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Airline competition ramps up, setting stage for showdown and reducing (some) fares
- The emergence of new airlines in Canada, such as Flair Airlines and Lynx Air, has introduced fresh competition to the market, resulting in cheaper fares on popular routes. The cost of domestic round-trip plane tickets has dropped by 24% from 2019 levels and 11% from a year ago, with fares as low as $289 on average.
- Canadian airlines are expanding their fleets and increasing flight capacity. Flair Airlines plans to focus on sun destinations, with more than three-quarters of its trips this winter being to the U.S. Sun Belt, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Lynx Air aims to expand its fleet and offer low-cost flights to underserved destinations, particularly from Toronto's Pearson airport. Air Canada and WestJet are also increasing their flight capacity, resulting in more competition and potentially lower fares.
- The tight labor market and rising fuel prices pose challenges for the Canadian airline industry. The shortage of pilots is affecting regional networks, and increased competition is forcing airlines to defend their positions. Rising jet fuel prices may also impact profit margins. Additionally, the demand for travel is influenced by economic concerns and consumer debt levels.
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Airline competition ramps up, setting stage for showdown and reducing (some) fares
Passengers aren’t the only ones feeling cramped these days. Though Canadian flights have long been dominated by Air Canada and WestJet, the emergence of newer carriers including Flair Airlines and Lynx Air has shaken up the sector, injecting fresh competition to a once-complacent market. Most ...
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