WestJet Airlines Baggage Fees And Policy – WestJet is a Canadian airline that operates flights to destinations across North America and the Caribbean for travelers who wish to look for domestic and international holiday packages. Understanding the airline’s baggage allowance policies is important for travelers, as it can affect the cost of your trip and ensure that your belongings are safe and secure during your journey.

WestJet Airlines Baggage Fees And Policy

WestJet baggage policy is pretty straightforward when it comes to planning your travels. Some fares include checked baggage, and for those that don’t, you’ll need to pay CAD/USD 30-35.40 for the first checked bag, regardless of where you’re travelling to.

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What Is Westjet's (WS) Baggage Policy?

The WestJet (WS) baggage policy for regular basic fares include the following:

  • Carry-on baggage -1 personal item - Fee free; 1 carry-on item - Fee free
  • Checked baggage / Hold luggage - Applicable fees per bag increase with number checked
  • Overweight and Oversize bags - Applicable fees per bag depending on weight and size categories
  • Sports equipment - Certain items might have applicable fees

Fare Type

First Bag

Second Bag

Third Bag

Fourth Bag

Basic, Economy, Member Exclusive

CAD/USD 30-35.40

CAD/USD 50-59

CAD/USD 100-118

CAD/USD 100-CAD/USD 118

Economy Flex

Free

CAD/USD 50-59

CAD/USD 100-118

CAD/USD 100-118

Premium

Free

Free

CAD/USD 100-118

CAD/USD 100-118

Business

Free

CAD/USD 100-118

CAD/USD 100-118

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What Is Westjet's (WS) Carry-On Baggage Policy?

WestJet (WS) allows 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item (purse, briefcase, laptop bag) per passenger fee free.

Carry-on should not exceed the following size and weight restrictions:

  • 45 linear inches (21 x 15 x 9 in) or 114 centimeters (53 x 38 x 23 cm) including handles and wheels
  • Fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Personal item should not exceed the following size and weight restrictions:

  • 35 linear inches (16 x 13 x 6 in) or 89 centimeters (41 x 33 x 15 cm)
  • Fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you
  • A jacket, umbrella, diaper bag, duty free items, and assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, strollers, child restraint seats, etc.) do not count towards your carry-on allowance.

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Westjet's (WS) Checked Baggage / Hold Luggage Policy

WestJet's (WS) standard checked baggage / hold luggage policy details follow:

  • 2 bags standard, up to 4 bags maximum (3 bags maximum on WestJet Encore flights)
  • Maximum dimensions: 62 inches or 157 centimeters (length + width + height)
  • Maximum weight: 50 pounds or 23 kilograms

Are There Fees For Baggage On Westjet (WS)?

Yes, fees might apply. They are determined by the type of fare you purchase, your destination, if you are an active or retired military personnel, if you have status with WestJet's (WS) frequent flyer program, status with an affiliated carrier, or if you have a WestJet (WS) sponsored credit/charge card.

WestJet's (WS) standard checked baggage / hold luggage fees

First bag: $30.00 CAD / $35.40 USD (not charged on Flex or Plus fares)

Second bag: $50.00 CAD / $59.00 USD

Third and each additional bag: $100.00 CAD / $118.00 USD

Note: Fees are stated in Canadian dollars and are subject to applicable Canadian taxes. Conversion to local currency might occur.

WestJet's (WS) fee for excess baggage

WestJet (WS) will charge $100.00 CAD / $118 USD for the third and fourth bags

WestJet's (WS) fee for overweight baggage

WestJet (WS) will charge the following for bags that are greater than the standard 50 pounds or 23 kilograms:

51 to 100 pounds or 24 to 45 kilograms: $75.00 CAD / $88.50 USD per extra per bag

Bags exceeding 100 pounds or 45 kilograms will not be accepted as checked baggage / hold luggage

WestJet's (WS) fee for oversize baggage

WestJet (WS) will charge $75.00 CAD / $88.50 USD extra for bags that are from 63 to 80 linear inches or from 158 to 203 centimeters. Bags greater than 80 linear inches or 203 centimeters will not be accepted as checked baggage / hold luggage.

Note: Passengers flying to/from Jamaica or Trinidad and Tobago are not permitted oversized baggage except for one golf bag containing golf clubs.

fees for sports equipment on WestJet (WS)

Sports equipment such as skis, golf bags, fishing equipment, hockey, and lacrosse equipment will be accepted up to WestJet's (WS) size and weight limits and will count as one checked bag/hold bag. The maximum length of any piece of sports equipment is 9.8 feet or 3 meters. Associated fees might be applied.

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Baggage Allowance for Lap Infants, Infants, and Children

Lap infants are entitled to 2 pieces of equipment free of charge that can be checked in at the gate when you board. They include an FAA/Transport Canada-approved infant restraint system, stroller, or playpen.

Fare-paying infants are entitled to:

  • The standard free checked baggage allowance for the applicable fare class, plus
  • 1 FAA/Transport Canada-approved car seat/restraint system, stroller, or playpen (free of charge)

Children are entitled to:

  • The free checked baggage allowance for the applicable fare class, plus
  • 1 FAA/Transport Canada-approved car seat/restraint system, stroller, or playpen (free of charge)

WestJet Baggage Policy for Military Personnel

  • Both active and veteran Canadian military personnel (and those from other countries) with valid military IDs are entitled to: A free checked baggage allowance of 4 checked bags (3 on WestJet Encore), whether travelling for business or pleasure.
  • A fee waiver for overweight and oversized bags, as long as the maximum weight and size limits are not exceeded.
  • Bags exceeding the maximum limit must be transported as air cargo for a fee.

Humanitarian Aid Baggage Policy

Passengers carrying humanitarian aid are allowed 1 free bag per passenger, as long as it does not exceed the standard weight and size limits.

How to Pay Baggage Fees?

  • You can pay your baggage fees in advance or at the airport.
  • You can prepay online or at a ticket office for up to 2 checked bags on WestJet-operated flights at the time of booking or later via Manage trips up to 24 hours before departure.
  • You can also pre-pay when you check in online from 24 hours to 60 minutes before departure.
  • You can pay at the airport check-in counter when you check-in.

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WestJet Baggage Policy for Musical Instruments

WestJet allows you to carry musical instruments as part of your carry-on or checked baggage, as long as it is within the weight and size limitations. WestJet does not allow the transportation of musical instruments on purchased seats.

  • As carry-on baggage. You can carry small musical instruments as part of your carry-on baggage in the aircraft cabin, as long as:
  • It does not exceed 53 x 23 x 38cm (21 x 9 x 15in).
  • It fits and remains in the overhead compartment, under your front seat, or in an approved location throughout the flight.
  • Irregular-sized musical instruments may be accepted in the aircraft cabin subject to space availability. Otherwise, they may have to be checked in.
  • As checked baggage. Larger musical instruments that exceed the WestJet carry-on baggage weight and/or size limits can be carried as checked baggage. They must be packed in a hard-sided case and will be subject to the normal WestJet checked baggage fees.

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WestJet Baggage Policy for Sporting Equipment

Sporting equipment on WestJet counts as a piece of checked baggage, subject to the following conditions:

  • Except for pole vaults, the maximum length for any sporting item is 300cm/118in/9ft 10 in.
  • Sporting items are subject to the applicable baggage fees. Cumulative baggage fees will apply if the sporting equipment is overweight, oversized, and/or extra.
  • Select sporting equipment will be charged a handling fee of CAD/USD 50 at the airport. They include firearms, bicycles, surfboards, wakeboards, paddleboards, and a set of wave skis.

Sporting equipment is subject to excess baggage fees (overweight, oversized, and extra piece)—with these exceptions:

  • No overweight and/or oversized fees will apply for football, lacrosse, ringette, hockey equipment, and bicycle in a container weighing up to 100lb or measuring up to 292cm/115in.
  • No oversized fee will apply for properly packed golf equipment, curling equipment, water skis, skis, snowboards, and vaulting poles (the latter is allowed only on Boeing B737 aircraft) weighing up to 100lb or measuring up to 531cm/17ft.

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Frequently Asked Questions on WestJet Airlines Baggage Fees And Policy
Westjet flights allow you to check 2 to 4 bags, except for Westjet Encore, which allows you to check 2 to 3 bags. The number of bags allowed over two, as well as any baggage fees, are determined by your fare bundle and Westjet Rewards tier benefits.
Prepay for bags to save money. Baggage fees will increase by $10 within 24 hours of departure, so guests are encouraged to prepay for their first and second bags.
Checked baggage must be within 157 total cm (62 total in.) and weigh no more than 23 kg (50 Ib.).
Traveling with a child under the age of two When traveling with a child on your lap, you can check two pieces of infant equipment (e.g., a car seat, bassinet, or stroller) in your carry-on free addition to your checked baggage allowance. Traveling with a child over the age of two A child or infant traveling in a paid seat may check one piece of child/infant equipment (e.g. car seat, playpen, or stroller) free of charge in addition to their checked baggage allowance.