Newsroom | Region of Waterloo International Airport

Flair Airlines strengthens commitment to Kitchener-Waterloo with new aircraft and 50+ new jobs Canada's independent low fare airline will base a third aircraft in Kitchener-Waterloo Each aircraft brings increased passengers, greater connectivity, and approximately 50 additional direct and indirect jobs to the region New service to Charlottetown and Saint John from Kitchener-Waterloo starts in June Kitchener, Ontario, February 23, 2022 - Today, Flair Airlines, Canada's everyday low fare airline, announced the expansion of its base today at Region of Waterloo International Airport. A total of three aircraft will be based at the airport, bringing economic growth and greater connectivity to the region.

Feb 23, 2022

Flair Airlines says “¡Hola México!” with Low Fare Flights from Canada to Cancun and Los Cabos Canada's leading low-fare airline begins Mexico service in February from Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia Edmonton, Alberta, November 16, 2021 - Flair Airlines, Canada's only true ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues to expand and change the face of the Canadian aviation market as it introduces nonstop, low-fare flights to Cancun and Los Cabos, Mexico, from Vancouver, Abbotsford, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Kitchener-Waterloo. “Starting in February, Canadians will enjoy affordable, sunny winter getaways to Cancun and Los Cabos without breaking the bank,” said Garth Lund, Chief Commercial Officer, Flair Airlines.

Nov 16, 2021

Pivot Airlines announces service to Ottawa and Montreal from the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). Toronto, ON - Pivot Airlines is pleased to announce the launch of scheduled air service between Waterloo Region and Ottawa beginning February 19, 2022, and between Waterloo Region and Montreal beginning March 21, 2022. Advanced tickets go on sale midnight November 5, 2021 at www.

Nov 05, 2021

Government of Canada announces additional Canadian airports accepting international passenger flights Ottawa Transport Canada The Government of Canada is prioritizing the health and safety of all people in Canada by continuing to take a risk-based and measured approach to re-opening the border. Canada's phased approach to easing border measures is informed by the available data and scientific evidence, including the vaccination rate of Canadians, and the improving epidemiological situation.

Nov 02, 2021

Chartright Air Group will open a new FBO in Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada’s “Silicon Valley”. Chartright will double the size of its existing aircraft hangar at the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and provide a wide range of services for private jets, passengers and flight crew. The new Fixed Base Operation (FBO) will offer a spacious passenger lounge, private jet management and charter services, aircraft maintenance/repair and expanded Jet fuel capacity.

Oct 28, 2021

Construction to Double the Size of Region of Waterloo International Airport Waterloo Region, ON - Today, Regional Council, as well as airport staff, airline and business partners celebrated the airport's expansion project that will see Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) double in size in the next six months. This will accommodate growth that will see passenger traffic increase from 70K in 2019 to over 1 million in 2022.

Oct 14, 2021

Waterloo Airport and Flair Airlines Announce Additional Destinations Waterloo Region, ON - Today, Flair Airlines announced additional destinations out of the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). The new destinations include Fort Lauderdale and Orlando-Sanford, Florida, which will begin non-stop air service starting the week of October 31, 2021.

Jul 08, 2021

Flair Airlines expands with eight new destinations across Canada ULCC to bring low fare air travel to 18 cities by August, filling voids left by legacy carriers and ensuring affordable travel options are available for Canadians Edmonton, Alberta, February 10, 2021 - Flair Airlines, Canada's only independent ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), is expanding service and will bring low fare air travel to 18 Canadian destinations by summer. Service to four of the new destinations will begin in May with more added in the coming months as non-essential travel within Canada safely restarts.

Feb 10, 2021

Region of Waterloo International Airport welcomes Flair Airlines Waterloo Region - Today Flair Airlines announced a formal arrangement with the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). Flair Airlines will provide non-stop domestic air service to Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Halifax multiple times a week.

Feb 10, 2021

Canada’s Airports Focus on Aviation Safety

Canadian Airports Safety Week is returning this year from September 28^th – October 2^nd 2020. Despite the challenges that airports are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic, they are still placing safety first and working to celebrate this special week with the proper safety measures in place.

Oct 01, 2020