WestJet ranks as Canada’s second-largest airline with a strong focus on international routes, especially those connecting Canadian cities to the U.S. Busiest routes include Los Angeles-Calgary, Phoenix-Calgary, and Las Vegas-Calgary, emphasizing WestJet’s strategic use of U.S. gateways. The list of the top 20 routes showcases a blend of leisure and business travel, underscoring an integrated transborder strategy.
Chicago O’Hare, a major hub for American and United Airlines, offers several long-haul flight options. The longest route is Cathay Pacific’s service to Hong Kong, followed by Ethiopian Airlines’ flight to Addis Ababa. Other significant routes connect Chicago to Delhi, Taipei, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Doha, reflecting the city’s global significance.
Lufthansa continues to be a significant operator of the Boeing 747 family, utilizing both older 747-400s and newer 747-8s for passenger flights. Despite the industry trend towards twinjets, Lufthansa maintains a robust schedule with these quadjets, reflecting their strategic importance. The carrier’s aircraft routinely serve major international routes from Frankfurt, with retrofitting efforts underway to enhance the flying experience.
Air Canada is expanding its flight network for the summer of 2026, introducing new and returning routes in Europe and Asia. Notable routes include Montreal to Catania and Mallorca, Toronto to Budapest, and restoring service from Toronto to Shanghai. The expansion is in response to increasing international demand post-pandemic.
