Winnipeg Airport (YWG) is known in full as the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Winnipeg Airport is a hub for Cargojet, Calmair and Perimeter Air. Because Winnipeg is in an isolated location, car hire Winnipeg Airport is the preferred method of travel for tourists arriving in the area.
The airport has a large catchment area though and with more than three million passengers using it on an annual basis you should book ahead. Winnipeg Airport is one of the airports in Canada which is open 24/7 and for that reason we allow vehicles to be collected at all hours.
Winnipeg Airport Mini Guide
What Should I Know About Winnipeg Airport?
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport or Winnipeg Airport as it is more reasonably known is the main airport serving the city of Winnipeg in Canada's Manitoba region and the only international airport in the province. The airport is located approximately eight kilometres from the centre of Winnipeg city.
Getting There
By bus the connections are good. You will need to take the number 15 Winnipeg transit bus which runs regularly (every 20 to 30 minutes) and stops at most of the Winnipeg city hotels. There are a number of taxi and limousine services available both to and from the airport and a lot of hotels in the city provide free shuttle bus services. When driving, the route to the airport is well signposted from all approaches and very easy to find when travelling from Winnipeg city. To plan your driving route check the airports official website which has a route planner that is free of charge to use.
Shopping At The Airport
The airport at Winnipeg in conjunction with the Folk Arts Council and other local culture programs have developed the Showcase Manitoba Store. It carries an exclusive range of clothing and event related goods and all of the proceeds go directly to the Winnipeg local cultural groups. The store also provides a good range of unique gift items.
For the latest page turners a visit to the Virgin Books and Music store is in order and if you plan to meet someone special at the airport you can pick up a dozen roses at the Welcome Flowers florists. If you’re travelling with children and they get tired of shopping there is an excellent play area located on the ground floor of the terminal.
Got an Appetite?
You won’t go hungry in Winnipeg International Airport, while definitely not a gourmet paradise there are a good range of menus available from the different outlets. For your morning (and all day) coffee, head to the Second Cup Coffee Co. the largest speciality coffee chain in Canada and breathe deep the delicious aroma as they grind the beans for your cuppa. If you’re hankering for something sweet there are two Tim Horton branches at the airport, they also do an excellent cup of coffee in addition to a wide range of snacks and baked goods, treat yourself to a bagel or doughnut and start your day well. Toast! Cafe Bar is also worth checking out. It offers a great full menu and a cosy atmosphere while waiting to board. For lunch and Dinner the Exchange and Brew Works Eatery offers full service meals, snacks and an excellent bar to get your party started.
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