WestJet has announced its intention to introduce a new nonstop service operating three times a week between Vancouver and Austin, Texas. This route, set to commence on May 11, 2025, is expected to create substantial tourism and economic prospects for both cities, fostering connections among businesses, tourists, and cultural exchanges between the lively city of Vancouver and the rapidly expanding market of Austin.
“As we enhance our service offerings throughout Western Canada, we are delighted to introduce new WestJet flights between Vancouver and Austin as part of our expanded summer schedule,” stated Daniel Fajardo, Vice-President of Network and Schedule Planning at WestJet. “This new service will establish a crucial link between the Greater Vancouver Area and the Southern United States, providing travelers with a convenient and cost-effective means to experience Austin’s vibrant music scene and celebrated culinary offerings, while also granting U.S. visitors access to one of Canada’s most iconic cities.”
“We are excited to witness the continued expansion of WestJet’s network into significant U.S. destinations from YVR, particularly with the introduction of service to Austin, Texas,” remarked Russ Atkinson, Director of Air Service Development at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). “Recognized globally as a premier destination for live music, this new route to Austin enhances our existing connections and is a valuable addition to WestJet’s expanded summer service, which also features new nonstop flights from YVR to Boston, MA, and Tampa, FL.”
Earlier this week, WestJet announced its summer schedule for 2025, highlighting substantial expansion throughout the country, particularly in its transborder services from Vancouver. This summer, WestJet plans to operate flights to 15 destinations in the United States from Vancouver, offering as many as 93 weekly departures during the peak travel season.
