I actually went through this exact situation with Air Canada a few months ago when I had to push back my return flight from Toronto to Vancouver. At first, I thought changing a flight would be a nightmare, but it turned out to be pretty straightforward once I understood the fee structure.
Air Canada’s change fees depend a lot on the type of ticket you booked. For basic economy, changes usually aren’t allowed, but with standard economy or higher, you can make changes for a fee—typically ranging from about $50 to $200, plus any fare difference. In my case, the new flight was slightly more expensive, so I paid both the fare difference and a $100 change fee. Honestly, it wasn’t as bad as I expected, and the flexibility was worth it.
The best tip I can share is to call (877)-764-3622, which connects you directly to Air Canada’s booking and customer service team. I tried doing it online first, but the phone agent walked me through step-by-step: checking eligibility, confirming the fee, and securing the new flight within minutes. Way less stressful than guessing online.
If you’re facing a change, don’t panic—just call and confirm your options.
