WestJet Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
WestJet allows one free personal item, and one free carry-on for Econo fares and above (UltraBasic gets no carry-on). Checked bags start at $45-$53 CAD/USD for the first bag when prepaid online.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | WestJet (WS) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 56x36x23 cm (22x14x9 inches), no weight limit but must be able to lift into overhead bin unaided |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 41x33x15 cm (16x13x6 inches). Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | UltraBasic: 0 bags. Econo/Member Exclusive: 0 bags (1 bag to/from Asia). EconoFlex: 1 bag. Premium/Business: 2 bags. |
| First Bag Fee | $45-53 CAD/USD prepaid for Econo domestic/US, $55-65 CAD/USD for UltraBasic |
| Second Bag Fee | $60-71 CAD/USD prepaid for Econo, $70-83 CAD/USD for UltraBasic |
| Overweight Fee | $100-118 CAD for bags 23-45 kg (51-100 lbs) |
| Oversized Fee | $100-118 CAD for bags 158-203 cm (63-80 linear inches) |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 157 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Most sports equipment counts as a checked bag. Bicycles allowed up to 45 kg (100 lbs) and 292 cm (115 in) without oversize/overweight fees, but incur a $50 CAD handling fee. Oversize fee waived for golf clubs and skis.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments accepted as carry-on or personal item. Larger instruments must be checked and are subject to standard fees plus overweight/oversized fees.
International Rules
To/from Europe: UltraBasic gets 1 carry-on. Max weight for Europe is 32 kg (70 lbs). To/from Asia: Econo gets 1 free checked bag.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Prepay for bags online up to 24 hours before departure to save money. 2. Get the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard for a free first checked bag for the primary cardholder and up to 8 guests. 3. Avoid UltraBasic fare if you need a carry-on bag. 4. Join WestJet Rewards for free checked bags at Silver tier and above.
Unique Nuances
UltraBasic fare does not include a carry-on bag unless flying to/from Europe or Asia. Bicycles have a generous 45 kg (100 lbs) weight limit before overweight fees apply, though a $50 handling fee is charged. Active/Veteran Canadian Military get up to 4 free checked bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does WestJet charge for checked bags?
- WestJet charges $45-53 CAD/USD prepaid for Econo domestic/US, $55-65 CAD/USD for UltraBasic for the first checked bag and $60-71 CAD/USD prepaid for Econo, $70-83 CAD/USD for UltraBasic for the second bag.
- What is WestJet's carry-on bag size limit?
- WestJet carry-on allowance: 56x36x23 cm (22x14x9 inches), no weight limit but must be able to lift into overhead bin unaided. 1 personal item: 41x33x15 cm (16x13x6 inches). Must fit under the seat in front of you.
- Does WestJet include free checked bags in economy?
- No, WestJet does not include free checked bags in basic economy. UltraBasic: 0 bags. Econo/Member Exclusive: 0 bags (1 bag to/from Asia). EconoFlex: 1 bag. Premium/Business: 2 bags.
- What is WestJet's overweight baggage fee?
- $100-118 CAD for bags 23-45 kg (51-100 lbs)
- Can I bring sports equipment on WestJet?
- Most sports equipment counts as a checked bag. Bicycles allowed up to 45 kg (100 lbs) and 292 cm (115 in) without oversize/overweight fees, but incur a $50 CAD handling fee. Oversize fee waived for golf clubs and skis.
- What are WestJet baggage fees?
- WestJet baggage fees are $45-53 CAD/USD prepaid for Econo domestic/US, $55-65 CAD/USD for UltraBasic for the first checked bag and $60-71 CAD/USD prepaid for Econo, $70-83 CAD/USD for UltraBasic for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $100-118 CAD for bags 23-45 kg (51-100 lbs). To/from Europe: UltraBasic gets 1 carry-on. Max weight for Europe is 32 kg (70 lbs). To/from Asia: Econo gets 1 free checked bag.