Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of new flights to Toronto, Canada, as well as equipping more of its aircraft with Starlink service. Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight arrived at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in Canada on Wednesday on a Boeing 777 aircraft equipped with Starlink service. Thus, the Qatari carrier launched its flights to Toronto, with three direct flights weekly from Hamad International Airport (DOH), the best airport in the world according to the global Skytrax vote for the year 2024.
In this context, Toronto becomes Qatar Airways’ second destination in Canada, after Montreal, which has provided its services, since its launch in 2011, to more than 1.6 million passengers via seven flights daily to and from Montreal Trudeau International Airport. Toronto also represents the Qatari carrier’s fourteenth destination in the Americas.
The launch of flights to Toronto provides travelers from Canada and abroad with seamless access to various destinations through Qatar Airways’ growing global network.
It should be noted that the launch of these new flights coincided with Qatar Airways exceeding its goal of including the Starlink Internet service on board 12 Boeing 777 aircraft by the end of 2024, so that 14 aircraft of the same model will be provided with this service within less than 55 days, bringing The total number of Qatari carrier aircraft provided with this service is 15 aircraft.
On this occasion, M. said: Badr Mohammed Al Meer, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive: “Qatar Airways welcomes the vibrant and diverse city of Toronto as the latest destination to join our growing network of destinations. As our second destination in Canada, this launch confirms our firm commitment to providing travelers from Canada with unparalleled service and seamless access to more than 170 destinations around the world. Toronto Pearson Airport is also a vital hub for global travel, and a major gateway for business, culture and tourism, making it a suitable addition to our network of destinations. “We are proud to bring our world-class service and award-winning hospitality to this vibrant city.”
It is worth noting that Qatar Airways is the largest international airline that offers the Starlink service for free on board its aircraft, and it is also the first airline in the world to operate Boeing 777 aircraft equipped with the Starlink service. Thus, passengers will have the opportunity to enjoy their time and stay connected to the Internet throughout their trip, with the ability to watch and follow their favorite programs and live sporting events, as well as enjoy electronic games and work with ease at an altitude of 35,000 feet.
Mrs. Deborah Flint, President and CEO of Toronto Pearson Airport, said: “We are pleased that Qatar Airways is launching direct flights to Toronto Pearson Airport. This route from Toronto Pearson will provide an exciting range of destinations for travelers looking to travel to the Middle East, Asia and Africa. “Growing our global network of destinations is strategic for both Canada and Pearson Airport, and with the rapid growth in demand for international travel, we are focused on providing a variety of convenient and accessible flight options for our passengers.”
