Edmontonians will be happy to hear they can now travel to Europe without needing a pesky layover in Calgary or Toronto first, with WestJet adding a new non-stop flight to the continent from YEG.

The airline today announced it’s adding a new once-weekly service between Edmonton (YEG) and Reykjavik, Iceland (KEF) as part of its Summer 2026 schedule.

WestJet says the addition of non-stop access to the picturesque country reaffirms its commitment to creating seamless, convenient connections for Albertans by investing in routes that give Edmonton broader access to the world.

“It is truly exciting to see WestJet strengthen its presence in Iceland by launching direct service between Keflavík and two new destinations, Edmonton and Winnipeg. This move reflects the airline’s strong confidence i

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