WestJet Expands Network for Summer 2025 with 11 New Routes

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WestJet is set to boost its network capacity by 10% next summer, including a 12% increase in domestic seats, as the airline introduces 11 new routes and enhances service across Canada, the U.S., and Europe. This expansion marks a significant growth phase, supported by the addition of nine leased Boeing 737-8 aircraft.

New Destinations and Route Highlights
Domestic Additions
WestJet will reconnect with two Canadian cities, Sudbury, Ontario, and Sydney, Nova Scotia, expanding its domestic network to 41 airports with over 3,000 weekly departures.

Transborder Expansion
WestJet will add three new U.S. destinations: Anchorage, Alaska; Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina; and Salt Lake City, Utah. Notably, the new Edmonton-Salt Lake City route will provide enhanced connectivity to Delta Air Lines’ hub. Transborder operations will grow by 11%, serving 29 U.S. airports with more than 900 weekly departures.

Transatlantic Growth
Europe sees significant investment, including:

A new route from St. John’s to Paris Charles de Gaulle starting May 2025.
The return of Halifax-Paris and St. John’s-Dublin services.
Extended seasons for Halifax-Edinburgh and Halifax-Dublin routes.
Increased frequencies on St. John’s-London Gatwick, growing from 3X to 4X weekly.
Key 2025 Route Updates
WestJet’s Planned 2025 Network Changes:

RoutePeak weekly frequencyStart dateEnd dateSummer service change
Calgary-Anchorage2X-weeklyJune 29, 2025Sept. 7, 2025New destination
Calgary-Fort Lauderdale1X-weeklyYear-round serviceWinter service extension
Calgary-Minneapolis4X-weeklyMay 16, 2025Sept. 3, 2025New route
Calgary-Raleigh-Durham3X-weeklyJune 9, 2025Oct. 13, 2025New destination
Calgary-Seoul Incheon4X-weeklyMar. 31, 2025Oct. 19, 2025Increase frequency
Calgary-Sudbury2X-weeklyJune 12, 2025Oct. 19, 2025Returning destination
Calgary-Sydney2X-weeklyJune 10, 2025Oct. 18, 2025Returning destination
Calgary-Tampa1X-weeklyYear-round serviceWinter service extension
Edmonton-Chicago O’Hare3X-weeklyJune 4, 2025Oct. 22, 2025New route
Edmonton-Salt Lake City5X-weeklyMay 15, 2025Oct. 24, 2025New destination
Halifax-Dublin4X-weeklyMay 20, 2025Oct. 13, 2025Service extension
Halifax-Edinburgh3X-weeklyMay 15, 2025Oct. 14, 2025Service extension
Halifax-Paris Charles de Gaulle4X-weeklyMay 16, 2025Oct. 25, 2025Returning route
Kelowna-Seattle7X-weeklyYear-round serviceWinter extension
St. John’s-Dublin2X-weeklyMay 22, 2025Oct. 23, 2025Returning route
St. John’s-London Gatwick4X-weeklyApril 28, 2025Oct. 25, 2025Increase frequency
St. John’s-Paris Charles de Gaulle1X-weeklyMay 18, 2025Oct. 19, 2025New route
Vancouver-BostonDailyJune 9, 2025Oct. 13, 2025New route
Vancouver-Tampa1X-weeklyJune 14, 2025Oct. 25, 2025New route
Winnipeg-Orlando1X-weeklyYear-round serviceWinter extension

Fleet and Operational Enhancements
The nine leased Boeing 737-8 aircraft—previously operated by Lynx Air—enable WestJet to manage fleet delays while refreshing cabin interiors to ensure consistency.

Recovery and Expansion Strategy
Despite operational disruptions from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which impacted 25% of its Q4 2024 seat capacity and are expected to reduce revenue by $30-$40 million, WestJet is focused on long-term growth.

Drew Wells, WestJet’s CCO, stated, “Our expanded network reflects a commitment to connecting more communities and meeting growing demand for leisure and business travel.”

Looking Ahead
With the addition of new routes, extended services, and increased frequencies, WestJet aims to enhance connectivity across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, solidifying its position as a leading airline for both domestic and international travelers.

Book your summer travel now and explore WestJet’s expanded destinations in 2025!

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