Flair Air Expands to Victoria

Immediate Release

Flair Airlines (Kelowna, B.C.), Canada’s only operating ultra low-fare airline today announced an expanded route net- work that will more than double its flight service, offering affordable airfares. Included in the expanded network are direct flights from Victoria to Edmonton, with connection to Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Toronto and Hamilton. Flights now on sale will begin operating on June 15th, 2018. Earlier growth projections have been realized with this announcement by the airline, with seven aircraft in scheduled service.

“This is a very exciting announcement for Flair and Canadians. Every time we enter a market, Canadians benefit signifi- cantly as airfare drops almost immediately by more than 20% on the routes we serve,” stated Jim Scott, CEO, Flair Air- lines. “We are thrilled to add this service to and from Victoria, and look forward to being a part of the community.”

Flair Airlines currently operates 90 flights per week. On June 15th, Flair will operate 208 flights per week, with increased direct, one stop and connectivity throughout its network.

Schedule Highlights (new directs):

Toronto to: Winnipeg to: Saskatoon to: Calgary to: Edmonton to: Prince George to: Vancouver to: Victoria to:

Halifax

Calgary, Vancouver

Edmonton

Vancouver, Winnipeg, Kelowna Saskatoon, Prince George, Victoria Vancouver, Edmonton

Prince George

Edmonton

Additionally, the frequency on almost every route we currently serve has grown with this new schedule. Tickets are now on sale for the summer at www.flairair.ca

Introductory fares to Edmonton start at just $79. (one way, taxes & fees included).

“This schedule is a clear indication that the demand for low-fare flying is strong, and we are proud to be the airline that initiated and sparked this movement across the country,” Jim Scott, CEO Flair Airlines.

About Flair Airlines Ltd.

Headquartered in Kelowna, BC, Flair’s roots as a charter airline solidified a commitment to achieving the highest safety standards and service. In 2017 Flair transitioned to a scheduled airline, offering affordable airfare to Canadians. Flair is focused on key airports; building a main transfer hub in Edmonton Alberta. Flair continues to build a network that sup- ports strong seasonal customer demands. By June 15, 2018 Flair will operate 208 domestic flights coast to coast, from 11 destinations. For more information on Flair, please visit our website at www.flairair.ca

Contact:

Julie Rempel
Communications, Flair Airlines 204 807 2900 julie.rempel@flairair.ca 

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