WestJet adds 6 new sun destinations to Calgary’s winter travel schedule

Calgary-based WestJet has rolled out its winter schedule, adding five new destinations for sun-seekers—none of them in the U.S.

WestJet has announced six new routes between Calgary and some popular vacation destinations this winter.

Travellers are now able to book flights this December to Guadalajara, Mexico; Panama City, Panama; Tepic (Riviera Nayarit), Mexico; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; and Cozumel, Mexico.

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“With these strategic additions, we’re increasing our sun destination seat capacity from YYC Calgary International Airport by 15 per cent compared to last winter, reaffirming our commitment to being the top choice for sun-seeking guests,” said John Weatherill, the airline’s executive vice-president and chief commercial officer in a news release.

“We’re excited to offer Calgarians even more affordable travel options and unmatched choice this winter, and we can’t wait to hear what travel stories take off from these new routes.”

WestJet’s service to Panama City is “more than a new route” say officials.

“It is an opportunity for Panama to further connect with a high value market like Canada and continue positioning itself as a strategic hub in the region,” said Gloria De León Zubieta, Panama’s minister of tourism. “This connection supports our national goal of attracting more international visitors, and showcasing Panama as a destination that bridges continents, cultures, and opportunities.”

WestJet’s new winter 2025/2026 sun destinations from Calgary

With the new connections taken into account, WestJet’s Calgary network now includes 98 non-stop destinations.

More domestic flights added

In addition to the international destinations, WestJet has improved service to a number of routes within Western Canada.

The changes consist of flights between Calgary and Prince George nine times a week (29 per cent increase), Calgary and Abbotsford 32 times a week (19 per cent increase), Calgary and Kelowna 66 times a week (27 per cent increase) and Calgary to Regina 45 times a week (10 per cent increase).