WestJet Cuts Routes out of Ottawa

Starting this winter, travellers out of Ottawa International Airport (YOW) will no longer have the option to fly WestJet directly to Winnipeg Richardson International Airport (YWG) or Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, Florida.

CTV Ottawa reports that the airline will continue to operate the Ottawa-Winnipeg route throughout the summer, before ceasing for the winter season.

“In response to shifting demand, WestJet has reallocated flying from some routes in favour of added connectivity and frequency for others within Canada, internationally between Canada and Europe, and between Canada and popular sun destinations where demand has held strong or increased,” WestJet said in a statement. “WestJet constantly assesses and adjusts the network schedule to fly to where guests want to go.”

Related: WestJet Announces a Slew of New Routes for Winter 2025-26

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