WestJet Group and the Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) outline partnership achievements, showcasing enhanced connectivity and record-breaking strategic growth

With over 2.4 million seats serving Winnipegthis year, WestJet and the WAA continue to strengthen travel options for both business and leisure in Manitoba'scapital

CALGARY, AB, Oct. 4, 2024/CNW/ - Today, the WestJet Group met with the WAA to deliver a progress update on the airline's successful growth strategy for Winnipeg, highlighting an impressive 21 per cent growth for 2024 in Manitoba'scapital.

"This winter, we will further expand to serve 22 destinations out of Winnipeg, compared to 18 last winter, increasing our capacity by 35 per cent, marking both record growth for us in the community and our largest capacity boost at any airport in Western Canadathis season," said von Hoensbroech. "Our steadfast commitment to Winnipegis evident year-round, through our investments and our strong partnership with the WAA, WestJet is well-positioned to continue enhancing travel options for both leisure and business travellers alike."

WestJet unlocks same-day business itineraries for Winnipeg'sbusiness community through domestic network enhancements

WestJet's domestic service to Winnipeghas grown year-over-year by 43 per cent, allowing for the introduction of same-day itineraries uniquely tailored for Manitoba'sbusiness community, substantially strengthening connections to essential markets across Canadafor the community.

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Winnipegbenefits from expansive transborder and leisure network

In addition to enhancing its domestic offerings, the airline is boosting Winnipeg'sglobal connectivity this fall and winter with new transborder services to Atlantaand three exciting leisure destinations: Los Cabos, Nashville, and Fort Lauderdale. These additions will serve over 9,000 passengers looking to explore these vibrant locations, complementing WestJet's extensive sun and leisure schedule and further linking Winnipegto sought-after Latin American and Caribbeanmarkets.

"WAA is proud to enhance connectivity for our community, delivering the travel options they deserve. Our growing partnership with WestJet reflects a shared commitment to our province, offering more flights to more destinations from YWG and providing traveller's with greater choice and convenience," Nick Hays, Winnipeg Airports Authority President & CEO.

Western Canada'shome team carrier championing affordability and accessibility

Earlier this year, WestJet introduced its UltraBasic fare option, the airline's lowest priced option, providing flexibility and choice across every single route in our network. Through WestJet's commitment to increasing affordability of air travel, the airline has enabled more than 1.4 million Manitobans to fly through WS expanded network. By year-end we expect that number to rise close to 2 million guests.

About WestJet

In 28 years of serving Canadians, WestJet has cut airfares in half and increased the flying population in Canadato more than 50 per cent. WestJet launched in 1996 with three aircraft, 250 employees and five destinations, growing over the years to more than 14,000 employees, 200 aircraft, and more than 100 destinations in 25 countries.

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Recent recognition includes:

2020/2019 Number-One Ranked Canadian Airline Loyalty Program in Member Engagement (Bond Brand Loyalty)
2019/2018/2017 Best Airline in Canada(TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice awards for Airlines) 
2019 Winner Among Mid-Sized Airlines in North America(TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice awards for Airlines)
2019/2018 Number-One-Ranked Airline Credit Card in Canada(Rewards Canada) 

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