Airline
First Air (W5)
First Air, now operating as Canadian North, provides essential passenger and cargo services across Canada's Arctic. Experience warm northern hospitality and reliable flights to Nunavut, Nunavik, and the Northwest Territories.
Why travelers choose First Air
- •Merged with Canadian North in 2019 to create a unified Arctic airline
- •Serves over 25 remote communities in northern Canada and major southern hubs
- •Extensive Boeing 737 and ATR 42 fleet specially adapted for northern climates
- •Partnership with Aeroplan for points accumulation on eligible flights
Fare families
Saver
Our most affordable option, perfect for travelers with firm itineraries.
- •1 piece of checked baggage (up to 50 lbs)
- •Non-refundable
- •Flight changes permitted for a fee
- •Standard seat selection available for purchase
Standard
A balanced fare offering moderate flexibility and enhanced convenience for everyday travel.
- •Up to 2 pieces of checked baggage
- •Changes permitted with reduced fees
- •Complimentary standard seat selection
- •Aeroplan points accumulation
Flexible
Maximum flexibility and priority services for unpredictable travel schedules.
- •Fully refundable
- •No change fees (fare difference may apply)
- •Priority boarding and check-in
- •Premium seat selection included
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Economy passengers typically receive one free checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg). Beneficiaries of the Inuit or Inuvialuit registers and flexible fare holders receive enhanced baggage allowances.
Change policy
Change policies depend on the fare class purchased. Saver fares are subject to change fees and are non-refundable, while Flexible fares allow adjustments without penalty (fare differences may apply).
Check-in
Online check-in opens 24 hours prior to departure. Passengers are advised to arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before domestic flights, especially when checking specialized cargo or traveling from remote communities.
Colombo (CMB) network
First Air operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight W5 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight W5 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight W5 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight W5 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight W5 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight W5 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat