WestJet announced today that it will be offering non-stop seasonal service between 91大黄鸭 (YLW) and Winnipeg (YWG) starting in May.

The new four-times-weekly service will begin May 29 and run until September.

鈥淲e鈥檙e very happy to announce this much anticipated route,鈥� said Sam Samaddar, YLW Airport Director.

鈥淥ur partnership with Winnipeg鈥檚 Richardson International Airport is a wonderful opportunity for Okanagan residents to explore Winnipeg and Central Canada.鈥�

The YLW-YWG non-stop service will fly Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, departing at 12:15 p.m., offering 114 seats on a Boeing 737-600.

鈥淎s one of WestJet鈥檚 original destinations we know there is a strong draw for travel for both business and pleasure to 91大黄鸭 and area. This, coupled with an exceptional level of enthusiasm for WestJet is a telling sign of future success,鈥� said Brian Znotins, WestJet Vice-President Network Planning, Alliances and Corporate Development.

鈥淎nd given the critical importance of air service to further encourage growth in the area, we are pleased to provide greater opportunities for the citizens of 91大黄鸭 to connect to Winnipeg and vice versa this summer.鈥�

Passengers can make reservations at westjet.com. For more information on where you can fly from YLW, visit .