WestJet airline offers travelers the WestJet Rewards loyalty program. Members can earn and use WestJet dollars through this program, and enjoy a wide range of benefits.
The spending thresholds for the Silver, Gold and Platinum levels will undergo major changes, effective January 1, 2025, as indicated on the WestJet website.
Here are the new spending thresholds:
For example, Silver members will have to spend $4,000, instead of $3,000, to maintain their status.
However, the airline has indicated on its website that if you reach one of these three levels during 2024, you will continue to enjoy your benefits in 2025.
WestJet has also modified its boarding zones, effective January 15, 2025:
WestJet has also announced the removal of several rows from the Zone 2 boarding call. Guests will now board in zones 3 to 9.
Premium members will still have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary upgrades before check-in and at the gate, the airline said.
Beginning January 15, 2025, WestJet will expand eligibility for free upgrades with the following:
WestJet will also be introducing a new spending threshold, offering the chance to earn rewards starting at $2,000.
You can choose the reward of your choice, according to your needs:
From $8,000 and up, you’ll have a choice of the following rewards:
From now on, all companion vouchers issued as threshold rewards will be valid for two years.
In addition, WestJet has clarified that Gold and Platinum members will also be able to combine two companion vouchers on the same booking.
One of the best ways to earn WestJet dollars on your everyday spending is with the RBC Avion Visa Infinite Card or the RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege Card.
You’ll be able to collect Avion points and transfer them to WestJet Rewards. And take advantage of RBC offers that will allow you to earn points faster with certain brands.
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