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for expert assistance today. A stopover is a powerful travel tool that allows you to visit an additional city for more than 24 hours on your way to your final destination. Unlike a layover, which is a short pause between flights, a stopover gives you the chance to exit the airport, explore a new culture, and essentially enjoy two vacations for the price of one. In 2026, Air Canada has refined its stopover programs, particularly through its Aeroplan loyalty platform, making it easier than ever to add a stay in hubs like Toronto, Montreal, or Vancouver.

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, you can unlock incredible travel value. Air Canada’s stopover policy is famously generous, especially for international travelers. For a small fee—or sometimes even for free depending on your fare class and loyalty status—you can pause your journey in a major Canadian hub. Imagine flying from New York to London but stopping in Toronto for three days to see Niagara Falls before crossing the Atlantic; this is the flexibility that a well-planned stopover provides to savvy travelers.

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to discuss available cities. The first step in booking a stopover is identifying your "gateway" city. Most Air Canada stopovers occur in Toronto (YYZ), Montreal (YUL), or Vancouver (YVR). These cities serve as the airline’s primary international hubs. An agent can help you determine which hub makes the most geographical sense for your trip, ensuring you aren't backtracking and that your total travel time remains efficient while you enjoy your bonus destination.

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, you can customize how long you stay in your stopover city. While a layover is typically under 24 hours for international flights, a stopover can last anywhere from 24 hours to several weeks. Many travelers opt for a 48-to-72-hour stay, which is the "sweet spot" for exploring a city like Vancouver without significantly delaying their arrival at their final destination. Your agent can search for flight segments that align perfectly with your desired hotel stay and sightseeing schedule.

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. In 2026, the Aeroplan stopover policy remains one of the best in the industry. For just 5,000 additional points, you can add a stopover to any international reward flight. This means you could book a business class trip from San Francisco to Tokyo and add a stopover in Vancouver for only 5,000 points more than the standard flight cost. This "points hack" is widely considered the best way to maximize the value of your Aeroplan balance.

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, you can avoid the complexities of the online "Multi-City" search tool. While the Aeroplan website has improved, booking a stopover with points can sometimes trigger errors if the "Married Segment" logic doesn't align. A phone agent can manually "force-build" the itinerary, ensuring that your stopover is correctly coded and that you aren't overcharged in points or taxes. This is especially important for trips involving Star Alliance partner airlines like United or Lufthansa.

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. If you fall in love with your stopover city and want to stay an extra day, or if you need to leave early, an agent can check for seat availability on the next departing leg. Because stopovers are treated as distinct segments, you have more flexibility to move your "follow-on" flight than you would with a standard connecting ticket, provided your fare rules allow for modifications.

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, you can clarify where your bags will be. Unlike a short layover where bags are checked through, a stopover of more than 24 hours usually requires you to claim your luggage at the stopover city. This is a benefit, as it gives you access to all your belongings during your stay. However, you will need to re-check your bags when you return to the airport for your final leg. An agent can confirm the baggage fees for this "multi-part" journey to ensure no surprises at the counter.

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. Flying Business Class or Signature Class makes a stopover even more luxurious. Not only do you get a lie-flat seat for the long-haul segments, but you also get priority check-in and lounge access at both your origin and your stopover city. An agent can ensure that your premium status is maintained across all legs, even if the short hop to your stopover city is on a smaller regional aircraft with different cabin configurations.

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allows you to verify your lounge access during your stay. If you are a Signature Class passenger or a Star Alliance Gold member, you can use the Maple Leaf Lounge when you depart from your stopover city. Some premium stopover packages in 2026 even include discounted rates at airport-adjacent luxury hotels like the Fairmont Vancouver Airport or the Sheraton Gateway in Toronto, providing a seamless transition from the sky to your suite.

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