Airline
Northwestern Air Lease (J3)
Northwestern Air Lease provides reliable scheduled and charter flights across Alberta and the Northwest Territories, connecting passengers to key regional destinations with exceptional northern hospitality.
Why travelers choose Northwestern Air Lease
- •Baggage-first fares and transparent change rules.
- •Modern fleet mix with attentive on-board service.
- •Strong IRROPS handling with quick local support.
Fare families
Standard Fare
Our most affordable option for travelers with fixed itineraries.
- •1 checked bag up to 40 lbs
- •Small personal item included
- •Changes permitted for a fee
- •Non-refundable
Flex Fare
Added flexibility for travelers who may need to adjust their schedule.
- •1 checked bag up to 40 lbs
- •Small personal item included
- •Reduced change fees
- •Partial refund available to travel credit
Fully Refundable
Maximum peace of mind with fully refundable tickets and flexible conditions.
- •Extended checked baggage allowance
- •Small personal item included
- •No change fees (fare difference may apply)
- •Fully refundable to original payment method
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Passengers are typically permitted one checked bag up to 40 lbs (18 kg) free of charge on scheduled flights. Carry-on items must be small and weigh no more than 13 lbs (6 kg) to safely fit in the cabin.
Change policy
Ticket changes and cancellations depend on the fare type purchased. Standard fares generally incur a change fee plus any applicable fare difference, while higher-tier flexible and refundable fares allow route and date modifications with minimal or no penalties.
Check-in
Check-in counters open 90 minutes prior to departure. Passengers are strongly advised to check in at least 60 minutes before their scheduled flight time. The strict check-in cut-off is 45 minutes prior to departure to ensure on-time performance.
Colombo (CMB) network
Northwestern Air Lease operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight J3 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight J3 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight J3 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight J3 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight J3 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight J3 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat