Source: Iberia

Toronto
  • Direct flights between Madrid and Toronto will begin on June 13, 2026, with five weekly frequencies (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
  • This new route joins recent openings to Orlando, Recife, Fortaleza, and Monterrey, consolidating Iberia’s commitment to the Americas and broadening its offer of direct destinations from Madrid
  • The route will be operated by the A321XLR, a model for which Iberia was the launch airline and the most efficient aircraft in its fleet for transatlantic routes

Iberia continues to advance its Flight Plan 2030, aimed at expanding its long-haul network and strengthening its leadership in connectivity between Europe and the Americas. In this context, the airline announces the launch of its direct route to Toronto.

Starting June 13, Iberia will offer five weekly frequencies—Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday—to Toronto, creating new opportunities for tourism and business between the two countries. In total, Iberia will offer 37,000 seats between Madrid and Toronto during the upcoming summer season.

 

Flight Nº Route Days of operation Departure Arrival
IB0367 Madrid-Toronto Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 12:00h 15:00h
IB0368 Toronto-Madrid Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 17:10 06:55 (+1)

 

This launch is part of Flight Plan 2030, Iberia’s strategic roadmap for the coming years, which includes a €6 billion investment in fleet renewal and expansion—growing from the current 48 long-haul aircraft to 70—digitalization of services, enhanced customer experience, and the opening of new destinations.

“This launch is part of our Flight Plan 2030, through which we continue to expand our long-haul network and strengthen our presence in North America. Toronto will be our  145th in our destination network, marking a milestone in Iberia’s history. This connection will bring Canada closer to Spain and Europe, while offering Canadian travellers more options to discover our country and the European continent with the best experience. Operating this route with the Airbus A321XLR is not just an operational decision, but a statement of principles: innovation, efficiency, and sustainability are the pillars on which we build our future.”, said María Jesús López Solás, Iberia’s Chief Commercial, Network Development and Alliances Officer.

“We are thrilled to welcome Iberia to Toronto Pearson, marking an exciting new connection between Toronto and Spain,” said Deborah Flint, President & CEO, Toronto Pearson. “With nearly 70,000 passengers travelling yearly between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, this new partnership will strengthen our global network and give travellers even more options to experience Spain’s vibrant culture, while also enhancing connectivity to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.”

The A321XLR: Driving transatlantic expansion 

The new Toronto route will be operated by the Airbus A321XLR, the most modern aircraft in Iberia’s fleet for transatlantic flights. Iberia was the launch airline for this model, which has become one of the most efficient on the market, delivering up to 40% fuel savings compared to wide-body aircraft. This capability enables transatlantic routes with a single-aisle aircraft while maintaining the high comfort standards of Iberia’s long-haul fleet.

The A321XLR features the new Airspace cabin, offering larger overhead compartments, LED lighting, and a greater sense of space, enhancing the onboard experience. It has two classes—Business and Economy—with a total of 182 seats.

Last Friday marked one year since Iberia became the first airline in the world to operate the Airbus A321XLR, an aircraft that has transformed transatlantic connectivity with greater efficiency and flexibility. On November 14, this model completed its first long-haul flight to Boston, ushering in a new era of transoceanic connectivity.