WestJet and Saudia Sign Interline Agreement to Enhance International Connectivity to Over 100 Destinations
WestJet and Saudia have announced an interline agreement that will significantly expand international connectivity to over 100 destinations.
WestJet revealed a new interline partnership with Saudia, marking a key milestone in broadening the global reach of both airlines. This agreement will allow passengers to access more than 100 worldwide destinations through seamless connections, underscoring a strategic advancement in route expansion for both carriers.
Direct Access to the Middle East from North America and Europe
The agreement includes one-stop itineraries to Jeddah from Toronto Pearson International Airport, as well as flights to Jeddah and Riyadh from London Heathrow and Paris Charles-de-Gaulle airports. This will provide Canadian and European travelers with greater convenience and efficiency when exploring Middle Eastern destinations.
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John Weatherill, WestJet’s Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, emphasized: “An interline partnership with Saudia represents a significant step in enhancing our passengers’ global connectivity. This agreement not only streamlines access to Saudia’s extensive network but also strengthens inbound tourism and business ties.”
Arved von zur Muehlen, Chief Commercial Officer of Saudia, highlighted the importance of the Canadian market: “We value our partnership with WestJet, which reflects Saudia’s commitment to offering our passengers more destinations through key international gateways. Canada is now closer than ever, and we also provide seamless travel for Canadian travelers to discover Saudi Arabia’s unique culture, heritage, and hospitality.”
Direct Benefits for Passengers
Through this partnership, travelers will enjoy:
- A single ticket for combined itineraries across both airlines.
- One-time check-in from their departure point.
- Checked baggage service through to their final destination.
- Bookings will be available via travel agencies and third-party ticketing platforms.
This agreement reinforces WestJet’s international expansion strategy and solidifies Saudia’s growing role as a bridge between continents.
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