OREANDA-NEWS. Edelweiss Air today announced it will add an additional flight per week between Zurich, Switzerland and Vancouver, beginning in June 2015. The additional flights will take advantage of the busy summer travel season and will provide passengers with more choice and flexibility.

"We are thrilled that Edelweiss Air is increasing its presence in the Vancouver market," said Craig Richmond, President and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. "This additional seasonal service strengthens trade and tourism ties between the two regions and will have significant impact to the B.C. economy."

Edelweiss will operate their thrice weekly flights from June 1, 2015 to September 28, 2015. Flights will depart from Zurich on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and leave Vancouver on the same days.

Timetable 06/01/2015 - 09/28/2015

Monday YVR-ZRH 09:00pm-04:10pm (arrival in Zurich on Tuesday)

Monday ZRH-YVR 05:40pm-07:20pm

Wednesday YVR-ZRH 03:40pm-10:55am (arrival in Zurich on Thursday)

Wednesday ZRH-YVR 12:15pm-01:55pm

Friday YVR-ZRH 04:40pm-11:55am (arrival in Zurich on Saturday)

Friday ZRH-YVR 01:15pm-02:55pm