WestJet

Since commencing flights in 1996, WestJet has grown to become Canada’s second-largest airline with over 100 destinations in its network. The airline was co-founded by David Neeleman and aimed to emulate the successful low-cost model of Southwest Airlines and Morris Air. WestJet has transitioned to a full-service carrier in recent years, flying to destinations across North America, Europe, Central America, and the Caribbean. (Featured image: Getty Images)

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WestJet
IATA Code
WS
ICAO Code
WJA
Airline Type
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded
1994
CEO
Alexis von Hoensbroech
Country
Canada

Country
Canada

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WestJet Has Cut A Massive 27 US Routes: See All Major Flight Changes Now [Map]

Some American destinations now don't handle any WestJet flights as a result.

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United's $10M+ Problem: Hundreds Of Boeing 737 MAX 10 Seats Sitting In Storage

United may never find a use for the seats it ordered when it expected 737 MAX 10 deliveries to begin several years ago.

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WestJet Flight Attendants Officially On Strike: All 737 & 787 Flights Cancelled

WestJet flight attendants are officially on strike, grounding all Boeing 737 and 787 flights as more than 300 cancellations disrupt travel plans

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Massive Expansion: WestJet Launches 13 New Destinations [Full List Here]

It's looking like a busy summer for the Canadian carrier!

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Less Than 72 Hours: 4,400 WestJet Flight Attendants On Verge Of August 2nd Strike

A potential strike at WestJet looms, with 72-hour notice given, as the airline and its cabin crew remain deadlocked over unpaid work and compensation.

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WestJet Allowing Passengers To Make Free Changes To Flights As Strike Looms

WestJet's flexible travel policy aims to ease the impact of potential strike action on summer travel plans.

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WestJet Cancels 27 US Routes: See Full List Of Affected Flights Now

They involve multiple Canadian airports, but especially one in particular. See all the cut routes here!

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WestJet Now Has 20 Boeing 737 MAX Europe Routes: Are The Nonstop Flights Worth It?

The type is well suited to lower-demand transatlantic sectors from northeastern Canada.

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Flight Alerts: 24 Exciting New Nonstop Routes Launching This Week

See which notable examples made the list this week!

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Air Canada Vs. WestJet Vs. Porter: Which Carrier Has The Most Leg Room?

A closer look at the legroom available on Canada's top airlines.

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Toronto's New Nonstop Flights: 10 Long-Haul Routes Launching Summer 2026 [Full List]

They involve six airlines, three of which are European. Find out more here!

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WestJet Ends 20 US Routes: See All Major Flight Changes Now [Map]

WestJet is cutting US leisure flying while shifting aircraft toward Europe and non-US sun markets.

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WestJet Hits A Home Run With Stunning New Aircraft Livery

The new paint scheme has debuted on a Boeing 737 MAX 8.

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Why Air Canada & WestJet Just Turned Checked Bag Fees Into A Fuel-Price Lever

Rising fuel prices have put the aviation industry in a state of panic. Many cancelled flights and a bleak outlook. Are baggage fees the savior?

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Flight Alerts: 39 Exciting New Nonstop Routes Launching This Week

See which notable examples made the list this week!

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WestJet's Massive Expansion: 13 New International Routes Launching This Year [Map]

This impressive growth covers both short and long-haul corridors.

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5 New Transatlantic Routes In 7 Days: Where Air Canada, Air Transat & WestJet Fly Now [Map]

Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet launched five transatlantic routes in seven days, including new Azores, Iceland and Agadir services.

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Why The Boeing 737 MAX 10 Has 1,400+ Orders But Still Can't Carry A Single Passenger

Ongoing certification issues have meant no 737 MAX 10s have been delivered, although Boeing has indicated the process will be completed in 2026.

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WestJet Launches 8 New Nonstop Routes To Europe [List & Map]

The Canadian carrier has a busy summer in store!

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15-Hour Nonstop Flights: WestJet's 10 Longest Routes In 2026 [List & Map]

WestJet's longest corridors serve destinations in South America, Asia, and Europe.

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