WestJet launches Fredericton – Calgary service

Canadian carrier WestJet is launching a new service to New Brunswick between Fredericton and Calgary.

This article covers WestJet's launch of new service to New Brunswick between Fredericton and Calgary.

WestJet: Fredericton to Calgary

Opening on June 20, 2024, WestJet will launch new service between Fredericton, New Brunswick and Calgary.

The new route will run twice a week from June 20 to October 28.

First, the outbound service departs Calgary International Airport (YYC) at 09:15 and then arrives at Fredericton International Airport (YFC) at 17:00.

Second, the inbound service departs Fredericton International Airport (YFC) at 5:50 p.m., after which it returns to Calgary International Airport (YYC) at 8:05 p.m.

This route is likely to be operated by the carrier's Boeing 737 fleet. However, the carrier currently has:

• 39 Boeing 737-700
  • Equipped with 12 business class and 120 economy class seats.
• 50 Boeing 737-800
  • However, some are equipped with 12 business class and 162 economy class seats.
  • However, some are equipped with 189 economy class seats.
• 32 Boeing 737 MAX 8s
  • However, some are equipped with 12 business class and 162 economy class seats.
  • However, some are equipped with 189 economy class seats.

Commenting on their latest route announcement, WestJet Vice President of External Affairs Andrew Gibbons said, “The addition of service between Fredericton and Calgary is a testament to our ongoing commitment to deliver on our promise to expand our Atlantic Canada service through the critical east. – Joining the West, it has strong community support.

“The route we're celebrating today will not only provide improved business and leisure opportunities, but will further strengthen the connection between Fredericton and Calgary's vibrant and unique economies.”

In addition to Gibbons' comments, Fredericton International Airport Authority President and CEO Johanna Gallant added, “We are excited to welcome WestJet's nonstop service from Fredericton to Calgary.”

“YFC is a growing airport in a thriving region and this new flight offers the connections families, businesses and visitors are looking for.”

Also, David Seabrook, Director of Tourism for the Fredericton Capital Region, says, “WestJet's new Calgary-Fredericton service will be great news for the growing number of Albertans looking to vacation in Fredericton and the rest of the Maritimes.”

“The ties between family and friends in the two provinces are historically very strong, and this new route will be great for those planning a visit to New Brunswick's capital this summer.”

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