How to Select Seats for Your WestJet Flight?

Get treated like a guest on WestJet! Every seat booked on this Canada-based airline comes with its privilege. And you get what you deserve. The expensive seats will have more privileges. Want to know more about WestJet seat selection? Our Air1Network blog will give you a sneak peek into how selecting and reserving seats work on the airline. 

Can you Select Seat on WestJet Flight?

Before you book a WestJet flight you need to know the types of tickets offered and whether seat selection is available on them.

• Econo ticket holders will have to pay for advance seat selection.
• Econo Flex ticket holders can choose standard seats.
• Ultra Basic ticket holders will have to pay for standard seats and extended comfort seats.

Westjet seat selection cost will vary depending on the route. You can call the airline or Air1Network on +1-(888)-937-8538 or +1-844-414-9223 to know the details of the charges.

How to Reserve a Seat on a WestJet flight?

The airline lets you select your seat in advance. So, you can WestJet choose seat right from the time of booking till the time check-in starts. Here is how the process works.

At the time of booking:

Step#1 - Before checking out you can opt for seat selection.

Step #2 - Select the seat from the seat plan.

Step #3 - Review the charges for the selected seat.

Step #4 - Pay for the entire itinerary.

Step #5 - Wait for the itinerary confirmation.

Till the time check-in begins:

Step#1 - Open the airline web portal or mobile app.

Step#2 - Enter your reservation code and last name on Manage Trips.

Step#3 -  Choose the option ‘add seat’.

Step#4 - Select the seat from the seat plan.

Step#5 - Review and pay the charges for the seat.

Am I required to select a seat on WestJet?

You can skip the selection of seats when you book a ticket. The airline will give you another window to select seats. You can WestJet select seats when check-in opens. Even if you do not select a seat in advance, the airline will dutifully allot you a seat. But selecting a seat will be necessary under the situations where you want more comfort.

• Priority boarding - Selecting an extended comfort seat or exit row seat will give you priority boarding.
• Location - Extended comfort seats are located in the front section.
• Legroom - Extended comfort seats give you more legroom.

What are the Charges for Selecting a Seat on WestJet?

You will be charged up to $180 if seat selection is not included in your ticket. Westjet charge for seat selection is assessed with 2 criteria: a) type of ticket you hold and b) route you are flying. Take a look at the table given below for a simpler understanding.

If you want to WestJet pick seats, all options will be sent to you on the itinerary email you get. For any assistance, you can call the airline or Air1Network on +1-(888)-937-8538 or +1-844-414-9223.