WestJet to Reintroduce Exclusive Transborder Service Between Kelowna and Las Vegas
WestJet has announced reintroducing its exclusive transborder service connecting Kelowna, British Columbia, and Las Vegas, Nevada. This service marks the first time since 2020 that such a connection is being re-established...
WestJet to Reintroduce Exclusive Transborder Service Between Kelowna and Las Vegas
WestJet has announced reintroducing its exclusive transborder service connecting Kelowna, British Columbia, and Las Vegas, Nevada. This service marks the first time since 2020 that such a connection is being re-established, aiming to offer a highly sought-after route for travelers from the Okanagan region. Here, we detail the specifics of this service and its implications for travelers.
Service Details
Starting December 15, 2023, WestJet plans to operate non-stop flights between Kelowna and Las Vegas twice weekly. This initiative is part of WestJet's broader strategy to enhance its investments in Western Canada, focusing on increasing sun and leisure connections for the winter season.
WestJet's Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, John Weatherill, expressed the airline's enthusiasm for adding this transborder connection to their winter schedule. He emphasized WestJet's commitment to offering Canadians affordable and accessible options to find sunnier destinations during the winter.
Additional Transborder Connections
With the introduction of the Kelowna-Las Vegas service, WestJet expands its direct transborder connections from Kelowna, adding to its existing non-stop weekly service to Phoenix, Arizona. This expansion aligns with the airline's ambitious growth strategy, aiming to foster regional economic development and provide more travel options for Canadians.
Sam Samaddar, the Chief Executive Officer of Kelowna International Airport, acknowledged WestJet's steadfast commitment to the region, highlighting the potential economic benefits and strengthened ties that this service promises. He anticipates that the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) will continue to connect the Okanagan region to the world.
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WestJet, which commenced operations in 1996 with three aircraft and 250 employees serving five destinations, has grown exponentially over the past 27 years. Today, the airline operates with over 180 aircraft and 14,000 employees, offering services to more than 100 destinations across 26 countries. WestJet has played a pivotal role in reducing airfares by half and increasing the flying population in Canada to over 50%.
Conclusion
The reintroduction of the Kelowna-Las Vegas service stands as a significant milestone in WestJet's efforts to enhance connectivity and offer more travel options for Canadians. As the airline expands its network, travelers can look forward to more accessible and affordable opportunities to explore new destinations.
For more details on WestJet's services and offerings, visit WestJet's official website.
Note: This article is based on the press release issued by WestJet and aims to present a factual and descriptive summary of the new transborder service between Kelowna and Las Vegas.
