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WestJet
Business Class
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Seat TypePremium Recliner
Bed LengthN/A (Recliner)
Config2-2
Seat Width20 inches
ScreenVaries
The Verdict
Is WestJet Business Class worth it?
WestJet Business is a solid, no-alliance option that shines brightest on its Boeing 787 Dreamliner routes to Europe, where lie-flat seats with direct aisle access rival many legacy carriers at a often lower price point. The catch is fleet inconsistency: WestJet's domestic and transborder 737 MAX 'Business' cabin is a recliner-style seat with no lie-flat capability, which can disappoint travelers expecting a true long-haul product. For transatlantic flyers booking the 787, it's a genuinely competitive option; for short-haul North American routes, it's more of a comfortable premium economy than a true business class.
Why We Love It
- ●Lie-flat seats with direct aisle access on 787 Dreamliner international routes
- ●Calgary hub offers a dedicated WestJet Elevation Lounge with regional dining and shower suites
- ●Generally lower fares than legacy carriers for comparable transatlantic business class seats
- ●Friendly, Canadian-style service consistently praised across both fleet types
Considerations
Always check your aircraft type before booking — WestJet's 787 'Business' bears little resemblance to its 737 MAX namesake, and only the widebody product includes true lie-flat seating. For the best experience, prioritize direct 787 routes from Calgary to London Gatwick, Paris, Rome, or Dublin rather than connecting itineraries that may involve a narrowbody segment.
Cabin Blueprint
The Hard Product
Configuration2-2
Bed LengthN/A (Recliner)
Seat Width20 inches
EntertainmentVaries
Onboard Experience
On WestJet's 787 Dreamliner, Business cabin passengers get a 1-2-1 configuration lie-flat seat with direct aisle access, personal seatback entertainment, and multi-course dining service with Canadian wine selections, plus a pre-departure beverage and amenity kit on longer sectors. Meal service typically includes a choice of hot entrées, a cheese course, and dessert, with menus rotated seasonally to reflect regional Canadian ingredients. On 737 MAX narrowbody aircraft used for domestic and transborder routes, the Business cabin is a 2-2 recliner seat (not lie-flat) with enhanced meal and beverage service, priority boarding, and access to WestJet Connect streaming entertainment to personal devices rather than fixed seatback screens on many aircraft. Service throughout the fleet is warm and efficiently paced, consistent with WestJet's Canadian hospitality reputation, though the widebody international product delivers a noticeably more elevated experience than the narrowbody domestic cabin. Wi-Fi is available fleet-wide through WestJet Connect, with speed and reliability improving on newer aircraft.
737 MAX
Premium Recliner
Canadian Hospitality
Wide Network
Ground Experience
Plaza Premium Lounge and Escape Lounges
WestJet does not operate its own branded business class lounge network. Premium (business class) passengers typically get access to Plaza Premium Lounge locations, such as at Calgary (YYC) and Toronto Pearson (YYZ), through WestJet's partnerships. In other cities without a dedicated partner lounge, WestJet premium passengers may not have complimentary lounge access, or access is offered via Priority Pass or airport-specific arrangements depending on the route and terminal.
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Review last updated: January 2026
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Common Questions
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Everything you need to know about flying WestJet Business Class.
Is WestJet business class worth the price?▼
On 787 Dreamliner routes to Europe, yes — the lie-flat seat, direct aisle access, and multi-course dining offer strong value relative to legacy transatlantic carriers. On domestic and transborder 737 MAX routes, the recliner-style seat is more of a premium economy experience, so value depends heavily on which aircraft and route you're booking.
What seat type does WestJet business class use?▼
On the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, WestJet uses a 1-2-1 configuration lie-flat seat with direct aisle access for every passenger. On 737 MAX narrowbody aircraft used for domestic and transborder flights, Business class consists of a 2-2 recliner seat with extra recline and legroom but no lie-flat function.
What lounges can I access with WestJet business class?▼
Business class passengers get access to the WestJet Elevation Lounge at Calgary International Airport (YYC), which offers regional dining, a bar, and shower suites. At other airports, WestJet typically partners with Plaza Premium Lounges or similar third-party facilities for eligible premium passengers.
How does WestJet compare to competitors?▼
WestJet's 787 Business cabin competes reasonably well with Air Canada's Signature Class and offers a similar lie-flat, direct-aisle-access product, often at a lower fare. However, it lacks the global lounge network and elite status reciprocity of alliance carriers like Star Alliance (Air Canada) or oneworld/SkyTeam members, since WestJet is not part of a major alliance.
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