WestJet has launched a new daily flight between Edmonton and Atlanta, to boost its transborder connectivity.
“Our new route to Atlanta, will bolster incredible connectivity for Edmonton, stimulating critical new opportunities for the city’s vibrant business sector and visitor economy to grow and thrive,” said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. “With year-round service, we are opening up Edmonton to the world and the world to Edmonton with convenient access to a mega-global hub, which hosts more than 1,000 flights per day to more than 200 international and domestic destinations.”
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Route |
Frequency |
Start Date |
Departure |
Arrival |
|
Edmonton-Atlanta |
Daily |
April 29 |
12:45 a.m. |
7:06 a.m. |
|
Atlanta-Edmonton |
Daily |
April 29 |
9:05 a.m. |
11:50 a.m. |
More seamless options for trade and tourism with access to Atlanta, Delta’s largest hub
The United States represents Alberta’s most important bilateral trade partner and the largest inbound tourism market for the province. Through WestJet’s longstanding partnership with Delta Air Lines, guests connecting through Atlanta will gain access to a vast network of U.S. destinations on a single purchased ticket with check-in for all flights at the first departure, baggage tagged to their final destination and lounge access for select guests. Additionally, frequent flyers of both airlines will continue to enjoy extensive reciprocal benefits any time they fly with either carrier, including earning and redeeming in their preferred program.
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