WestJet and Saudia Announce Interline Partnership
by Marsha Mowers
The agreement was signed by Arved von zur Muehlen, Chief Commercial Officer at Saudia, and John Weatherill, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer at WestJet.
WestJet has announced a new interline partnership with Saudia, giving travellers single-connection access to Jeddah via Toronto and to Jeddah and Riyadh from London and Paris.
“An interline partnership with Saudia marks a major step forward in expanding global connectivity for our guests,” said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer said in a release.
“This agreement not only provides WestJet guests with seamless single-connection access to Saudia’s extensive global network but also strengthens inbound tourism and business links. Together, WestJet and Saudia are creating more convenient and diverse travel options for guests on both sides, fostering stronger connections and collaboration across continents.”
The partnership allows guests to book a single ticket with a connected itinerary between WestJet and Saudia’s networks with single point check-in and through-checked bags.
Arved von zur Muehlen, Chief Commercial Officer at Saudia, said, “We value the partnership with WestJet, it reflects Saudia’s commitment to offer our guests more destinations through key international gateways. Canada is now closer than ever, and we are also offering a seamless journey for travellers from Canada to explore Saudi Arabia and experience its unique culture, heritage, and hospitality.”
