🇨🇦 Flying Out of Waterloo Region Airport (YKF) - A Unique Experience

At the end of June, just before the busy summer travel season, I decided to try Flair Airlines (yes, the one with no capital letters in its branding! ✨) from Waterloo Region International Airport (YKF). Here’s how it went: 🚌 Getting to the Airport From Toronto: Took the GO Bus to Kitchener (a quiet, clean city 🏙️), then grabbed an Uber (~$25 CAD) to YKF. Note: Public transit doesn’t go directly to the airport yet, and Presto cards don’t work here! 🚍❌ 🏢 Tiny but Mighty Airport YKF is small but efficient—basically a no-frills terminal (think: industrial-chic 🏗️). Airlines here include: Flair (budget-friendly! 💸) WestJet, Pivot, and Sunwing (seasonal flights ☀️). Security Checkpoint: Surprisingly friendly and relaxed! The staff joked with passengers, creating a warm, stress-free vibe. 😊👮‍♂️ 🛋️ Pre-Flight Experience Limited amenities: Just a small shop for snacks/drinks 🥤—no proper restaurant, so eat beforehand! Boarding: After check-in, you’ll walk across the tarmac to your plane (hello, old-school aviation feels! 🛩️). 👍 Final Thoughts YKF is perfect if you: ✅ Want to avoid Toronto’s chaos ✅ Don’t mind a compact, no-nonsense airport ✅ Are flying Flair/WestJet for short hops #CanadianLife #WaterlooAirport #FlairAirlines #Kitchener #BudgetTravel