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Air Canada Sets A321XLR Debut on MontrealPalma de Mallorca for Summer 2026

Early-2026 deliveries position a 182-seat jet for thinner transatlantic markets.

Overview

  • The seasonal nonstop will run June 17 to October 23, 2026, marking Air Canada's first CanadaMallorca service.
  • Air Canada will outfit the A321XLR with 14 lie-flat business seats and 168 economy seats, with no premium economy cabin.
  • Existing services from Montreal to Toulouse and to Edinburgh are slated to transition to the A321XLR later in 2026.
  • The carrier says the type will enable additional long-haul routes from cities such as Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax as more aircraft arrive.
  • Reporting differs on the order book: FlightGlobal cites 30 firm A321XLRs plus 10 options, while other coverage lists 26 acquisitions with rights to 14 more.