to Auckland?

    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 Vancouver to Auckland.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to Auckland?

    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 Auckland with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline. Booking your flights between Vancouver and AKL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Auckland from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Auckland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $920 or less one-way and $1,087 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Vancouver to Auckland land at Auckland Airport (AKL), about 30min from the largest city in New Zealand.
  • If you forgot to pack an essential item before your nonstop flight, the Auckland Airport has duty-free stores located in the arrivals zone just before reaching the baggage claim area.
  • Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty are the car rental companies you’ll find at the airport, conveniently located on the first floor near the arrivals area.
  • Regardless of what time your flight from Vancouver to Auckland arrives, all ten currency exchange offices at the airport are open 24/7, all year long. Look for the Travelex signs in the arrivals area after baggage claim.
  • Passengers looking for a hassle-free experience at the airport can pay for one of the airport concierge services. The standard plan costs NZ$ 49 (about C$ 44.21) and includes a dedicated person to meet you at the plane gate, assistance with passport control and baggage claim and escort you to your transportation outside the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Auckland?

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

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Friday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Auckland Intl to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Friday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa

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Top 4 airlines serving from Vancouver to Auckland

 
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 194 reviews
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.1Comfort
7.5Food
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.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

8.0 ExcellentGrant, May 2025NAN - AKL
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.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Food choices perhaps not the best. Only offered beer and wine, when it appeared other liquor was available. Entertainment wasn’t so good.

They charged me over a $1000 dollars to bring two surfboard bags as check baggage. Inappropriate and I would avoid flying sgain

The experience on Fiji Airways was absolutely amazing. Streamlined. All staff was amazing. Pleasant. Friendly. Extremely helpful.

Business class Seats on the A350 from Nan to YVR were wonderful. The flight crew was okay but could do with better training. Toilets were clean but ran out of paper towels towards the end of the flight. The food/menu and the wine offered really needs considerable improvement. Dinner options were either Bolani, a beef sandwich (even this could be made much better), or paneer butter masala. Unfortunately, if you are not a fan of Fijian food, there isn’t much choice. Dessert was either turmeric ice cream or fruits but unfortunately, they were out of fruit! So the only option was turmeric ice cream. I’m not certain how many passengers like turmeric but I am not one of them. They need to cater to a more diverse group of people. Perhaps they need a new chef? The movies& tv shows were mostly older so I didn’t find that interesting either. It was however, fun to view the plane’s exterior cameras as we take off and land. The best thing about this flight are the business class seats.

I am still upset that my bag was lost on a recent trip to Rome ; we were inconvenienced and out €150 Euros ; delta has refused to reimburse us

After I checked in, I realized we had no seat assignment. It said they would be assigned at the gate. This was really frustrating because I usually use a lounge before flights, but I couldn't because I had to be at the gate to ensure we got our seat assignments. The gate agent arrived an hour before the flight left. I was the first one up to ask about seat assignments. She told us to wait for names to be called. Dozens of other passengers were paged, but we were not. Finally, I asked my husband to ask. He went up and was also told to wait. About 10 minutes later, they called for boarding. We still had not been told our seats. We went back to the desk and they were in a panic, saying we actually weren't on that flight. Then they made an announcement telling the stand by passengers to not board (in case we needed their seats). It was so stressful and unprofessional. Finally they gave us our seats. I have no idea what happened and why the two desk agents seemed to have conflicting ideas about our seats, whether we were on that flight etc.

This is speaking of the original flight leaving on April 30th(DL 1957) not the rebooked the following morning DL 9887. On April 30th, it was unusually crowded at Sangster International Airport (MBJ) the morning my mother and I arrived for our flight. She had to exceedingly long time for a wheelchair, once a wheelchair attendant arrived to take us to thru immigration and security then to go to gate the flight was boarding. We stayed on board for 3 1/2 hrs until the flight crew notified the passengers that flight indefinitely delayed so we had to stay by gate area. Before that my mom had to wait an additional 20-30 mins to deboard the plane. Was given food vouchers, by the time I came back the gate agents said the flight was gonna to reboard, so all the wheelchair passengers lined up. We waited an additional 45 mins, while I received a notification from kayak that the flight was cancelled. And on my delta app updated that flight was being detoured to Miami then from Miami back to JFK. We boarded the plane started to eat, then the flight crew notified us the flight was indeed being detoured & that how come the gate agents didn’t notified the passengers. We stayed on board for another 30-40 mins then was told by the captain that they tried all avenues to get the passengers back to JFK but the crew couldn’t continue the journey and the flight was cancelled. So we deboarded the plane again. Was told that we were going to be setup in hotels for the night. The hotel that we setup to go to wasn’t suitable for my mother’s needs and requested one nearby we were located in Jamaica. So any we had called a taxi to come to take us back where we stayed in Jamaica, that we had to pay out of own pockets.

Food from the flight from Atlanta to Santiago was very poor..

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

Very dissatisfied with the fact that I had upgraded to first class for the second part of my trip only to find out that the lounge was still not available to me, as well as not having any food or drink service on the flight due to weather, so I lost out more than what I paid for.

Delta cancelled my flight less than 24 hours before departure and provided no alternative options. Left me to fend for myself basically. Scrambled to book flight on another airline and paid a fortune to do so last minute.. Can’t wait to see how Delta deals with my refund.

Wifi did not work and they only served water, coffee, or tea.

The crew on this leg continue to be extremely helpful with my wife’s mobility issues. They also came by many many times to ensure we were comfortable and had drink some food.

Overall it was not that bad! The delay on the second leg to Indianapolis , was really unexpected!!

The 10hr flight was a comfortable as it could be in row 57. The food was just very bad….bland and soggy!

The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Good flight, friendly crew and overall - good service on United Airlines.

Very clean plane, staff were courteous, complimentary wifi and beverages are nice, and it was nice to have a whole row to myself! I do miss having seatback entertainment, though. And the prices are getting ridiculous, especially with the different teared tickets. But the flight overall was great.

The seat was reasonably comfortable. I hope the food could be hotter and more tasty.

flight landed late almost 1.00hr and we 4 passengers missed our connected flight to indianapolis, we need to get the hotel and taxi for the next day flight to home in indianapolis, cost us $ 300 more

The flight wose Daley 2hr I lost my connect flight i wose delay one day and I am not happy

Had the same two cabin attendants and Darren and Lea are exceptional

Nuts would be better than pretzels as the non sweet snack

I’m writing to share my deep frustration with a recent experience, which I feel reflects a troubling trend in the airline industry—one where customer care often takes a backseat to profit maximization. First, I do want to acknowledge a positive aspect: I appreciated that your team accommodated a seat change due to my medical needs without charging an additional fee. This gesture made a genuine difference during my trip, and I’m thankful for that. That said, the overall experience left me extremely disappointed. The ticket I purchased for myself and a companion turned out to be “basic”—a fare category I now understand to be non-refundable and non-transferable. Unfortunately, my travel companion was involved in a car accident and could not fly. Not only was I unable to receive any kind of reimbursement, but I also couldn't transfer the ticket to someone else, despite the flight being overbooked by three passengers. This inflexibility felt exploitative. To add to the frustration, I had to shoulder additional unexpected expenses: overpriced in-flight food and a costly baggage fee on my return trip. The entire process felt more like a profit-maximizing scheme than a customer service experience. I understand that airlines, like any business, need to remain financially viable. However, creating fare structures that penalize customers during emergencies, while simultaneously overbooking flights, comes across as deeply unfair. It’s hard to feel like a valued passenger in this environment. While I don’t expect much will come of this message, I do hope Air Canada takes this feedback seriously. There’s an opportunity to lead with integrity in an industry where choices for consumers are becoming more limited and experiences increasingly transactional.

Boarding is a mess. The lines all jammed together and no one knows which line was for which zone. The flight was delayed and the plane taxied on tarmac for more than 30 mins before we could get off. Overall not a bad flight. But the boarding part can do better.

From the kind young lady (w/Vancouver air security) who expedited our check-in to U.S. Customs to the Air Canada gate crew who gave us pre-boarding, the flight attendants who actually offered a strong hand to help me board once I had surrendered my rolling walker at the door, they are all reflections of the thoughtful, genuinely helpful Canadians we have grown to appreciate. Water and other beverages were offered throughout the flight to make sure we weren't dehydrated and the cookie was great. (Husband bought the fruit & crackers snack,) I was delighted to see three movies that I would not have otherwise seen and appreciate that AC left the last film viewable until its conclusion although the flight had actually landed. Last, mahalo to the kind strong gentleman who not offered his hand to help me debark the plane, but gave me an AC pin that I'll truly treasure.

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