International flights to return to Regina and Saskatoon | The Canadian News

Air travelers, have your passports ready as international flights from Regina and Saskatoon will reopen on November 30, 2021.

Saskatchewan Prime Minister Scott Moe tweeted “the good news” on Tuesday.

“We expect airlines to resume direct flights from SK to destinations in the US and other countries,” Moe’s tweet said.

This announcement comes from the Government of Canada on Tuesday morning. The Regina Airport Authority confirmed the announcement, stating that for the past 20 months, it has been working with the federal, provincial and municipal governments to ensure that people can travel safely.

“With the recent removal of the federal government’s non-essential travel advisory, and now, the return of international flights to YQR, we are very excited to welcome travelers on direct flights to a variety of incredible sun destinations.” James Bogusz said. , President and CEO of the Regina Airport Authority.

The federal government said Tuesday that eight additional airports in Canada will accept international flights, including the two in Saskatchewan.

“Increased vaccination levels have allowed us to safely reopen these additional Canadian airports to international passenger flights,” said Transportation Minister Omar Alghabra.

Vaccine requirements will be fully implemented by November 30, Transport Canada said.