Silver


The following changes are in effect for Silver:
Enhancements have been made to Silver lounge benefits as of January 23, 2019:
- You’ve been awarded two (2) one-time use guest lounge vouchers, in addition to the four (4) lounge vouchers previously issued
- The four lounge vouchers awarded with Silver are for your personal use
- The two additional lounge vouchers are designated for guests, however, may be used for your own access if you choose
As of December 12, 2018:
- Silver flight benefits now include:
- An additional checked bag, for a total of two free checked bags
- Access to priority check-in and bag drop (at select airports)
- Zone 2 boarding privileges
- Eligibility for complimentary upgrades to Premium with the purchase of EconoFlex fares
- The milestone award6 issued at $4,000 in qualifying spend1 will now be a WestJet-wide companion voucher, valid for travel anywhere in WestJet’s network.
Make the move to Silver
With qualifying spend of $3,0001, you’ll enjoy a 3% earn rate on WestJet flights, a 1% earn rate on WestJet Vacations packages, two free checked bags, priority check-in, Zone 2 boarding, and more.
Earn WestJet dollars at these rates2:
Silver flight benefits2
Always add your WestJet Rewards ID to your bookings to receive your benefits.
Eligibility for complimentary upgrades to Premium with EconoFlex fares
With the purchase of EconoFlex fares, Silver, Gold and Platinum members are eligible for complimentary upgrades to Premium, subject to availability, on most WestJet flights (excluding flights to/from Europe). Upgrades will be automatically assigned prior to the opening of the 24-hour check-in period and allocated in priority order by tier, starting with Platinum.
- Valid on single-guest reservations only where guest is a Silver, Gold or Platinum member and has purchased an EconoFlex fare (booking class Y, B or M); not available on reservations with two or more guests on the itinerary, regardless of tier status of other guests, or with the purchase of Basic or Econo fares.
- Valid for flights throughout WestJet's network (excluding flights to and from Europe) on itineraries marketed and wholly operated by WestJet (including WestJet Encore and WestJet Link by Pacific Coastal Airlines); not valid when travelling with WestJet's code-share or interline partners.
- Eligible member's WestJet Rewards ID must be added to reservation at time of booking.
- Pending availability and subject to meeting the criteria above, complimentary upgrades will be automatically allocated in priority order by tier status, starting with Platinum, followed by Gold and Silver. The likelihood of an upgrade will vary based on number of seats available for upgrade and number of top-tier members on the flight. If successful, a seat in Premium will be automatically assigned prior to the opening of the 24-hour check-in period and visible to the member when checking in.
- All complimentary upgrades to Premium will be facilitated through the above automated process; requests for manual upgrades, either at the airport or during flight, are not available.
- WestJet in its sole discretion reserves the right to limit the number of seats available for complimentary upgrades. If member does not receive a complimentary upgrade, the option to purchase an upgrade may be offered during the check-in process, or at the gate prior to boarding, if seats in Premium remain available.
- If a member wishes to be excluded from the complimentary upgrade process, they must contact us by email to make the request.
- May only be used as described, has no monetary or other exchange value and is non-transferable.
- Terms and conditions of this benefit are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
4 advance seat selection vouchers
Advance seat selection vouchers are awarded upon achieving Silver or Gold and are available for use for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next qualifying year. Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded to the member on a promotional basis.
- Voucher valid for one advance seat selection for member at no cost.
- Voucher number and expiry date are available when you sign into your account at westjet.com; a printed voucher is not required for redemption.
- Valid for bookings made prior to the voucher expiry date; travel may occur after the voucher expiry date subject to flight schedule availability at the time of booking.
- Voucher must be redeemed through WestJet's contact centre at 1-888-937-8538. Online redemption of vouchers is expected to be available in mid-2019.
- Effective December 12, 2018, vouchers may be used for member only and are non-transferable. Vouchers may not be used for other guests or companions.
- Each voucher is valid for member only from one origin to one destination, including connections. A round trip requires two vouchers per member.
- Valid for advance seat selection (i.e. prior to check-in) on any seat within the Basic, Econo or EconoFlex fare options where a seat selection fee applies; not valid to upgrade to a seat in Premium, nor to select or change a seat during check-in when travelling on a Basic fare.
- Changes or cancellations to seat selection must be made through WestJet's contact centre prior to the voucher expiry date.
- Members travelling on Basic fares may use voucher at any time prior to check-in; a fee will apply to select or change a seat during check-in.
- Voucher may only be used as described and has no monetary or other exchange value.
- Terms and conditions of this voucher are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
4 member lounge vouchers
Four lounge vouchers for member’s personal use are awarded upon achieving Silver and are available for use for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next qualifying year. Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded to the member on a promotional basis.
- A valid boarding pass displaying a WestJet flight number for a departing flight must be presented at time of entry; a printed voucher is not required for redemption.
- Each voucher is valid for one entry for member only and is non-transferable.
- Voucher numbers and expiry dates are available when you sign into your account at westjet.com.
- Valid at participating airport lounges only. Visit westjet.com/lounges for a current list of lounges.
- Valid when travelling on WestJet-marketed flights only (identified by a WS carrier code preceding the flight number); not valid when travelling on partner-marketed itineraries.
- Voucher must be redeemed prior to the expiry date.
- Voucher may only be used as described and has no monetary or other exchange value.
- Terms and conditions of each voucher are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
2 guest lounge vouchers
Guest lounge vouchers are awarded upon achieving Silver, Gold and Platinum and are available for use for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next year. Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded to the member on a promotional basis.
- Two (2) one-time use guest vouchers are available to the member and may be used for additional guests/companions when travelling with member; guest vouchers are non-transferable.
- Guest vouchers are in addition to the four (4) member lounge vouchers awarded with Silver, and unlimited lounge access with family privileges awarded to Gold and Platinum.
- Silver members have the option to use these additional vouchers for their own access should they choose.
- Guest vouchers and expiry dates are available when you sign into your account at westjet.com.
- Travelling together is defined as taking the same WestJet-marketed flight on the same day, from the same airport to the same destination.
- Valid at participating airport lounges only. Visit westjet.com/lounges for a current list of lounges.
- Valid when travelling on WestJet-marketed flights only (identified by a WS carrier code preceding the flight number); not valid when travelling on partner-marketed itineraries.
- Voucher must be redeemed prior to the expiry date.
- Voucher may only be used as described and has no monetary or other exchange value.
- Terms and conditions of each voucher are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
First and second checked bags free
First and second checked bags free are awarded upon achieving Silver or Gold and is available for use for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next qualifying year. Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded to the member on a promotional basis.
- Valid for member and up to eight (8) additional guests travelling on the same reservation; not valid for companions when travelling on a group booking (10+ guests on the same reservation).
- Eligible member's WestJet Rewards ID must be on the reservation at the time of check-in.
- Valid on itineraries marketed and wholly operated by WestJet (including WestJet Encore and WestJet Link by Pacific Coastal); not valid when travelling with WestJet's code-share or interline partners.
- Size and weight of baggage must comply with WestJet's standard checked baggage allowance. Any piece of baggage exceeding the size or weight allowance is subject to all applicable oversized weight and size restrictions and fees. More details
- May only be used as described, has no monetary or other exchange value and is non-transferable.
- Terms and conditions of this benefit are subject to the Program Terms and Conditionsat the time of redemption.
Zone 2 boarding
Zone 2 boarding is awarded upon achieving Silver and is available for use for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next qualifying year. Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded to the member on a promotional basis.
- Eligible member's WestJet Rewards ID must be on reservation at the time of check-in.
- Valid boarding pass displaying WestJet Rewards ID and Silver tier must be presented at time of boarding.
- Valid for member and any guests travelling with member on the same reservation.
- Valid on itineraries marketed and wholly operated by WestJet (including WestJet Encore and WestJet Link by Pacific Coastal); not valid when travelling with WestJet's code-share or interline partners.
- A minimum of Zone 2 boarding will be provided; boarding zone may be superseded through purchase of fare that includes a Zone 1 boarding (e.g. Premium or PremiumFlex).
- May only be used as described, has no monetary or other exchange value and is non-transferable.
- Terms and conditions of this benefit are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
Priority check-in and bag drop (at select airports)
Priority check-in and bag drop (at select airports) is awarded upon achieving Silver, Gold or Platinum and is available for use for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next qualifying year. Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded to the member on a promotional basis.
- Available at the following airports:
- Canada: Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Halifax, Kelowna, Montreal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria, Winnipeg
- United States: Denver, Honolulu, Kahului (Maui), Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York (John F. Kennedy), New York (LaGuardia), Palm Springs, Phoenix
- International: London (Gatwick), Paris (Charles de Gaulle)
- Valid boarding pass displaying WestJet Rewards ID and Silver tier must be presented.
- Valid for member and any guests travelling with member on the same reservation.
- Valid on itineraries operated by WestJet (including WestJet Encore and WestJet Link by Pacific Coastal); not valid when travelling with WestJet's code-share or interline partners.
- May only be used as described, has no monetary or other exchange value and is non-transferable.
- Terms and conditions of this benefit are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
Milestone awards6
awarded to members who reach $4,000 in qualifying spend1
WestJet-wide companion voucher – awarded as of December 12, 2018
Effective December 12, 2018, a companion voucher valid for one round-trip WestJet flight anywhere we fly is awarded for achieving the $4,000, $6,000 and $8,000 qualifying spend milestones, as well as each additional increment of $2,000 during your qualifying year. To use the companion voucher you must purchase one WestJet-marketed and operated flight in Economy or Premium for travel anywhere WestJet flies in North America, Central America, the Caribbean or Europe and the second guest on the same itinerary will only pay the taxes, fees and charges.
Book now with your companion voucher. Note: you can use your WestJet dollars on the payment step.
- Valid for new bookings only. Not valid on existing reservations, reservations made through a travel agent or a third-party online booking tool.
- Voucher number and expiry date are available when you sign into your account at westjet.com; a printed voucher is not required for redemption.
- Booking must be made prior to the voucher expiry date; travel may occur after the voucher expiry date subject to flight schedule availability at the time of booking.
- Valid on all published Basic, Econo EconoFlex, Premium and PremiumFlex fares, including seat sale fares and flights paid for in whole or in part with WestJet dollars. Not valid on Business, BusinessFlex, or Member Exclusive fares. The same fare type must be booked for both member and companion.
- Valid for round-trip travel anywhere in WestJet's network on itineraries marketed and wholly operated by WestJet (including WestJet Encore or WestJet Link by Pacific Coastal); not valid on a WestJet Vacations, group or charter booking or when travelling with WestJet's code-share or interline partners.
- Valid for travel at any time with no restrictions or blackout periods.
- May only be used by member and one companion travelling on the same itinerary; vouchers are non-transferable. Maximum one companion voucher may be used per booking.
- Base fare of the second guest on the itinerary will be waived. Applicable taxes, fees and charges are the responsibility of the guest and must be paid at time of booking.
- Features associated to fare type purchased will apply to both member and companion.
- Bookings made on westjet.com must originate from Canada and will be charged in Canadian dollars only. Bookings originating from outside Canada must be made through WestJet’s contact centre; reservations will be charged in either Canadian dollars or an available currency offered by WestJet at time of booking (e.g. GBP, EUR, etc.).
- Changes or cancellations to companion voucher bookings are allowed, except when a Basic fare has been purchased, which is a 100% non-refundable fare with no change options allowed. Changes and cancellations for all other companion voucher bookings must be made through WestJet's contact centre; guests are required to pay all applicable fees based on the fare type purchased for each ticket, plus the difference in fare on the regular ticket, if applicable. Changes cannot be made after the voucher expiry date, nor can changes be made online at westjet.com.
- Voucher is valid for one-time use only. If booking is eligible for cancellation based on fare option purchased, voucher will be reinstated to the account; original expiry date of voucher applies. If one-way travel is booked, voucher will be deemed fully used and the return portion of travel is forfeited. If booking is made in the Basic fare option, it is not eligible for cancellation (except within 24 hours of initial booking) and voucher will be forfeited.
- Voucher may only be used as described and has no monetary or other exchange value.
- Terms and conditions of this voucher are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.
Canada-wide companion voucher – awarded prior to December 12, 2018
Prior to December 12, 2018, a companion voucher valid for one round-trip WestJet flight within Canada was awarded for achieving the $4,000 qualifying flight spend milestone. Vouchers issued, but not yet redeemed, will remain available for use until they expire. To use the companion voucher you must purchase one WestJet-marketed and operated flight in Economy or Premium for travel within Canada and the second guest on the same itinerary will only pay the taxes, fees and charges.
Book now with your companion voucher. Note: you can use your WestJet dollars on the payment step.
- Valid for new bookings only. Not valid on existing reservations, reservations made through a travel agent or a third-party online booking tool.
- Voucher number and expiry date are available when you sign into your account at westjet.com; a printed voucher is not required for redemption.
- Booking must be made prior to the voucher expiry date; travel may occur after the voucher expiry date subject to flight schedule availability at the time of booking.
- Valid on published Basic, Econo, EconoFlex, Premium and PremiumFlex fares, including seat sale fares and flights paid for in whole or in part with WestJet dollars. Not valid on Business, BusinessFlex, or Member Exclusive fares. The same fare type must be booked for both member and companion.
- Valid for round-trip travel within Canada on itineraries marketed and wholly operated by WestJet (including WestJet Encore or WestJet Link by Pacific Coastal); not valid on a WestJet Vacations, group or charter booking or when travelling with WestJet's code-share or interline partners.
- Valid for travel at any time with no restrictions or blackout periods.
- May only be used by member and one companion travelling on the same itinerary; vouchers are non-transferable. Maximum one companion voucher may be used per booking.
- Base fare of the second guest on the itinerary will be waived. Applicable taxes, fees and charges are the responsibility of the guest and must be paid at time of booking.
- Features associated to fare type purchased will apply to both member and companion.
- Changes or cancellations to companion voucher bookings are allowed, except when a Basic fare has been purchased, which is a 100% non-refundable fare with no change options allowed. Changes and cancellations for all other companion voucher bookings must be made through WestJet's contact centre; guests are required to pay all applicable fees based on the fare type purchased for each ticket, plus the difference in fare on the regular ticket, if applicable. Changes cannot be made after the voucher expiry date, nor can changes be made online at westjet.com.
- Voucher is valid for one-time use only. If booking is eligible for cancellation based on fare option purchased, voucher will be reinstated to the account; original expiry date of voucher applies. If one-way travel is booked, voucher will be deemed fully used and the return portion of travel is forfeited. If booking is made in the Basic fare option, it is not eligible for cancellation (except within 24 hours of initial booking) and voucher will be forfeited.
- Voucher may only be used as described and has no monetary or other exchange value.
- Terms and conditions of this voucher are subject to the Program Terms and Conditions at the time of redemption.

Double dip to earn more WestJet dollars
Use the WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard‡ to book flights with WestJet and you’ll earn 2% back on top of the 3% you earn with Silver.5

Book using WestJet dollars
Redeem your WestJet dollars with ease and fly anywhere, anytime with no blackouts. Some restrictions apply.7
Legal, restrictions and terms and conditions
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- Legal note1
Subject to the exclusions below, qualifying spend is:
- 1) one hundred per cent of the amount spent on eligible published base fares for WestJet-marketed flights flown by the member within a qualifying year, and
- 2) twenty per cent of the individual portion of the base price of eligible WestJet Vacations packages booked on or after August 20, 2018 and completed within a qualifying year.
The following are not eligible toward qualifying spend: Basic fares, Member Exclusive fares, contracted fares, tour operator fares, WestJet Vacations spend for bookings made prior to August 20, 2018, WestJet Vacations group package bookings, partner-marketed flights, partner bookings made on westjet.com, gift cards, taxes, fees, charges, any portion paid with WestJet dollars or any other reward program redemption. See WestJet Rewards terms and conditions for more details.
- Legal note2
Silver, and Gold and Platinum earn rates and flight benefits are awarded to the member at $3,000, $5,000 and $8,000 in qualifying spend, respectively, and are applicable for the remainder of the member’s current qualifying year and the entire next qualifying year.Exceptions may apply when tier status and benefits are awarded on a promotional basis. Terms and conditions for use of flight benefits apply; visit westjet.com/silver, westjet.com/gold or westjet.com/platinum for full details.
- Legal note3
WestJet flights are flights marketed by WestJet, which is a flight with a WS carrier code preceding the flight number, and eligible towards qualifying spend (see note 1). The flight may be operated by WestJet, WestJet Encore or a partner airline. Earn rate on eligible WestJet-marketed flights is calculated as a percentage back in WestJet dollars on the base fare paid; taxes, fees and charges are not eligible.
- Legal note4
Partner flights are flights marketed by our partner airlines and are identified by a two-letter carrier code other than WS preceding the flight number. Earn rates on partner-marketed flights are based on mileage and class of service. Available on select partners only. See westjet.com/rewardspartners for more details.
- Legal note5
Only available for residents of Canada. Terms and conditions apply. Visit westjet.com/creditcard for complete details.
- Legal note6
Milestone awards are directly tied to the member’s qualifying flight spend at any point in time and are independent of tier status. Members who achieve tier status and benefits through a promotional offer are not eligible to receive milestone awards until the specified qualifying spend requirement(s) are met. Terms and conditions for redemption of milestone awards apply; visit westjet.com/silver, westjet.com/gold or westjet.com/platinum for full details.
- Legal note7
WestJet dollars can be used towards payment of the base fare of an eligible flight or vacation package, available on westjet.com or through WestJet’s contact centre. WestJet dollars cannot be applied against taxes, fees or charges and can only be used for new bookings. Minimum redemption rules on flights apply when purchasing Economy, Premium or Business fares; the entire base fare must be paid with WestJet dollars when purchasing a Member Exclusive fare. A minimum redemption amount of 50 WestJet dollars per booking applies for WestJet Vacations package bookings. Other restrictions may apply and are subject to change at any time. Full details available at westjet.com/redeem. All terms, conditions and restrictions applicable to WestJet Rewards are established by WestJet and shall apply to all bookings, travel arrangements and other services offered or provided by WestJet. WestJet, not Royal Bank of Canada, is responsible for WestJet Rewards.
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- Prices may not reflect real-time pricing or availability. Prices will be updated at least every two hours.
- Prices displayed above are subject to change and are not guaranteed until payment is made and accepted.
- Seasonal start and end dates apply and are indicated in the booking flow.
- Advertised prices, taxes and fees may fluctuate based on exchange rate.
- Seats at these fares are limited and may not be available on all flights.
- New bookings only.
- Non-refundable.
- Advance purchase required.
- Flights may not operate on certain days.
- All fares shown are one-way.
*Vacation package prices: terms and conditions
- Limited quantities available at prices listed.
- Package prices may not reflect real-time pricing or availability.
- Pricing on this page is based on previous data collection (cache). Although we strive to be as accurate as possible, up-to-date pricing and inventory will be provided upon your selection of a vacation package.
- Round-trip from select cities. Other departure cities and dates available, and prices to be as may be higher.
- Price is per guest, based on double adult occupancy unless otherwise specified.
- Taxes for U.S., Mexico and Caribbean destinations can fluctuate based on exchange rate.
- Transfers not included unless otherwise specified.
- Advance booking required.
- Non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Offers limited and subject to availability.
- New bookings only.
- Not valid on group bookings.
- Fuel surcharge between $44 - $90 round-trip still applies to Air MilesTM redemption bookings.
- Other restrictions may apply.
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- OPC fees are charged at a rate of $1.00 per $1000.
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- Special offers highlighted on the dynamic package pricing may not be available on advertised departure dates. Special offers may include additional savings, resort credits, kids stay free and more. These offers will have their own travel terms, please visit WestJet Vacations offers page for additional offer details.