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Carry-On Allowance: 2 Items

Each passenger is allowed to carry on two items. All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you and adhere to the following requirements:

  • Maximum Dimensions of Item 1: 21.5in x 9in x 15.5in/55cm x 23cm x 40cm (length x width x height)
  • Maximum Dimensions of Item 2: 16.5in x 6in x 13in/43cm x 16cm x33 cm (length x width x height)
  • Maximum Weight per Item: 22 lb/10 kg

REMINDER: Bulkhead seats do not have underseat storage during take-off and landing.
Read Bulkheads Explained

Checked Baggage Allowance: 2 Pieces

Each passengers is allowed 2 checked bags as long as each bag adhered to the following requirements:

  • Maximum Dimensions: 62 linear inches/157 cm (length + width + height)
  • Maximum Weight: 50 lb/23 kg

Overweight Baggage Fees

Fee for any bag weighing 50-100 lb: $40

Bags weighing over 100 pounds will not be accepted. If a bag is both oversize and overweight, the passenger will be charged both fees.

Oversize Baggage Fees

Fee for any bag between 62-80 in/158-200 cm: $40

Bags exceeding 80 linear inches will not be accepted. If a bag is both oversize and overweight, the passenger will be charged both fees.

Excess Baggage Fees

A maximum of two excess pieces will be accepted on a space-available basis only per fare paying guest.

Fee for each additional bag: $75 each

Sports Equipment

Excess, overweight and oversize baggage fees will apply. If you plan to travel with sporting equipment, contact WestJet directly to confirm packing regulations and fees.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is true and correct at the time of publication. Because airlines reserve the right to change policies at any time, see westjet.com for official and up-to-date baggage restrictions.