WestJet has announced the addition of five new routes for the winter 2026/2027 season, enhancing its position as Canada's leading leisure airline. The new routes will connect Calgary to Mérida, Mexico, marking the first non-stop service between Western Canada and the cultural capital of Yucatán. Other new connections include Belize City to Winnipeg, Punta Cana to Winnipeg, San José del Cabo to Regina, and Liberia to Ottawa.

These routes are part of WestJet's strategy to meet the increasing demand for travel to Mexico and the Latin Caribbean, whilst also managing fleet capacity during peak winter months. John Weatherill, WestJet's Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, stated, "We are excited to offer more ways for guests to trade their snow boots for sandals in the destinations that matter most to them."

The new services will commence between late November and December 2026, with weekly flights planned. WestJet's expansion underscores its commitment to providing more sun destination options, maintaining its status as the top Canadian carrier to Mexico, Belize, and Liberia.

In addition to the new routes, Sunwing Vacations, part of the WestJet Group, has revealed its winter schedule, including new holiday packages to popular destinations like Puerto Plata and Roatán. The full schedule runs from 1 November 2026 to 30 April 2027.

This expansion not only strengthens WestJet's connectivity but also supports tourism growth in these regions, offering Canadian travellers more choices for their winter getaways

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