Originally Posted by
B772
Air Canada are commencing a nonstop B787 service MEL-Vancouver on 03/12/17 which will provide a one stop from MEL to LHR and many other destinations. This could rain on Allan's parade, especially for anyone who has concerns about flying over the middle east.
AC have virtually monopoly on OZ/YVR flights (Qantas does a few ex SYD only) & they charge a premium for the privilege, so they won't be dumping seats just so they can sell a through fare to LHR.