About WestJet Airlines (WS) Flights

Founded in 1994, West Jet Airlines is the second-largest airline in Canada with its base in Calgary and Alberta. The airline, with its regional subsidiary WestJet Encore, covers around 90 destinations across the world, which includes Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe. WestJet Airlineshas codeshare arrangements with more than 12 other airlines. Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are two of the hubs of WestJet Airlines.

Classes of Service

Passengers traveling in this section are entitled to complimentary snacks and beverages as well as onboard entertainment.

Those flying EconoFlexon WestJet are entitled to complimentary beverages and snacks, onboard entertainment, standard seat selection, and change or cancellation fees for flights. The passengers here can also avail of extended comfort seats for a fee. These seats are in the front of the economy cabin and come with priority boarding, additional legroom, and early access to the bin space overhead.

If you are flying premium class in WestJet Airlines then you are entitled to additional leg and elbow room, 2x2 seating configurations, two checked bags, and food and beverages on flight. You would also enjoy priority boarding, early access to the bin overhead, and would be the first to exit the plane.

The travelers in this category are entitled to the same privileges as those traveling in the premium section.

Private pods, lie-flat seats, restaurant-style dining, and lounge access make traveling business class on WestJet Airlines a fun and joyous experience.

Baggage Policy

The passengers are entitled to carry 2 to 4 bags on WestJet flights. However, in the case of WestJet Encore the permissible limit is 2 to 3 bags. The number of bags allowed over 2 as well as the baggage fees required depend on your fare category as well as the benefit program of the airline.

The checked baggage must be within 157 centimeters and should not exceed 50 pounds. Oversized luggage, however, can exceed 157 cm in total combined dimension (length + width + height) but has to be less than 203 cm. Similarly, overweight luggage can exceed 51 pounds, but it should not be more than 100 pounds .For flights to and from Europe, overweight luggage can exceed 51 pounds but it should not be in access to 70 pounds for a fee.

Please note that any checked bag that crosses the permissible size or weight limit will be subject to all the applicable oversized weight and size considerations as well as the fees.

Web Check-in

The check-in at WestJet activates 24 hours before the departure of the flight. Around this time travelers also receive a follow-up email with access to complete the check-in procedure which can be initiated through Manage Trips or the WestJet app. Web check-in presents you with the best option to minimize your check-in hassles and save yourself from unnecessary inconvenience at the airport.