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WestJet upgrades
WestJet offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
Check your WestJet upgrade eligibility
See if your booking can be upgraded — enter your booking reference and last name in a secure form, right in the chat. Your details are never shared with the assistant.
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- Bid UpgradeOpen page →
Offer an amount within a set range to upgrade to a higher cabin or cabin category. You're only charged if your bid is accepted — if it loses, there's no charge.
- How to upgrade
- Visit WestJet's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/manage/upgrade/offers
- Loyalty program
- WestJet Rewards
From WestJet's own upgrade pages
“ds eStore Tiers and benefits Everyday partners WestJet RBC® credit cards Member Exclusive fares Account help WestJet Rewards About WestJet Rewards View my account My activity Account settings Earn WestJet points Redeem WestJet points WestJet Rewards eStore Everyday partners Tiers and benefits WestJe…”
Source: westjet.com · checked Aug 3, 2026
“e offer is accepted. Consideration of the offer may include higher offers for the same cabin, original fare, WestJet Rewards tier status, number of available seats and number of guests in your booking. Accepted upgrade offers are non-refundable, non-transferable and are only valid on the flight date…”
Source: westjet.com · checked Aug 3, 2026
“k-in and boarding 1 More seat comfort with extra leg and elbow room 2,5 Complimentary bottled water when you board Restaurant-style dining on most flights over one hour 3 Exclusive snacks and beverages 3 Business cabin 2 checked bags 4 Skip the lines with priority check-in, security, boarding, and b…”
Source: westjet.com · checked Aug 3, 2026
Frequently asked
Does WestJet offer upgrades?
WestJet offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
What upgrade options does WestJet offer?
WestJet offers Bid Upgrade.
How does WestJet's bid (offer) upgrade work?
You name an amount — within a range shown for your booking — to move up to a higher cabin. It's an offer, not a fixed price: you're only charged if WestJet accepts it. If your offer isn't accepted you pay nothing and keep your original seat.
How do I check if my WestJet booking can be upgraded?
Check your specific booking with Upgrade Agent: enter your booking reference and last name and you'll see the upgrade options and price ranges available on your flights — you don't need to dig through WestJet's website. Visit WestJet's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/manage/upgrade/offers
Who is eligible for a WestJet upgrade?
Eligibility depends on your fare type, route, and how close to departure you are — not every fare or flight qualifies, and offers usually open within a window before departure. The reliable way to know is to check your specific booking rather than assume.
When am I charged for a WestJet upgrade?
Only if your offer is accepted. With bid upgrades the charge happens when the upgrade is confirmed — typically in the days before departure. If your offer isn't accepted, there's no charge.
How will I know if my WestJet upgrade offer was accepted?
WestJet notifies you — usually by email — if your offer is accepted, typically shortly before departure. Until then your original booking stands, and you can review your offer's status where you submitted it.
Can I change or cancel my WestJet upgrade offer?
A pending offer can usually be changed or cancelled any time before it's accepted, from the page where you submitted it. Once an offer is accepted and charged, the upgrade is confirmed.
How much does a WestJet upgrade cost?
There's no fixed price — you offer within a range shown for your booking, which varies by route, cabin, and demand. You choose where in that range to bid; higher offers can have a better chance of being accepted, though the exact acceptance formula isn't published.
Can I use WestJet Rewards points or miles for a WestJet upgrade?
WestJet's loyalty program is WestJet Rewards. Depending on the route and the offer shown on your booking, upgrades may be payable with points/miles as well as cash — the options available appear when you check your specific booking.