WestJet Airlines

About WestJet Airlines

WestJet Airlines(WS) is a major Canadian Airline headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1994, it is the second-largest airline of Canada. In addition, WestJet flights operate 777  flights per day. With its primary hubs at the airports of Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver, WestJet Airlines(WS) serves 108 destinations in 25 countries of North and Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe. Furthermore, the airline is not a member of any Airline Alliance Group; however, it does have a codeshare agreement with 20 airlines. 

Fleet

The fleet size of WestJet Airlines is 104 and entirely consists of narrow body aircrafts made mostly out of Boeing aircrafts.

Let’s find out the list of aircrafts employed for WestJet Airlines(WS):

WestJet Airlines Flight Details

Popular WestJet Flights Routes and Destination

Top Airports Served by WestJet Airlines

WestJet Airlines Policies & Services 

Cancellation Policy

The WestJet Airlines cancellation policy provides flexibility and premium benefits, offering a convenient journey to all their passengers. Besides, with WestJet Airlines, you don’t have to worry about the refund or last minute cancellation. Here are some facts to understand the policy better:

• The passengers are eligible to cancel their WestJet flights only if the booking is made from WestJet Airlines official website or via customer support. 
• For bookings made via a third-party agency you are suggested to contact the concerned party only.
• The cancellation is  allowed only if the booking is made 7 days prior to the scheduled departure date.
• If the flight is canceled within 24 hours of reservation, then WestJet Airlines will not charge any cancellation fee. 
• The amount of cancellation fee also depends on the flight route, destination and many more.
• The WestJet Airlines 24 hour flight cancellation policy is applicable to both refundable and non-refundable flight tickets irrespective of the destination(domestic or international).

  Refund Policy

• As per WestJet Airlines(WS) flight cancellation refund policy the passenger is eligible for a refund if the flight is canceled within 24 hours from booking. The refund will be generated back to the original source of the payment. 
• If your ticket is non-refundable, then don’t worry. You are also eligible for a full refund if the ticket is canceled within 24 hours of booking.
• The refund will be credited within 7-10 working days from the day of cancellation. And, in case the payment is delayed, you can get in touch with the airline’s customer support.
• The refund of the WestJet flights depends upon several factors like technical glitch, flight cancellation and many more. 
• Passengers who are affected by the flight cancellation due to severe weather conditions or government travel restrictions can claim a refund, says the WestJet Airlines cancellation policy.

Baggage Policy

• The baggage policy of WestJet Airlines(WS) allows one piece of carry-on baggage and one personal item bag in both business and economic class. 
• The dimensions for the carry-on baggage should not exceed 53cm x 23cm x 38cm. The carry-on baggage means a backpack, bag or suitcase.
• The personal item bag is considered as the handbag, laptop bag , garment bag or kennel, which should be of allowed dimension(41cm x 15cm x 33cm), and fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Checked Baggage Allowance

Baggage Allowance for Domestic flights within Canada

Baggage Allowance for flights to and from North, Central America

Baggage Allowance for flights to and from Cuba,  Jamaica or Trinidad and Tobago:

Baggage Allowance for Flights to and from Europe

Carry on baggage for infants

• WestJet Airlines(WS) will transport your infant’s child seat and stroller free of cost under checked baggage. You can also carry your child’s accessories as an addition to the parent’s checked baggage. 
• The airlines also recommends the use of car seats to optimize your child’s safety as per the Federation Aviation Administration. 

Carry on pets

• WestJet flights allows small domestic pets like dogs, cats, rabbits, and a few birds to travel along with passengers in the cabin. 
• The pet container/ kennel must be small enough to fit in the carrier underneath the seat in front of you. 

Booking Fee

A nominal service fee for WestJet Airlines scheduled flights is charged on flight bookings varying on the duration of the flight and the destination. 

Check-in & Verification

• WestJet Airlines(WS) offers you an online check-in option via website or WestJet App, from where you can print out your boarding pass, change your seat, and print your flight receipt from the comfort of your home. 
• The web check-in opens up 24 hours prior to your WestJet flights departure date till 60 minutes before the flight takes off. 
• The airline also provides an interactive offline check-in option, where you can print your boarding pass and baggage tag from the self-serving kiosks. 

Baggage Check-in

After the check-in process,  you need to get your baggage checked at the baggage counter no later than 60 minutes before scheduled departure.

In-flight Entertainment

• Traveling via WestJet Airlines(WS) means a whole package of entertainment, from which you can choose what suits you best. 
• Moreover, the WestJet Airlines aircrafts are packed with seatback screens and Wi-fi access to make your journey impeccable. You can watch your favorite movie or TV shows, enjoy music or listen to calm music/stories for a relaxing journey. 

WestJet Airlines Meal Policy

• WestJet Airlines provides in-flight meals such as snacks, beverages and freshly prepared dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (inspired by Canada), which are available according to your flight duration. 
• The meal variations are allotted according to the particular destination. Moreover, you can pre-order your favorite meals via the official website or the WestJet App of the Airline.

Customer Support

Passengers utilizing WestJet flights can call on their customer support number +1 403 444 2552 or visit https://www.westjet.com/en-ca for any other queries.

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