WestJet Leads All North American Airlines in Q2 On-Time Performance

WestJet has secured a place among the world’s most on-time airlines for the second month in a row. 

Earning back-to-back accolades in the Cirium On-Time Performance Report, WestJet was the most on-time airline in North America for the month of June and the entirety of Q2. As well, WestJet was recognized as the 6th most on-time airline amongst all major global airlines.

“Leading North America in on-time performance for all of Q2 is a testament to the focus and commitment of WestJetters across our operation,” said Safa Yamach, VP, Operations Planning & Performance. 

“While these rankings are an important benchmark, what matters most is what they represent for our guests: a more reliable travel experience. From investing in our systems and processes to completing major fleet initiatives ahead of schedule, WestJetters are building a stronger, more resilient operation that is delivering measurable results.”

WestJet completed nearly 17,000 flights in June, with 86.4 per cent arriving on time – almost four percentage points ahead of the next highest-ranked North American carrier. Combined with a completion factor of 99.43 per cent, the results demonstrate a consistently reliable operation. WestJet’s June results cap a strong quarter for the airline, with on-time performance steadily improving throughout the spring.

Completes 180-seat Retrofit Ahead of Schedule

WestJet’s operations teams completed the retrofit of its remaining Boeing 737 aircraft (previously configured with 180 seats) ahead of schedule. 

The project standardized the airline’s narrowbody fleet, reducing complexity in day-to-day operations. 

The airline says that completing the retrofit ahead of the peak summer travel season positions it to deliver a more consistent guest experience while supporting operational reliability and on-time performance. The project was originally planned to be completed this fall.