Air Canada

Air Canada is the largest airline in Canada and serves as the country's flag carrier. Originally founded as Trans-Canada Air Lines in 1937, it was renamed Air Canada in 1965 and became fully privatized in 1989. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, the airline operates a global network with flights to over 220 destinations across Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, Australia, South America, and the Caribbean. As a founding member of the Star Alliance, Air Canada enhances its connectivity and service reach. The airline serves more than 50 million passengers annually, providing scheduled passenger air transport and cargo services. Its offerings include domestic and international flights, charter services, and a diverse fleet designed for various route lengths. Air Canada also focuses on customer services such as frequent flyer programs, in-flight entertainment, and premium cabin options, making it a key player in both domestic and international air travel markets.

Airlines/aviation Montreal, Canada Founded 1937 ~12,870 employees

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Employees
12,870
0% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$1.2M
Revenue ~$15.9B
12-month attrition
4%
Tech: 5.3%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Air Canada went from 11,955 employees in Jul 2023 to 12,870 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 223 people joined, 138 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other8,925
Operations1,039
Success877
Engineering767
Sales632
Finance244
HR154
Marketing150

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Air Canada FAQ

How many employees does Air Canada have?

Air Canada has about 12,870 employees, unchanged over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

What is Air Canada's revenue per employee?

Air Canada makes about $1.24M in revenue per employee, based on $15.93B annual revenue and 12,870 employees.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.