Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)

Region of Waterloo International Airport achieved record-breaking passenger traffic of 523,210 travelers in 2024 (17.9% increase), operating from a recently expanded terminal capable of handling one million passengers annually. Flair Airlines provides domestic services to Abbotsford, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, and Vancouver after closing their crew base in September 2024 but maintaining flight operations, while WestJet serves Calgary and other destinations. Air Canada's innovative Landline luxury motorcoach service allows passengers to check in and check bags at YKF, then travel via premium bus to Toronto Pearson for worldwide connections to 140+ destinations. Sunwing operates seasonal international routes to Cancún, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Puerto Vallarta, and Punta Cana. The facility features dual runways - a 2,134-meter primary runway (08/26) with Category I ILS and a 1,250-meter secondary runway (14/32) - supporting Boeing 737 operations without jet bridges, requiring tarmac boarding via stairs. The 2023 expansion added self-service kiosks, three CATSA security lines, inline baggage screening, and enlarged departure lounges with charging stations and café service. Canada Border Services Agency operates efficient customs processing for international arrivals with Primary Inspection Lines. Ground transportation includes Grand River Transit public service, on-site Avis and National car rentals, licensed taxis, and three parking lots with the first three hours free. The compact terminal design enables rapid processing with shorter security lines than major hubs, though passengers should prepare screening items in advance due to limited queuing space. Summer 2025 schedule includes expanded service with Abbotsford and Edmonton routes returning.

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