The WestJet Group has announced further network expansion with the addition of new service to Tulum and also Grenada.

The airline is also enhancing its transborder offerings with new flights to Fort Lauderdale from Vancouver and Winnipeg.

“Our strategy to establish the WestJet Group as Canada’s western leader and national leisure champion is working, as we continue to offer the most robust and affordable coast-to-coast schedule, fine-tuned to meet the needs of Canadian travellers,” said John Weatherill, WestJet Group’s Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. “Cementing our position as the country’s leading leisure airline, the WestJet Group will provide more seat capacity than any other airline to sun destinations this winter.”

Tulum’s newly opened international airport will see WestJet service from Calgary (1x weekly, November 9, 2024 – April 27, 2025) and Toronto (3x weekly, November 9, 2024 – April 27, 2025).

 In addition to the strongest schedule, WestJet Vacations will offer packages to 35 major hotels in close proximity to the Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carillo (TQO).

This winter WestJet will also add once-weekly service from Kelowna to Mazatlán (December 13, 2024 – April 18, 2025) and Winnipeg to Los Cabos (November 9, 2024 – April 26, 2025).

Meanwhile WestJet service between Toronto and Grenada will operate once weekly this winter. Flights are timed for connectivity across Western Canada and will be available for sale in the coming weeks for flights November 3, 2024 – April 27, 2025

“With the addition of this new route, the WestJet Group expands accessibility to Grenada for Canadians, inviting them to explore the Spice Island’s vibrant culture, pristine beaches, and lush landscapes. We’re thrilled to partner with WestJet in welcoming travellers to discover Grenada’s charm and hospitality,” said Petra Roach, CEO, Grenada Tourism Authority.

Transborder and Domestic Year-Round Enhancements

With the largest narrowbody order book in Canada, the WestJet Group continues to expand its transborder offerings, further enhancing sun service with the addition of once-weekly flights to Fort Lauderdale from Vancouver (November 3, 2024 – April 20, 2025) and Winnipeg (November 18, 2024 – April 21, 2025).

WestJet will also continue to strengthen connectivity to key Delta Air Lines hubs with service from Edmonton to Atlanta and Regina to Minneapolis, moving to year-round. Additionally, Canadians will benefit from WestJet’s year-round connectivity from Edmonton to Ottawa and Montreal and from Winnipeg to Montreal.

Source: Travelweek