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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
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From WestJet's own upgrade pages
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Source: westjet.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
“cepted upgrade offers are non-refundable, non-transferable and are only valid on the flight date shown. Review our upgrade offer terms and conditions . Here’s how it works: 1 Enter your reservation code and last name and click "Place an offer" to see if you are eligible. 2 Choose the flight segment…”
Source: westjet.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
“Business cabin 2 checked bags 4 Skip the lines with priority check-in, security, boarding, and baggage 1 Relax in the lounge before your flight (where available) Contemporary Canadian inspired restaurant-style dining 3 Exceptional comfort in spacious pods with fully extendable privacy screens See al…”
Source: westjet.com · checked Sep 21, 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.
Can I change or cancel my WestJet upgrade bid after submitting it?
Yes — a WestJet upgrade bid can be changed or cancelled any time until WestJet makes its decision. Once a bid is accepted it's final and your card is charged. To update or withdraw it, use WestJet's Manage My Booking / offer page, or check your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) and I can help you modify or cancel it.
When is my card charged for a WestJet upgrade bid?
Only if your bid is accepted. Submitting a WestJet upgrade bid authorizes your card for the bid amount, but nothing is charged unless WestJet accepts it — if the bid is declined or expires, the authorization is released and you pay nothing, keeping your original cabin. If it's accepted, the card you provided is charged the amount you offered and your upgrade is confirmed.
When will I find out if my WestJet upgrade bid was accepted?
WestJet decides upgrade bids before your flight — often close to departure, once the operator knows how much cabin space is left. You'll be notified by email either way at the address on your offer. You don't need to keep checking, but you can see your bid's current status any time by checking your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) or on WestJet's Manage My Booking page.