NewLeaf Travel to provide ultra low cost flights from Hamilton International Airport
Domestic routes to begin this February
Hamilton, Ont. – (January 6, 2016)
Today NewLeaf Travel announced it will begin non-stop service between Hamilton and Halifax, Kelowna, Winnipeg, Regina and Saskatoon. Flights are scheduled to begin February 12, 2016, and will be operated in partnership with Flair Airlines.
“Today’s announcement by NewLeaf introduces a new segment of service into the Canadian market and is a game-changer for regional airports like Hamilton International,” said Frank Scremin, President & CEO, John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. “Low-cost service will stimulate air travel demand, and create new choices for Hamilton International passengers.”
Hamilton International is situated approximately 60 minutes’ drive from both Toronto and Niagara Falls, providing easy access to two of Ontario’s primary tourist destinations, as well as direct access to one of the largest population bases in the country.
“We’re very excited NewLeaf has chosen to serve Southern Ontario from Hamilton International,” continued Scremin. “Strategically, we see Hamilton International as an airport well positioned to facilitate low-cost carrier service by providing efficient access to a large population base. We regularly hear from our passengers, that they love flying from Hamilton but wish they could get to more destinations; we’re thrilled that with NewLeaf’s announcement today more people will be able to do so.”
NewLeaf’s service schedule from Hamilton is as follows:
| Destination |
Days of Operation |
Departure Time |
Arrival Time (Destination) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax |
Mon & Fri |
16:15 |
19:24 |
| Kelowna |
Sun |
18:00 |
19:54 |
| Winnipeg |
Wed |
10:30 |
12:29 |
| Winnipeg |
Sat |
18:00 |
19:59 |
| Regina |
Thurs |
07:00 |
09:25 |
| Saskatoon |
Mon & Fri |
08:00 |
10:39 |
NewLeaf flights can be booked online through flynewleaf.ca or by phone at 1-204-888-BOOK.
Today, NewLeaf service announcements are scheduled for Hamilton, Winnipeg and Kelowna. NewLeaf’s press release, full flight schedule and media related materials can be found here.
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Hamilton International Airport Media Contact
Ashley Rapley
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport
media@flyhamilton.ca
About John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport is a growing passenger airport and the largest overnight express freight Airport in Canada. Its strategic location and uncongested 24/7 operations make it an attractive option for both passenger and cargo carriers looking to serve the Southern Ontario market. The Airport’s tie to Vantage Airport Group – an industry leading investor, developer and manager of airport assets – allows Hamilton International to incorporate best-in-class practices from around the world into its operations.
FLYHAMILTON.CA
NewLeaf Travel – Ontario Media Contact
Amanda Moss
Birchall & Associates Public Relations
amanda@birchallpr.com
O. 905-338-7600 x 106
C. 905-616-1313
About NewLeaf Travel
NewLeaf is a new, privately-held, Canadian company headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, positioned to provide leisure travellers with low fares and travel options that are unbundled and transparent, allowing them to pay for what they want with no surprises. For more information on NewLeaf and Flair Airlines, please visit www.flynewleaf.ca and www.Flairair.ca.
NewLeaf service announcement at Hamilton International Airport.
Lauren Yaksich, Director, Marketing and Communications, John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, welcoming guests at NewLeaf’s Announcement.
Dean Dacko, Chief Commercial Officer, NewLeaf Travel, announcing service from Hamilton.