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Travel Info

Checked and excess baggage

Travelling with one of our airline partners? Be sure to familiarize yourself with their fees as they may be different from ours. For code share flights, fees are collected on a one-way basis by the airline operating the flight. To view the fees of our code-share partners, please see the links below:

 

Transferring baggage to other airlines

 

Our baggage transfer agreements differ based on the airline partner. To understand how your baggage will reach your final destination, please ask a customer service agent during check-in.


CHECKED BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE*

 
   Maximum weight Maximum size (length + width + height) 
 

First bag

  23 kg (50 lb.)   157 cm (62 in.)  
       
 
 
 

 

 

 ADDITIONAL AND EXCESS BAGGAGE

 
 Type of excess Restriction 
 

Second bag

 

Maximum weight: 23 kg (50 lb.)
Maximum size: 157 cm (62 in.)

A fee is applicable.

  
 
 

Sporting equipment

 

Sporting equipment is subject to all applicable excess baggage fees unless otherwise stated on our sporting equipment page.

A fee is applicable.

  
 
 

Third and fourth bags

 

A maximum of two excess bags, (including sporting equipment) per fare-paying guest will be permitted on a space-available basis only, to all destinations with the exception of Jamaica (see below for details). A fee is applicable.

  
 
 

Overweight

 

More than 23 kg (50 lb.), but not over 45 kg (100 lb.), a fee is applicable.

For baggage over this weight, please contact WestJet Cargo at 1-866-WJCARGO (1-866-952-2746).

  
 
 

Oversize (length + width + height)

 

For bags between 158 cm – 200 cm (62 in. – 80 in.), a fee is applicable.

Please arrive at the airport a minimum of 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure to allow time for screening.

  
     
 
 
 

 

*Please note that more than one fee may apply (for example, if the item is both overweight and oversize).

Important information for guests travelling to or from Jamaica:

You are permitted two checked pieces, however the second-checked piece fee will apply. No third and fourth bag or overweight items are permitted. You are not permitted any oversized bags, with the exception of one golf bag that must contain golf clubs.

 
 

CHECKED ITEMS WITH NO FEES

 
 

The following items are permitted at no charge when they meet the criteria below.

 
 Item Description  
 

Assistive devices

 
  • One wheelchair at no extra charge.
  • Must be carried in the cargo compartment.
  • Braces, crutches, walkers and canes, along with other assisting devices, will also be permitted free of charge.
  • Please see Assistive devices for more information.
  
 
 

Infant and child equipment

 

Lap-held infant

  • Two pieces of infant equipment (e.g. infant restraint system, playpen or stroller) are permitted at no charge.

Fare-paying child/infant

  • One piece of child/infant equipment (e.g. child restraint system, playpen or stroller) will be permitted at no charge in addition to the checked baggage allowance.
  
 
 

Humanitarian Aid

 
  • One piece of baggage may be permitted at no charge on flights departing from Canada only, on a space available basis. Humanitarian aid supplies will not be permitted on flights where a baggage restriction is in place (e.g. Jamaica).
  • Some countries have restrictions on the types of aid permitted. If planning to bring humanitarian aid, you must contact the country's consulate or embassy to verify what items are permitted, as well as the guidelines and procedures for importing the item(s).
  • Baggage must not exceed the size and weight allowances and must be packed separately from your belongings.
  • Additional fees may apply for excess size and/or weight.
  
       
 
 
 

Handy tips for packing your checked baggage

  • Please pack fragile items carefully to prevent damage, breakage or spillage.

  • All items in your baggage should be able to withstand shock, normal handling, vibration, changes in temperature and changes in atmospheric pressure.

  • Make sure each piece of baggage is clearly marked with your name, address and phone number. Click here to download a printable sheet to fill in all your important contact info. Name tags will also be available at the airport. It is wise to write your name and contact information on the inside of your baggage in the event your baggage tag is damaged or becomes detached from your bag.

  • Keep all loose handles, hooks and straps closed securely. These can catch on conveyors and belt loaders and cause damage to your baggage.

  • Do not lock your baggage. All bags must be accessible for inspection.

  • Never leave your baggage unattended at the airport. It could be subject to tampering and/or theft.

  • Make a list of items you've packed and their estimated value. If the value of your bag's contents exceed WestJet's liability, you may wish to consider purchasing baggage insurance through your own insurance company prior to travel or purchasing excess valuation through WestJet.