Canadian air travelers have started to lose interest in travel south of the border, and now air carriers are completely pulling thefts.
The Expert on Voyage Claire Newell explains that the four major Canadian airlines adjust to flights to the United States
“Air Canada, Westjet, Porter and Flair have changed their schedule, at least for the summer. They always go to most American destinations, but with less capacity, “said Newell.
The current trade war between Canada and the United States is not only an increase in tensions, but it also puts brakes on cross-border travel, especially Canada in the United States
“What we see is that advanced reservations really change. Really, all that is openly American, places that are normally very popular during this time of the year, we now see a significant drop in interest,” said Newell.
This drop led Westjet to suspend certain flights of certain flights to Kelowna International Airport (YLW).
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“Westjet suspended the Seattle service for the month of April and this service will continue in May, at present. Westjet also ended Las Vegas that we have in the United States early, “said Phillip Elchitz, director of operations and innovations at Kelowna International Airport.
Meanwhile, YLW flights in Canada are increasing.
“Interior trips are considerably increasing, as well as the seats. The capacity of seats at the national level this summer will increase by 10% compared to last year, so this is good news.
However, Claire Newell warns that if the commercial conflict is intensifying, travelers could see more changes in flight times, including the possibility of small planes or less flights. She says, “It can be a change on the plane, choosing a smaller plane to serve the destination. This can mean less frequency. “
The political climate and the influence of American president Donald Trump also affects the perceptions of the trip. A recent Abacus data survey revealed that 66% of Canadians believe that the current situation has made the United States a less attractive travel destination.
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