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How much does an Air Canada 777 captain make?

The typical Air Canada Captain salary is $236,660 per year.



In 2026, the salary for an Air Canada Boeing 777 Captain reflects the highest tier of the airline's pay scale due to the aircraft's "heavy" status and the seniority required to fly it. Under the latest labor agreements, a senior captain on the 777 can earn between CA280,000andCA360,000 per year (approx. US205,000toUS265,000). This total often includes a base salary calculated on a 75-hour monthly flight guarantee, plus "add-pay" for overtime, international per diems, and seniority premiums. Top-tier captains with over 12 years of service may even exceed these figures if they maximize their flying hours. It is worth noting that while these numbers are impressive, they are the result of decades of experience; a "Year 1" First Officer at Air Canada starts much lower, often around CA55,000toCA60,000, highlighting the "long game" required to reach the prestigious left seat of a flagship wide-body jet like the 777.

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