Air Canada is launching a pilot project in Hamilton and the Waterloo Region in hopes of making flying a bit more relaxed.
The new incentive starting in May will allow those with Air Canada tickets to check in at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport or the Region of Waterloo International Airport before being shuttled to Toronto.
Travellers will get their boarding passes and then, with their carry-on in hand, board a bus for a non-stop drive to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Once they get to Toronto, they’ll go directly through security, while their checked bags are automatically transferred to their plane.
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Passengers will be driven by what the airline calls a “luxury” bus. Each motorcoach has 36 spacious leather seats equipped with free WiFi, power and a table tray.
Air Canada’s Vice President of Network Planning for North America, Alexandre Lefevre, said this service focuses on improving regional services and connecting communities.
“Customers travelling between airports on Landline’s premium motorcoaches will enjoy the same benefits as those making air-only connections, including the convenience of a single itinerary, through-checked baggage when departing Hamilton or Region of Waterloo, disruption protection and Aeroplan earning opportunities,” Lefevre said.
Your connection to the world is just one short and comfortable bus ride away as @AirCanada x @ridelandline launches from @flyyhm this May! Leave the driving to someone else while you sit back, relax and start your vacation early from your regional airport. ✈️ #HamOnt https://t.co/niYSy1598Z
— Hamilton International Airport (YHM) (@flyyhm) February 21, 2024