WestJet Adds 9 United States Routes This Summer
WestJet will fly to Detroit, Minneapolis, and Washington Dulles for the first time.
WestJet
Since commencing flights in 1996, WestJet has grown to become Canada’s second-largest airline with over 100 destinations in its network. The airline was co-founded by David Neeleman and aimed to emulate the successful low-cost model of Southwest Airlines and Morris Air. WestJet has transitioned to a full-service carrier in recent years, flying to destinations across North America, Europe, Central America, and the Caribbean. (Featured image: Getty Images)
- IATA/ICAO Code:
- WS/WJA
- Airline Type:
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s):
- Calgary International Airport, Toronto Pearson International Airport, Vancouver International Airport
- Year Founded:
- 1994
- CEO:
- Alexis von Hoensbroech
- Country:
- Canada
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