Our fares
What to know before you book.
Looking for Flexibility? Choose one of our flex fares; EconoFlex, PremiumFlex, BusinessFlex, to change or cancel your flight for no fee, just the difference in fare price will apply.
Looking for an enhanced experience? Choose one of our Business or Premium fares and receive benefits such inflight meals and beverages, priority services and more.
Looking for the lowest price fare? Choose our Econo or UltraBasic fares for our lowest price, no frills fare.
WestJet Rewards members can sign in to compare available Member Exclusive fares with Economy, Premium and Business fares. Find savings on more seats and flights when you book and pay entirely with WestJet points (excluding taxes).
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| ✔ Included $ Available for a fee | UltraBasic | Econo | Econo Flex | Premium | Premium Flex | Business | Business Flex |
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| Personal item | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Carry-on bag1, 11, 12 | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Carry-on bag (Flights to and from Europe or Asia)1, 11 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Checked bags1 | $$ | $ | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Changes2 | Not allowed | $$$ | ✔ | $$ | ✔ | $ | ✔ |
| Cancellations2 | ✔ Non-refundable | $$$ | ✔ | $$ | ✔ | $ | ✔ |
| Seat selection7 | $$ | $ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| WestJet Rewards earn8 | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Inflight food and beverages (including wine, beer and spirits)4 | $$$ | $$$ | $$$ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Priority screening3 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Priority boarding | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Priority baggage3 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Lounge access6 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ |
- 1. Overweight and oversized baggage fees may still apply.
- 2. Difference in fare may apply. UltraBasic fares are not eligible for changes, and are non-refundable. For Econo, Premium and Business fares, a cancellation fee will be charged and the remaining balance will be returned to Travel Bank.
- 3. At available airports.
- 4. On flights over 60 minutes. Menu selections vary depending on aircraft, flight length, time of day and availability. Inflight food and beverages in Economy cabin are included on International Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights.
- 6. At available airports. Guests who book Business can also access a Delta Sky Club® at airports that are part of the same-day international itinerary.
- 7. UltraBasic guests who do not select a seat before check-in will be pre-assigned a seat at the back of the aircraft at check-in. There is a fee to change a pre-assigned seat with UltraBasic. Standard selection is included for EconoFlex, Premium, PremiumFlex, Business and Business Flex.
- 8. UltraBasic fares are not eligible for WestJet Rewards earn or qualifying spend. Platinum and Gold members will not be eligible for same-day flight changes, complimentary upgrades or seat changes when an UltraBasic fare has been purchased.
- 11. UltraBasic guests are not allowed to bring or pay for a carry-on bag except when travelling to and from Europe and Asia or when Extended Comfort has been purchased for all flights in a single direction, including connections.
- 12. Personal Medical Devices do not count towards carry-on baggage allowance. Learn more about what items are permitted in addition your fare’s carry-on bag and personal item allowance.
UltraBasic
UltraBasic is our lowest price, no-frills fare option with the same great WestJet service and Economy inflight experience you are used to. While we allow each UltraBasic guest to bring one (1) personal item, there are some restrictions like no changes, no carry-on bags and pre-assigned seats at the back of the aircraft that may not be together.2,7,8,12
You'll have the option to add certain extras that you need, like reserving a seat in advance or adding checked bags. Familiarize yourself with the limitations of UltraBasic to make sure it's the right fare for you.
To take advantage of your WestJet Rewards earn and tier benefits with more choice and flexibility, book Econo or EconoFlex.
Elevate your UltraBasic fare with Extended Comfort.
When you choose UltraBasic, you will NOT be eligible for:
| UltraBasic fare | |
|---|---|
| A carry-on bag for flights in North America and Central America unless Extended Comfort has been purchased for all flights in a single direction, including connections12 | ✖ |
| Changes or refunds unless made within 24 hours of booking | ✖ |
| Seat changes or seat selection, at the time of booking or at check-in, without an additional fee | ✖ |
| WestJet Rewards earn or qualifying spend | ✖ |
| Platinum and Gold benefits: same-day flight changes, free seat changes or selection at check-in, complimentary upgrades | ✖ |
| Silver benefits: free seat changes or selection at check-in, complimentary upgrades | ✖ |
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Econo and EconoFlex
Settle into your flight in our Economy cabin with a complimentary beverage and snack and onboard entertainment with WestJet Connect.10
Elevate your Economy experience with Extended Comfort.
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Because life at 39,000 ft. should be uplifting.
When you book our Premium or PremiumFlex fare you will experience benefits such as extra leg and elbow room, 2x2 seating configurations, two checked bags, inflight food and beverages and more. 4
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Business and BusinessFlex
Arrive revived.
Our Business cabin provides a personalized, luxurious travel experience that goes above and beyond. With private pods, lie-flat seats, restaurant-style dining, lounge access and more, you will arrive relaxed and ready for the rest of your journey.4,5
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