Non-stop flights from Winnipeg (YWG)
Winnipeg Airport (IATA: YWG, ICAO: CYWG), also known as Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airpo, is a medium sized airport in Canada.It is an international airport and serves the area of Winnipeg, Canada.Winnipeg Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 43 destinations in 6 countries.
At present, there are 25 domestic flights from Winnipeg.
The longest flight from Winnipeg YWG is a 2,796 mile (4,500 km) non-stop route to Liberia LIR. This direct flight takes around 6 hours and 21 minutes and is operated by WestJet.
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In total there are 9 airlines flying from and to Winnipeg. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Winnipeg
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Winnipeg, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Winnipeg that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Winnipeg. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Winnipeg by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Winnipeg below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Best time to travel from Winnipeg
When planning a trip from Winnipeg, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 13 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Winnipeg. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic or Alpine destinations
You can fly directly from Winnipeg to 9 Subarctic / Alpine destinations. Enjoy the natural beauty of the destinations with the Subarctic / Alpine climate, including dense forests and tundra landscapes, which make them perfect for hiking, spotting wildlife, and winter activities.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The most favorable time to visit these subarctic spots (on the Northern Hemisphere) is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March. With a variety of winter sports available in the higher elevations, you’re bound to have a wonderful time. If winter's not your vibe, consider visiting in mid-summer (May - August), when the temperatures are mild and often pleasantly warm, between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 8 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Winnipeg, consider these 3 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra destinations
Currently, 2 Polar / Tundra influenced destinations are reachable by direct flight from Winnipeg. These areas, renowned for their glacial landscapes and frozen terrain — with temperatures well below 0°C (32°F) and often dropping to -30°C (-22°F) — offer opportunities for adventure activities like ice climbing, glacier hiking, and polar expeditions to observe wildlife such as seals, penguins, and polar bears.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The best time to explore these areas in the Northern Hemisphere is during the summer months (June-August), when you'll enjoy abundant sunshine and long days. If you're a fan of snow, these places are ideal as they have snow year-round. Just keep in mind that winters can be quite cold and dark.
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
At the moment, 2 Hot Continental destinations are accessible with a direct flight from Winnipeg. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Winnipeg currently offers non-stop flights to 2 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Winnipeg, you have the option to take a direct flight to 2 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
There’s just one direct flight route to an oceanic / maritime destination from Winnipeg. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations
As of now, there's only one Warm Mediterranean destination that you can reach with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, you can expect lovely and warm temperatures in late spring and summer up to 30°C (86°F), from April to September. Most of the rain falls between October and February.
Business class flights from Winnipeg
There are 9 airports that have flights from Winnipeg in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from YWG are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Winnipeg
There are intercontinental flights operating from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airpo (YWG) between Winnipeg and Europe, the United States, Central America and the Caribbean.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Winnipeg and Southern America, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Winnipeg to Europe
WestJet is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Winnipeg to Europe. They fly seasonal to Reykjavik (Keflavik) (KEF).
Non-stop flights from Winnipeg to the US
WestJet: seasonal flights to Atlanta (ATL), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Las Vegas (LAS), Orlando (MCO), Palm Springs (PSP) and Phoenix (PHX).
Delta (SkyTeam): year-round to Minneapolis (MSP).
United Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Chicago (ORD) and Denver (DEN).
Non-stop flights from Winnipeg to Central America
WestJet: seasonal flights to Liberia (LIR), year-round flights to Cancún (CUN), seasonal flights to Huatulco (HUX), Mazatlán (MZT), Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and San José del Cabo (SJD).
Air Canada (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Cancún (CUN).
Non-stop flights from Winnipeg to the Caribbean
WestJet is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Winnipeg to the Caribbean. They fly seasonal to Punta Cana (PUJ) and Montego Bay (MBJ).
International flights from Winnipeg
Flights from Winnipeg to Costa Rica
Liberia is the only destination in Costa Rica with direct flights from Winnipeg. Direct flights to Liberia are offered by WestJet. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
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Flights from Winnipeg to Dominican Republic
In Dominican Republic, the only destination that has a direct flight from Winnipeg is Punta Cana. Direct flights to Punta Cana are offered by WestJet. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
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Flights from Winnipeg to Iceland
There is 1 destination in Iceland that has a direct connection from Winnipeg, which is Reykjavik (Keflavik). Direct flights to Reykjavik (Keflavik) are offered by WestJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
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Flights from Winnipeg to Jamaica
In Jamaica, the only destination that has a direct flight from Winnipeg is Montego Bay. Direct flights to Montego Bay are offered by WestJet. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
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Flights from Winnipeg to Mexico
There are 5 destinations in Mexico that have non-stop flights from Winnipeg.
You can fly non-stop to Cancún with Air Canada (Star Alliance) or WestJet.
All direct flights from Winnipeg to Huatulco, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta and San José del Cabo are operated by WestJet.
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Flights from Winnipeg to United States
In United States there are several destinations from Winnipeg (9 in total).
Direct flights to Atlanta are offered by WestJet. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
To Chicago and Denver, you can fly with United Airlines (Star Alliance).
All direct flights from Winnipeg to Fort Lauderdale and Las Vegas are operated by WestJet.
You can fly non-stop from Winnipeg to Minneapolis with Delta (SkyTeam).
All direct flights from Winnipeg to Orlando, Palm Springs and Phoenix are operated by WestJet.
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Domestic flights from Winnipeg
Flights from Winnipeg to Canada
There are lots of domestic flights from Winnipeg (YWG). 25 airports in Canada have direct flights from the airport.
Non-stop flights to Calgary are offered by Air Canada (Star Alliance), Flair Airlines and WestJet.
The only airline with direct flights to Churchill is Calm Air.
You can fly non-stop to Edmonton with Flair Airlines or WestJet.
To Flin Flon and Gillam, you can fly with Calm Air.
You can fly non-stop from Winnipeg to Halifax with WestJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Direct flights to Hamilton are offered by Porter. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
All direct flights from Winnipeg to Kelowna and London are operated by WestJet.
The only airline with direct flights to Longueuil is Porter. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
Direct flights to Montreal are offered by Air Canada (Star Alliance).
Non-stop flights to Ottawa are offered by Air Canada (Star Alliance), Porter and WestJet.
You can fly non-stop to Rankin Inlet with Calm Air or Canadian North.
The only airline with direct flights to Red Lake is Bearskin Airlines.
You can fly non-stop from Winnipeg to Regina with WestJet.
The only airline with direct flights to Sanikiluaq is Calm Air.
To Saskatoon and St. John's, you can fly with WestJet.
All direct flights from Winnipeg to The Pas and Thompson are operated by Calm Air.
You can fly non-stop from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay with WestJet.
From Winnipeg to Toronto there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Canada (Star Alliance), Flair Airlines, Porter and WestJet.
Non-stop flights to Vancouver are offered by Air Canada (Star Alliance), Flair Airlines and WestJet.
You can fly non-stop from Winnipeg to Victoria with WestJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
Direct flights to Whale Cove are offered by Calm Air.
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Alternative airports near Winnipeg
There is one alternative airport to Winnipeg (YWG) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which is Brandon (YBR).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Winnipeg?
There is 1 airport in Winnipeg: Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airpo (YWG).
What is the best airport to fly from Winnipeg?
The most convenient airport to fly from Winnipeg is Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airpo (YWG).
How many airlines fly from Winnipeg?
There are 9 airlines flying from Winnipeg to 43 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Winnipeg?
WestJet, Calm Air and Air Canada operate most flights from Winnipeg. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Winnipeg?
Star Alliance and SkyTeam are currently the only two alliances that operate flights from Winnipeg.
How many nonstop flights are there from Winnipeg?
There are roughly 1,626 flights departing from Winnipeg every month (or 378 flights each week), to a total of 43 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Winnipeg Airport?
The official name of Winnipeg Airport is Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airpo.
What is the airport code of Winnipeg Airport?
The airport code of Winnipeg Airport is YWG.
What are the most popular flights from Winnipeg?
Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver are the 3 most popular routes from Winnipeg. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Winnipeg, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Winnipeg?
| Winnipeg to Toronto | 2h 30m |
| Winnipeg to Calgary | 2h 8m |
| Winnipeg to Vancouver | 3h 2m |
| Winnipeg to Rankin Inlet | 2h 30m |
| Winnipeg to Minneapolis | 1h 31m |
