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Globe and Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
WestJet and Kenya Airways announce new interline agreement expanding connectivity across Africa
CALGARY, AB , July 24, 2025 /CNW/ - WestJet today announced a new interline partnership agreement with Kenya Airways, significantly enhancing connectivity across both carriers' networks. The agreement allows WestJet guests to seamlessly travel to Nairobi , and beyond, with expanded access to 35 destinations across Africa , through the Canadian airline's extensive network of European and transborder connections. On the other side of the Atlantic, Kenya Airways guests benefit from single stop access to Calgary , Halifax , St. John's and Toronto , feeding into 69 North American destinations. "Our newest interline partnership with Kenya Airways is a continuation of our tireless commitment to more global connectivity throughout WestJet's network and beyond, unlocking new and enhanced access for WestJet guests to destinations across Africa ," said John Weatherill , WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "With the addition of new single-point access to Nairobi , WestJet is further leveraging its European and transborder connection points to offer convenient and affordable connectivity in service of business and leisure guests." Julius Thairu , Kenya Airways Chief Commercial & Customer Officer says, "We are excited about this interline partnership that allows us to provide our customers with more option for connectivity across the Atlantic and especially in Canada . Our goal of connecting Africa to the World and the World to Africa remains a key component of our mission of propelling the prosperity of Africa by connecting its people cultures and markets." With new single-point connection access via Paris , Amsterdam , London ( Gatwick ), London ( Heathrow ) and New York (JFK) to Nairobi , WestJet guests can now book a single ticket with a connected itinerary between WestJet and Kenya Airways' networks with single point check-in and through-checked bags. Bookings will be available through a travel agent or third-party ticket sales websites. 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. Learn more about WestJet at (also available in French) Follow WestJet on Facebook at Follow WestJet on X at and Follow WestJet on Instagram at Subscribe to WestJet on YouTube at About Kenya Airways: Kenya Airways (KQ), The Pride of Africa, is a leading African carrier on a mission to propel Africa's prosperity by connecting its people, cultures, and markets. We fly to 45 destinations worldwide, 37 of which are in Africa , connecting over 5 million passengers and over 70,000 Tons of cargo annually through our Hub at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. As the sole African carrier in the SkyTeam Alliance, we open up a world of possibilities for our customers, connecting them to over 1,060 destinations in 173 countries. We take pride in offering a delightful flying experience with a caring African touch. Our exceptional African hospitality has consistently earned us global recognition including the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards where we were honoured with the Best Airline Staff and Best Airline Cabin Crew in Africa in 2024. For more information, visit or call our 24-hour Customer Services Desk at +254 20 327 4747. We are also available on Twitter: @KenyaAirways & @KQSupport, Facebook: @OfficialKenyaAirways, and Instagram: @OfficialKenyaAirways.
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
WestJet and Kenya Airways announce new interline agreement expanding connectivity across Africa Français
Partnership unlocks seamless connections between Canada and 36 destinations across Africa, including single stop access to Nairobi CALGARY, AB, July 24, 2025 /CNW/ - WestJet today announced a new interline partnership agreement with Kenya Airways, significantly enhancing connectivity across both carriers' networks. The agreement allows WestJet guests to seamlessly travel to Nairobi, and beyond, with expanded access to 35 destinations across Africa, through the Canadian airline's extensive network of European and transborder connections. On the other side of the Atlantic, Kenya Airways guests benefit from single stop access to Calgary, Halifax, St. John's and Toronto, feeding into 69 North American destinations. "Our newest interline partnership with Kenya Airways is a continuation of our tireless commitment to more global connectivity throughout WestJet's network and beyond, unlocking new and enhanced access for WestJet guests to destinations across Africa," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "With the addition of new single-point access to Nairobi, WestJet is further leveraging its European and transborder connection points to offer convenient and affordable connectivity in service of business and leisure guests." Julius Thairu, Kenya Airways Chief Commercial & Customer Officer says, "We are excited about this interline partnership that allows us to provide our customers with more option for connectivity across the Atlantic and especially in Canada. Our goal of connecting Africa to the World and the World to Africa remains a key component of our mission of propelling the prosperity of Africa by connecting its people cultures and markets." With new single-point connection access via Paris, Amsterdam, London (Gatwick), London (Heathrow) and New York (JFK) to Nairobi, WestJet guests can now book a single ticket with a connected itinerary between WestJet and Kenya Airways' networks with single point check-in and through-checked bags. Bookings will be available through a travel agent or third-party ticket sales websites. 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. Learn more about WestJet at (also available in French) Follow WestJet on Facebook at Follow WestJet on Instagram at Subscribe to WestJet on YouTube at About Kenya Airways: Kenya Airways (KQ), The Pride of Africa, is a leading African carrier on a mission to propel Africa's prosperity by connecting its people, cultures, and markets. We fly to 45 destinations worldwide, 37 of which are in Africa, connecting over 5 million passengers and over 70,000 Tons of cargo annually through our Hub at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. As the sole African carrier in the SkyTeam Alliance, we open up a world of possibilities for our customers, connecting them to over 1,060 destinations in 173 countries. We take pride in offering a delightful flying experience with a caring African touch. Our exceptional African hospitality has consistently earned us global recognition including the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards where we were honoured with the Best Airline Staff and Best Airline Cabin Crew in Africa in 2024. For more information, visit or call our 24-hour Customer Services Desk at +254 20 327 4747. We are also available on Twitter: @KenyaAirways & @KQSupport, Facebook: @OfficialKenyaAirways, and Instagram: @OfficialKenyaAirways.
Vancouver Sun
15-07-2025
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
WestJet expands winter schedule with five new sun destinations
WestJet recently revealed its winter schedule, featuring five new sun destinations from Calgary, Montreal or Toronto starting this December. The Canadian air carrier is adding Panama City, Panama; Guadalajara, Mexico; Tepic (Nayarit), Mexico; Havana, Cuba; and Managua, Nicaragua to its roster in addition to other new routes. The schedule also marks Mexico City's first winter season of operation since becoming a year-round service. As part of the announcement , WestJet noted seat capacity across the Latin America and Caribbean region is scheduled to grow by six per cent overall, with popular vacation hot spots like Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Mexico in focus for new route growth. Plan your next getaway with Travel Time, featuring travel deals, destinations and gear. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Travel Time will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'Canadians want value while escaping the cold, and WestJet's 2025/2026 winter schedule delivers on both affordability and choice,' John Weatherill, the airline's executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, said in a news release. 'In fact, 71 per cent of WestJet's non-stop services are currently priced lower than they were in 2024.' WestJet is also launching new routes from Calgary to Cozumel, Mexico and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Vancouver to Liberia, Costa Rica; Montreal to Samana, Dominican Republic; Quebec City to Montego Bay, Jamaica; Thunder Bay, Ontario to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; and Winnipeg to Liberia, Costa Rica. The expanded routes come on the heels of a sharp decline in Canadians travelling to the U.S. in recent months, due in large part to ongoing trade tensions and comments made by the president of the United States about making Canada the nation's 51st state. Weatherill announced WestJet's new southern destinations during a press conference at Calgary International Airport. According to Airways , the commercial aviation publication, Weatherill confirmed during the press event that WestJet has 'seen some decline in demand to the U.S. — and as a result, we've redeployed some of our capacity into domestic markets, across the Atlantic and to Latin America and Caribbean destinations.' WestJet will operate 305 total routes and serve 62 Latin American, Caribbean and U.S. sun destinations this winter.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
WestJet redeploys network to new locations after decline in demand for flights to U.S.
WestJet's schedule of direct flights is opening up to new locations in Mexico and Central America after the airline saw a descent in demand for U.S. destinations this year. On Monday, WestJet announced five new routes to warmer cities as part of its upcoming winter schedule. The new destinations include Guadalajara, Tepic and Cozumel in Mexico, as well as Panama City, and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. John Weatherill, WestJet Group executive vice president and chief commercial officer, said the new destinations come as the company makes network adjustments to account for "the geopolitical environment" this year. The airline has seen a decline in demand from Canadian travellers interested in flying to the U.S. "As a result, we've redeployed some of our capacity into domestic markets across the Atlantic and to [Latin America and] Caribbean destinations," Weatherill said. "We've seen that demand situation stabilize, but it's hard to say how it's going to develop going forward. But we have a lot of confidence in the destinations that we're offering today." A decline in consumer interest for U.S. travel has been recorded in Canada since U.S. President Donald Trump took office in January and began commenting on a desire to make Canada the 51st state of his country. Many Canadians have opted not to visit their southern neighbour for a number of reasons, including the ongoing trade war between the two countries, increased scrutiny at the border or as a way to boycott the U.S. Instead, Weatherill said the company has seen more interest from Canadians this year in domestic travel, or visiting Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. "It's been meaningful, but it's stabilized and we hope to see it begin to improve," Weatherill said about consumer demand for U.S. travel. The new destinations are also part of the airline's overall strategy to reach more Latin American and Caribbean destinations, which it's pursuing regardless of Canada's relationship with the U.S. Balázs Bogáts, the chief commercial officer at the Calgary airport, also acknowledged the shift in demand WestJet has seen. "Due to the ongoing geopolitical challenges, WestJet decided to reallocate some capacity to some exciting new destinations," said Bogáts In May, WestJet paused nine routes between Canada and the U.S. as a result of declining consumer demand, including the route between Calgary and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., which was suspended for a month in June.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
WestJet redeploys network to new locations after decline in demand for flights to U.S.
WestJet's schedule of direct flights is opening up to new locations in Mexico and Central America after the airline saw a descent in demand for U.S. destinations this year. On Monday, WestJet announced five new routes to warmer cities as part of its upcoming winter schedule. The new destinations include Guadalajara, Tepic and Cozumel in Mexico, as well as Panama City, and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. John Weatherill, WestJet Group executive vice president and chief commercial officer, said the new destinations come as the company makes network adjustments to account for "the geopolitical environment" this year. The airline has seen a decline in demand from Canadian travellers interested in flying to the U.S. "As a result, we've redeployed some of our capacity into domestic markets across the Atlantic and to [Latin America and] Caribbean destinations," Weatherill said. "We've seen that demand situation stabilize, but it's hard to say how it's going to develop going forward. But we have a lot of confidence in the destinations that we're offering today." A decline in consumer interest for U.S. travel has been recorded in Canada since U.S. President Donald Trump took office in January and began commenting on a desire to make Canada the 51st state of his country. Many Canadians have opted not to visit their southern neighbour for a number of reasons, including the ongoing trade war between the two countries, increased scrutiny at the border or as a way to boycott the U.S. Instead, Weatherill said the company has seen more interest from Canadians this year in domestic travel, or visiting Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. "It's been meaningful, but it's stabilized and we hope to see it begin to improve," Weatherill said about consumer demand for U.S. travel. The new destinations are also part of the airline's overall strategy to reach more Latin American and Caribbean destinations, which it's pursuing regardless of Canada's relationship with the U.S. Balázs Bogáts, the chief commercial officer at the Calgary airport, also acknowledged the shift in demand WestJet has seen. "Due to the ongoing geopolitical challenges, WestJet decided to reallocate some capacity to some exciting new destinations," said Bogáts In May, WestJet paused nine routes between Canada and the U.S. as a result of declining consumer demand, including the route between Calgary and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., which was suspended for a month in June.
