WestJet announces UltraBasic fare with no carry-ons, no seat choice and no points

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WestJet announces UltraBasic fare with no carry-ons, no seat choice and no points
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Westjet flight at Montreal-Trudeau Airport on April 24, 2023.

WestJet announced that it has introduced an ultra low-cost fare — and if you like carry-ons, seat choice and earning points, there's a catch.WestJet announced that it has introduced an ultra low-cost fare — and if you like carry-ons, seat choice and earning points, there's a catch. WestJet announced that it has introduced an ultra low-cost fare — and if you like carry-ons, seat choice and earning points, there's a catch.

Carry-on bags aren't permitted unless a passenger is on a transatlantic or transpacific flight, or bought the airline's extended comfort option, the email said. Going UltraBasic also means you won't earn WestJet points for that flight through the airline's rewards program. "We believe these changes will help us continue to provide competitive air travel options while focusing on operational excellence," the email said.

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