WestJet connects B.C. in winter 2025/2026 schedule with a new sunny escape and more domestic options

VANCOUVER, BC, July 7, 2025 /CNW/ - WestJet today announced its winter 2025/2026 schedule, strengthening its commitment to British Columbia through the launch of all-new, non-stop seasonal service between Vancouver and Liberia, Costa Rica and enhanced frequency on seven domestic routes. Victoria International Airport will see an overall seat capacity increase of 10 per cent, while Kelowna International Airport will see an overall increase of 11 per cent.

WestJet connects B.C. in winter 2025/2026 schedule with a new sunny escape and more domestic options. (CNW Group/WESTJET, an Alberta Partnership)

"WestJet's 2025/2026 B.C. winter schedule reflects our commitment to making air travel more accessible and affordable for Western Canadians," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "By increasing domestic frequencies across British Columbia and introducing new sun service to Costa Rica, we're giving our guests more choice and flexibility so they can connect with loved ones, explore new destinations or escape the cold, all with the convenience and value they expect from WestJet."

Route	Peak weekly frequency	Start date	Increase over winter 2024
Vancouver – Liberia	1x weekly	December 12	New service
Vancouver - Kelowna*	55x weekly	Year-round	53 per cent
Vancouver - Victoria*	35x weekly	Year-round	25 per cent
Vancouver – Nanaimo*	6x weekly	Year-round	50 per cent
Vancouver - Cranbrook*	5x weekly	Year-round	67 per cent
Kelowna – Puerto Vallarta*	4x weekly	October 26	33 per cent
Kelowna – Calgary*	66x weekly	Year-round	27 per cent
Kelowna – Edmonton*	27x weekly	Year-round	42 per cent
Kelowna – Toronto*	5x weekly	Year-round	67 per cent
Victoria – Kelowna*	5x weekly	Year-round	67 per cent
Victoria – Edmonton*	13x weekly	Year-round	44 per cent

*New frequency available July 14

Sunwing Vacations expands package options  

The WestJet Group continues to offer enhanced vacation packages through Sunwing Vacations Group's tour operating and retail brands, including WestJet Vacations.  Vacation seekers can enjoy seamless, affordable holiday travel with the added benefit of WestJet's industry-leading hospitality by booking on WestJet.com, Sunwing.ca or WestJet.com/en-ca/vacations.  

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"We are seeing strong demand for service to Costa Rica from YVR and are delighted that WestJet will be providing important connectivity for our region with the launch of its new service from Vancouver to Liberia," said Mike McNaney, Vice President and Chief External Affairs Officer at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). "WestJet's Liberia route will mark the only non-stop scheduled service to Central America from Vancouver, which is a key addition to WestJet's network at YVR and offers new opportunities for trade and tourism that benefit our community and the economy that supports it."

"This increase in WestJet flights for the winter schedule to key destinations of Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto and Vancouver, demonstrates WestJet's continued dedication to Okanagan region. The increase in domestic frequency not only offers greater convenience and flexible travel options, but also strengthens Kelowna's connectivity to international destinations," says Sam Samaddar, CEO, Kelowna International Airport. "The significant increase to the winter schedule will benefit our local community by attracting more visitors to enjoy everything our region has to offer, spurring local tourism and business."

"We are pleased to see WestJet's continued confidence in our market, as reflected in this expanded winter schedule. Increased frequency on key domestic routes will significantly enhance regional connectivity for Vancouver Island residents, making it easier to access more destinations and opportunities. We greatly value our strong partnership with WestJet and look forward to welcoming even more travellers through Victoria International Airport," said Elizabeth Brown, President and CEO, Victoria Airport Authority.

About WestJet 
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. 

As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada's leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians. 

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