Winnipeg to get a direct flight to Los Angeles with WestJet

One of the leading Canadian airlines, WestJet has announced a new route that will link Winnipeg with Los Angeles, from the end of October this year.  Last year, the Film and Television industry brought over $364.5 Million worth of production volume to Manitoba, and this new route will enable further growth and investment in the province.

WestJet says this service will operate three-times weekly on a year-round basis and should strengthen the integral ties and convenience in transportation between Winnipeg's expanding television and film industry and the world-renowned hub of entertainment itself, Los Angeles.

John Weatherill, WestJet, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: "WestJet is thrilled to be a part of this investment creating a new, direct link for business, tourism and entertainment between these two unique cites, building on our commitment to Winnipeg."

"Manitoba's film and television industry plays a key role in our provincial economy, and I want to commend WestJet for this strategic investment that will have significant benefits not only for the entertainment industry, but for Manitoba's tourism, trade and business sectors," said Honourable Heather Stefanson, Premier of Manitoba. "As Manitoba's economy takes off into a new era of growth, I look forward to continuing to work with WestJet and all economic development partners to identify opportunities of growth and promote Manitoba as a destination of choice."

As the only airline providing direct connectivity between Winnipeg and Los Angeles, WestJet's service between the two cities will stimulate business and leisure travel and is a testament to WestJet's commitment to support investment and economic growth in the communities it serves.

Route	Start Date	Frequency	Departure	Arrival
Winnipeg – Los Angeles	Beginning October 31, 2022	3x Weekly (Monday, Friday, Saturday)	7:00 am	8:50 am
Los Angeles - Winnipeg	Beginning October 31, 2022	3x Weekly (Monday, Friday, Saturday)	9:35 am	3:07 pm

"Manitoba Film & Music is thrilled at the announcement of Winnipeg to LA direct flights through WestJet," said Rod Bruinooge, Interim CEO and Film Commissioner, Manitoba Film & Music. "This is a game changer for Manitoba's film industry. A lack of direct flights has played a factor in productions choosing other destinations in which to film and, with a total production volume last fiscal year of $364.5 million, we expect this new route to bring further inward investment to the province. But this announcement is not only of great benefit to the film industry, but to other Manitoba businesses and sectors as well, and this is good for all of us who live here. I look forward to being on that inaugural flight—window or aisle, I'll be thrilled to be there!"