Quantcast

WestJet expands international operations using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

Spirit Airlines to add Detroit nonstop flight out of Bradley International Airport
Major airline to launch new direct flights from Scotland to North America
Qantas’ free international Wi-Fi to switch on from next week
The real reason Southwest is charging for bags now
Air France-KLM in ongoing talks with Air Europa on potential stake, CEO says
Frontier Savagely Shades Southwest After They Eliminated Longstanding Free Bag Policy, Sparking Backlash
Frontier Wants You to 'Divorce Your Old Airline' After Southwest Changes
Delta named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies for sustainability initiatives
Passengers escape fiery American Airlines jet in Denver
Delta, American Dive On Slashed Outlooks; But Two Airlines Rally
Competitors are circling Southwest after the airline announced it's going to start charging for checked bags
Exclusive: Dominican Low-Cost Carrier Arajet Wants to Disrupt NYC Market
Boeing deliveries rise 63% in February from a year earlier
Transportation Secretary Duffy Lays Out 10 Ways the FAA Is Working to Upgrade Air Traffic Control and Make Flying Safer
EasyJet pilot Paul Elsworth suspended after flying too close to mountain
Delta Air Lines bets on ‘blended-wing’ flight to reduce emissions
Europe's airlines pivot to bite size M&A deals to limit cost, regulatory burden
Dave Emerson named new CEO of Virgin Australia, replacing Jayne Hrdlicka
Ryanair DELAYS controversial new boarding pass rule to avoid summer chaos
FAA Orders Inspection, Replacement of 737NG Engine Parts
Spirit Adds New Airport, Three Routes
Delta crash passengers should take the $30,000 payment, their lawyers say. Here’s why.
Budget airline launches new cheap flights to one of the UK’s top winter sun destinations
Brazilian airline Azul to go 'back to basics' after challenging 2024
Airlines cancel flights as air travel to ‘grind to complete halt’ this week ahead of major strike action in Europe
Dramatic moment American Airlines plane diverted to Rome is escorted by fighter jets after mid-air bomb threat
Jetstar Faces Major Backlash as Nationwide System Outage Causes Travel Chaos, Stranding Passengers and Disrupting Flights Across the Australian Airline Industry
Sudden oil supply outages creating turbulence for airline industry
Southwest's layoffs dent its worker-first culture
Abu Dhabi's long-haul carrier Etihad Airways sees record $476 million profit in 2024
WestJet expands international operations using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
Policy
Webp johnw
John Weatherill, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at WestJet Group | Official Website

WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, operates a fleet of over 130 aircraft to more than 100 global destinations. The majority of WestJet's fleet consists of narrowbody Boeing 737s, but its widebody operations rely on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The airline took delivery of its first Dreamliner in January 2019 and now has seven in its fleet.

Each Boeing 787-9 can accommodate up to 320 passengers across three classes: business, premium economy, and economy. Business class features lie-flat beds and personalized dining options. Premium economy offers recliner seats with included meals and beverages, while economy provides complimentary hot meals and drinks.

WestJet was recently recognized as a Four Star Major Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Colleen Tynan, Vice President of Experience Management at WestJet, commented on the award: "What makes this award so important is that it is voted on by guests... We have been focused on improving guest service."

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

The airline's Boeing 787-9s mainly operate from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to destinations in Europe and Asia, including London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Tokyo Narita, among others. In winter months, these aircraft also serve popular routes to Mexico and Hawaii.

John Weatherill, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at WestJet Group stated: "Our 787 winter schedule reflects the growing demand for year-round international options for business and leisure travellers from our global hub in Calgary."

WestJet competes with Air Canada and Air Transat in the Canadian market. While Air Canada also uses Boeing 787-9s for international flights, Air Transat relies on Airbus models for its operations.

Calgary International Airport experienced record traffic in 2024 with over 18.9 million passengers. WestJet plans further growth at this hub with a capacity increase of 11% in 2025 compared to the previous year.

Daniel Fajardo, Vice President of Network and Schedule Planning at WestJet said regarding new routes: “Service between Calgary and Mexico City opens the door for more Western Canadians to explore Mexico’s vibrant culture..."

Organizations Included in this History
More News

Star Alliance has been named the World's Best Airline Alliance at the 2025 Skytrax Awards.

Jul 12, 2025

SAS and Air France have applied for a codeshare network covering ten U.S. destinations, including New York's JFK and Los Angeles' LAX.

Jul 12, 2025

Aviation analytics firm Cirium has released its June 2025 On-Time Performance (OTP) report, which analyzes global punctuality trends among airlines and airports.

Jul 12, 2025

United Airlines is set to resume flights to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport on July 21, 2025.

Jul 12, 2025

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport experienced significant growth in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic passenger numbers.

Jul 12, 2025

Emirates' fleet currently includes 253 widebody aircraft, with the addition of eight Airbus A350-900s.

Jul 12, 2025