Qatar Airways’ Starlink Launch to Toronto

Qatar Airways’ Toronto Takeoff with Starlink

Qatar Airways is celebrating two significant milestones: the launch of new flights to Toronto, Canada, and an increased number of Starlink-enabled aircraft. The airline’s inaugural flight to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), a Starlink-enabled Boeing 777, has successfully landed. This event marks the beginning of three weekly non-stop flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH), recognized as the World’s Best Airport by Skytrax in 2024.

Toronto has become Qatar Airways’ second destination in Canada, after Montreal. Since its launch in 2011, the airline has served more than 1.6 million passengers across seven weekly flights to and from Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). This also marks the airline’s fourteenth gateway to the Americas.

The new Toronto service will provide travellers from Canada and beyond with seamless access to destinations across Qatar Airways’ extensive global network. It also comes as the airline surpasses its target of fitting Starlink to 12 Boeing 777 aircraft by the end of 2024, with 14 aircraft upgraded in under 55 days, bringing the total to 15.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer said: “Qatar Airways extends a warm welcome to the vibrant and diverse city of Toronto as the latest destination to join our expansive network of more than 170 destinations. As our second gateway in Canada, this launch underscores our unwavering commitment to presenting Canadian travellers with unparalleled service and seamless connectivity. Toronto Pearson serves as a vital hub for global travel, and its role as a gateway for business, culture, and tourism makes it a fitting addition to our network. We proudly bring world-class service and award-winning hospitality to this dynamic city.”

As the most extensive global airline offering complimentary Starlink on board, Qatar Airways is the world’s first airline to operate Boeing 777 Starlink-equipped aircraft. It means passengers can stay entertained and connected throughout their journey, streaming their favourite shows and live sports, enjoying online gaming, or working seamlessly at 35,000 feet.

While flying on board one of Qatar Airways ’15 Starlink-enabled aircraft, passengers will enjoy unparalleled service, whether Business Class à la carte or unlimited snacks and beverages in Economy Class, while enjoying 8,000 entertainment options.

Toronto Pearson Chief Executive Officer and President, Ms. Deborah Flint, said: “We are excited for Qatar Airways to begin service at Toronto Pearson. This highly anticipated route from Toronto Pearson unlocks an exciting range of destinations for passengers looking to fly to the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Global connectivity is strategically important to Canada and to Pearson as the demand for international travel rapidly grows and this route adds to the variety of convenient and accessible flight options for our passengers.”

Toronto Pearson is Canada’s largest airport by total passenger traffic and offers the most international destinations of any airport in North America, making it a key hub for travellers. As Canada’s largest city, and the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is home to a diverse population with large communities from China, India, Pakistan, and the Philippines.

Flight Schedule to Toronto:

Every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (all local time)

• Doha (DOH) to Toronto (YYZ) – QR767: Departure 08:10; Arrival 14:15

• Toronto (YYZ) to Doha (DOH) – QR768: Departure 20:00; Arrival 16:30