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WestJet introduces unaccompanied minor program
WestJet has announced details of a new unaccompanied minor programme, launched following feedback from guests wanting a service that allows children to travel alone.
The program has already begun, meaning that children between the ages of eight and 11 can travel with WestJet without a parent or guardian – the programme is also optional for children aged 12 to 17. Restrictions apply to a child's eligibility and full details can be found at westjet.com/childrenstravelprogram
"The unaccompanied minor program will help connect families around our domestic network, help us remain competitive and contribute to our friendly and caring brand," said Bob Cummings, WestJet's executive VP of sales, marketing and guest experience. "We are excited to offer this program to the travelling public and look forward to welcoming these little guests on board in the very near future."
Under the unaccompanied minor program, a fee of US$100 per child, per flight, will be added to the fare paid. For this fee, the child will remain in the care of "WestJetters" from the time they board the aircraft until they are met by a parent or guardian on arrival. On flights with live seatback televisions, unaccompanied minors will receive a set of regular earbuds. On routes with a buy-on-board service, children will also receive a free sandwich or other buy-on-board items.
WestJet will accept unaccompanied minors on WestJet-operated domestic flights that are non-stop or flights that do not require a change of aircraft. This service is not available on connecting flights, flights operated by code-share or interline partners, or on WestJet Vacations and WestJet Vacations Group bookings.
WestJet's guardian fare program, which allows a guardian to accompany a child on their flight, will remain available for booking and can be used for flights that do not qualify under the unaccompanied minor program.
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