VANCOUVER — Flair Airlines, previously known as NewLeaf Travel Company, has announced that it will be launching year-round service from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) this winter.

The airline will offer nonstop access between YVR and Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG), as well as continued service to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) from YEG. Each of these new services will operate four times weekly beginning Dec. 15, 2017.

“Flair Airlines is thrilled to be announcing service to Vancouver International Airport. YVR is a true gateway airport that connects people to the rest of the world and we believe this is an important addition to our route network,” stated Chris Lapointe, Vice President, Commercial Operations.

Craig Richmond, President and CEO of the Vancouver Airport Authority added: “With a vision to serve 25 million passengers by 2020, we are pleased to welcome another new airline partner with Flair Airlines launching scheduled service at YVR this winter. Vancouverites will be thrilled to have additional options to get to Kelowna, Edmonton and Toronto just in time for the busy holiday season.”

Earlier this summer, Kelowna-based Flair Airlines purchased the assets of NewLeaf, taking over its marketing, selling and distribution. Since last year, Flair has flown over 376,600 passengers on over 3,090 flights. Flair Airlines will operate a Boeing 737-400 aircraft on these routes with seat capacity for 156 passengers.