Air Canada Rouge is a low-cost airline that offers affordable flights to destinations across the globe. As a leisure-focused subsidiary of Air Canada, it’s fully integrated into the airline’s broader network, making it easy to earn and use points or connect to other flights. Thinking about flying with them? Here’s a quick guide on what to expect when flying with Air Canada Rouge.

Where does Air Canada Rouge fly?

Rouge Air flies out of Canadian hubs to vacation destinations in the US, the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, South America, and Europe. 

Canadian airports Air Canada Rouge serves

The main hubs for AC Rouge are Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), but you can also get a flight from the following Canadian cities:

• Vancouver, BC

• Victoria, BC

• Kelowna, BC

• Calgary, AB

• Quebec City, QC

• Regina, SK

• Halifax, NS

• Fredericton, NB

• Moncton, NB

• Halifax, NS

• Charlottetown, PEI

• St. John’s, NL

• Deerlake, NL

Rouge Airlines destinations

Air Canada Rouge offers flights to top destinations, including:

• United States (Palm Springs, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Fort Myers, and Sarasota)

• Mexico (Cancún, Cozumel, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, Ixtapa, and Huatulco)

• Caribbean (Santa Clara, Cayo Coco, Varadero, Holguin, Nassau, Montego Bay, Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, Providenciales, St. Lucia, Grenada, Barbados, and Curacao)

• Central America (Liberia, San Jose, and Belize City)

• South America (Cartagena and Lima)

• Europe (Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Nice, Marseilles, Barcelona, Porto, Lisbon, and Athens)

Check-in experience

When flying with Air Canada Rouge, you will still check in at the same counter or self-service kiosk as Air Canada. You can also check in online on Air Canada’s website or use their mobile app up to 24 hours before your flight is scheduled to depart. 

Air Canada Bistro services

Rouge travellers still get the full Air Canada Bistro experience while on board. On longer international flights travelling to Europe and South America, passengers receive a complimentary hot meal, non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks.

Flights within Canada, to the US, and to other sunny destinations have snacks, hot and cold meals, and alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

Air Canada Rouge Premium benefits

While Air Canada Rouge doesn’t have a business class, it does offer Premium Rouge as an alternative. The top perks of flying Premium Rouge include:

• Two checked bags

• Priority check-in and boarding

• Maple Leaf Lounge access before select flights

• Complimentary meals and beverages while on board

• Spacious, reclining seats with an extra seven inches of legroom

• Complimentary iPad for in-flight entertainment

While travelling on Air Canada Rouge, it’s worth upgrading to Premium Rouge for long-haul flights. Not only do you receive all the benefits mentioned above, but you also get a menu with multiple food options and a small amenity kit with a sleep mask, earplugs, socks, a toothbrush, and toothpaste to make the flight a little more comfortable.

In-flight entertainment

Air Canada Rouge aircraft don’t have individual screens, but if you download the Air Canada App before your flight, you can access in-flight entertainment. The app includes access to a wide range of TV shows, music, movies, and new releases. Devices are also available to rent for a small $10 fee.

Looking for more information on Air Canada Rouge?

For more information about flying with Air Canada Rouge, head over to their website. Ready to book your flight? Explore Skyscanner for the best deals on every destination.

Disclaimer: Information correct as of March 13, 2026, obtained from www.flyrouge.com. Always check the latest guidance from Air Canada Rouge before booking a trip.