A popular U.S. entertainment hot spot has spun its way back onto the destination list at Âé¶čAV International Airport (YLW).
As of Dec. 15, WestJet is offering twice weekly direct service, on Mondays and Fridays, between Âé¶čAV and Las Vegas.
The service returns following a two-year hiatus and was announced during a media event complete with a mini Vegas-style show, a magician and a flashy sports car.
âItâs an incredible day when you can relaunch air service,â Sam Samaddar, YLW CEO explained. âWeâve heard from customers that they want more service into the U.S., and Las Vegas is a very popular destination.â
Âé¶čAV International Airport and WestJet have teamed up to offer direct flights to Las Vegas. WestJet executive Riccardo Simonelli made the announcement.
â Gary Barnes (@GaryBarnes109)
The service is being offered seasonally to begin with.
âWeâre offering the service between Dec. 15 and April 28,â said Riccardo Simonelli, director of Canadian airports for WestJet. âWe are constantly reviewing opportunities to expand to lucrative markets like this.â
Simonelli added that fares will be available at all levels from ultra-low cost to premium.
âIâm happy to say that bookings look great and weâre very happy with the flight today.â
Samaddar expects the route to be popular with Okanagan travellers.
âWe know historically with serving that market that it has been very well received and certainly we expect it to be full.â
Sammadar also sees Las Vegas residents flying to Âé¶čAV to see what the city has to offer.
âWeâre taking that seriously and looking at the opportunities, especially in winter with skiing, to get those residents somewhere different.â
The WestJet website currently shows one-way flights as low as $163 depending on the time of year.
READ MORE: Commercial project considered for Âé¶čAV Airport Business Park
READ MORE: Big Apple celebration back for Âé¶čAV New Yearâs Eve
