WestJet announced its winter 2025/2026 schedule, adding new non-stop service between Winnipeg and Liberia, Costa Rica, marking WestJet’s first ever non-stop route from Winnipeg to Central America. Starting December 19, 2025, and operating once weekly, the route further enhances Winnipeg’s connectivity to sought-after sun destinations and reaffirms WestJet’s position as Manitoba’s leisure travel champion and premier airline for sun vacations.
WestJet will operate 23 non-stop routes from Winnipeg this winter, including to 15 destinations in Mexico, Latin America, Caribbean, and to US sun. Additionally, WestJet is adding more non-stop service to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, increasing overall sun destination flying from Winnipeg by 14 per cent, compared to 2024.
«I am pleased to announce that we will once again be expanding our extensive network of sun destinations from Winnipeg this winter,» said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. «WestJet’s all new service between Winnipeg and Liberia reflects our commitment to offering more convenient options for guests seeking sun-filled escapes this winter. WestJet guests departing from Winnipeg have come to expect affordable, non-stop service to key destinations, and our winter 2025/2026 schedule delivers on both.»
Route | Peak Weekly | Start Date | Frequency |
Winnipeg-Liberia | 1x weekly | December 19, 2025 | New route |
Winnipeg-Cancun* | 12x weekly | October 26, 2025 | 9 per cent |
Winnipeg-Puerto Vallarta* | 10x weekly | October 26, 2025 | 11 per cent |
*New frequency available July 14, 2025
«We’re thrilled to see WestJet continue to invest in Winnipeg’s air service with the addition of Liberia, Costa Rica — a destination that offers Manitoba travellers even more opportunity to explore and unwind. This new route, along with expanded service to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, highlights WestJet’s confidence in our market and strengthens Winnipeg Richardson International Airport’s role as a key hub connecting our community to the world.» — Nick Hays, President & CEO, Winnipeg Airports Authority.