WestJet Airlines President Diederik Pen announces plans to retire
WestJet has announced the planned retirement of WestJet Group Executive Vice-President, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and President of WestJet Airlines Diederik Pen. Timing is dependent on onboarding his successor, but is anticipated for the...
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WestJet takes off with ‘Cancel For Any Reason’ powered by HTS
HTS' (Hopper Technology Solutions) Cancel For Any Reason ancillary product, is now available on WestJet.com and the WestJet app. Cancel For Any Reason allows guests to instantly cancel their flight up to 24 hours before departure and receive...
Discover Wales with WestJet’s new direct flights to Cardiff
Baxter Media and Visit Wales invites all travel professionals to discover the magic of Wales on Wednesday, May 13 at 1 p.m. (EST). Exciting news! WestJet now offers direct flights to Cardiff, making Wales more accessible than ever for...
WestJet implements near-term measures in response to rising fuel costs
WestJet has advised that it is “implementing near-term measures” in response to rising fuel costs as the aviation industry responds to ongoing supply chain challenges due to strained access in the Strait of Hormuz. The airline said that...
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WestJet adds more seamless global connectivity with new interline booking capabilities
WestJet guests can now book interline itineraries comprised of both WestJet and interline partner segments through the airline's website and contact centre. The enhancement will allow WestJet guests to eventually access hundreds of new...
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WestJet adds fuel surcharge on some bookings
WestJet has advised that it will implement a $60 fee on companion voucher bookings in response to the continuing rise of fuel prices. The new fee, which the airline said is temporary, will take effect on April 8. It also said that all...
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Vegas + WestJet Vacations play ball for Insider’s Club sports edition event as the Jays kick off 50th season
From the comfort of the WestJet executive suite, which is outfitted with two aircraft seats, industry partners and members of the Las Vegas Insider’s Club took in the action at the Rogers Centre yesterday as the Jays defeated the Athletics...
WestJet welcomes Ernie Clement as new Blue Jays player brand ambassador
WestJet is welcoming Toronto Blue Jays infielder, Ernie Clement as the airline’s newest Toronto Blue Jays player brand ambassador -- marking a new chapter in WestJet's long-standing relationship with Canada's team. The partnership reflects...
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WestJet, SAS expand codeshare with new Halifax-Copenhagen connection
WestJet and Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) have expanded their codeshare partnership for the second time in three months, providing guests on both sides of the Atlantic with more seamless travel options to explore all of Scandinavia...
WestJet adds four new domestic flights for summer 2026
WestJet is expanding its domestic network with new non-stop summer service between Calgary (YYC) and Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario (YAM), North Bay, Ontario (YYB) and Campbell River, British Columbia (YBL). WestJet is also adding non-stop...
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