Boeing 737-8 MAX
As our most fuel-efficient aircraft yet, the Boeing 737-8 MAX plays an instrumental role in our fleet, transporting up to 189 guests at a time safely and efficiently. The sustainability and comfort of this aircraft make it ideal for domestic, transborder, and international flying to popular destinations
Delivering approximately 13 per cent more fuel efficiency than the Boeing 737 Next-Generation aircraft, the efficiencies built into the 737-8 MAX aircraft help us minimize fuel and operating costs, reduce emissions and maximize efficiency through added guest capacity, enabling WestJet to carry more guests with less aircraft per route.
The Boeing 737-8 MAX is built to maximize efficiency with more overhead bin space, making it easier for guests to comfortably store carry-on luggage. The Boeing Sky Interior is designed to create a more spacious and comfortable feel with flowing curves and full-length sculpted walls.
The Boeing 737-8 MAX is uniquely configured to optimize guest comfort, with quiet engine technology used to reduce engine noise by up to 40 per cent as compared to the Boeing Next-Generation 737.
A key pillar of the WestJet Group’s strategy is leveraging the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft as a driver of growth. WestJet’s fleet includes a total of 55 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, with another 62 on order. With a focus on domestic, transborder and sun-flying capacity, the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are an integral part of WestJet’s future.
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Seat information
Standard Economy seats
Location: Rows 15 to 30 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 76 cm (30 in)
Seat width: 42 to 44 cm (16.3 to 17.3 in)2
Recline: 5 cm (2 in)
Seats in rows 12, 13 and 30 do not recline
Preferred Economy seats
Location: Rows 8 to 12 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 76 cm (30 in)
Seat width: 42 to 44 cm (16.3 to 17.3 in)2
Recline: 5 cm (2 in)
Seats in rows 12, 13 and 30 do not recline
Exit row seats
Location: Rows 13 to 14 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 97 cm (38 in)
Extended Comfort seats
Location: Rows 4 to 7 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: Row 4: 91 cm (36 in)
Rows 5, 6: 89 cm (35 in)
Row 7: 86 cm (34 in)Seat width: 44 cm (17.3 in)
Recline: Row 4: 10 cm (4 in)
Row 5: 7.6 cm (3 in)
Rows 6, 7: 5 cm (2 in)
Premium seats
Location: Rows 1 to 3 AC DF
Seat pitch1: Rows 2, 3: 97 cm (38 in)
Row 1 premium seats face a wall (bulkhead)Seat width: 51 cm (21.3 in)
Recline: 13 cm (5 in)
- Seat pitch is the distance from the back of each seat to the back of the seat behind it. More seat pitch usually equates to more legroom.
✔ In-seat 120V AC power, USB-A sockets
✔ Food and beverages (offering varies by destination, flight duration)
✔ Inflight entertainment on WestJet Connect (via your smartphone, tablet or laptop)
✔ Wi-Fi access (for a fee)
Use the WestJet App to access WestJet Connect, your portal to endless on-demand entertainment options: Movies, TV shows, music, LinkedIn Learning courses and more.
Accessibility information
Rows 1 to 3 AC DF
Rows 5 to 30 ABC DEF
- Onboard wheelchair
- Assist handle in lavatories
- Seat belt extenders
- Baby change table
- Braille and raised character row markers
- Wheelchair-accessible lavatory
- Baby bassinets
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Seat information
Standard Economy seats
Location: Rows 15 to 30 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 76.2 cm (30 in)
Seat width: 45 cm (17.8 in)
Row 28 A F, row 29 AB EF and row 30 ABC DEF are 42 cm (16.6 in)Recline: Fixed recline2 of 1.5 cm (0.6 in)
Preferred Economy seats
Location: Rows 10 to 12 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 76.2 cm (30 in)
Seat width: 45 cm (17.8 in)
Recline: Fixed recline2 of 1.5 cm (0.6 in)
(no recline in row 12)
Exit row seats
Location: Rows 13 to 14 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 97 cm (38 in)
Extended Comfort seats
Location: Rows 4 to 9 ABC DEF
Seat pitch1: 86 cm (34 in)
Seat width: 45 cm (17.8 in)
Recline: 8 cm (3 in)
Row 9 has 5 cm (2 in)
Premium seats
Location: Rows 1 to 3 AC DF
Seat pitch1: Rows 2 and 3: 97 cm (38 in)
Row 1 premium seats face a wall (bulkhead)Seat width: Row 1 A and F: 51 cm (20 in)
Row 1 C and D: 52 cm (20.5 in)
Rows 2 and 3: 53 cm (21 in)Recline: 13 cm (5 in)
- Seat pitch is the distance from the back of each seat to the back of the seat behind it. More seat pitch usually equates to more legroom.
- Fixed recline seats are set at a slight angle and cannot be adjusted.
✔ Free high-speed Wi-Fi presented by TELUS (available for WestJet Rewards members)
✔ Device charging ports: USB-C and USB-A (Economy cabin); USB-C and 120V AC power (Premium cabin)
✔ Food and beverages (offering varies by destination, flight duration)
✔ New: Personal phone/tablet holders
✔ Comfort-inspired adjustable headrests
Accessibility information
Rows 1 to 3 AC DF
Rows 5 to 30 ABC DEF
- Onboard wheelchair
- Braille and raised character row markers
- Assist handle in lavatories
- Seat belt extenders
- Baby change table
- Wheelchair-accessible lavatory
- Baby bassinets
Special livery: Celebrating our Toronto Blue JaysTM partnership
Introducing the newest addition to our 737-8 MAX lineup: A custom livery celebrating our partnership with the Toronto Blue JaysTM! Whether seen on the ground or climbing out over a Canadian skyline, the aircraft offers aviation enthusiasts and baseball fans a unique aircraft-spotting experience across the WestJet network.
Painting our new Toronto Blue JaysTM aircraft
Explore your next aircraft
WestJet’s aircraft are designed with safety, comfort and convenience in mind. Each aircraft offers a unique set of characteristics to meet the needs of our guests, with a range of different offerings onboard each aircraft for different routes. Explore WestJet’s flight guide for more information about our inflight food and beverage offerings, Wi-Fi availability, the WestJet Connect entertainment system, in-seat power and USB availability, plus other in-flight offerings specific to each type of aircraft, cabin and route.
