Qatar Airways and WestJet Start Codeshare Across Canada
Qatar Airways now puts its code on WestJet flights from Toronto and Montreal, and Qatar Airways is growing to 14 weekly flights in Canada, according to two outlets.
Qatar Airways and WestJet have launched a codeshare partnership. Travel Daily News and Loyalty Lobby both reported the news. A codeshare means one airline sells seats on a flight run by another airline.
Qatar Airways will add its code to WestJet flights that leave from Toronto and Montreal. John's and Winnipeg.
Travel Daily News reported that the deal widens links across Canada through Toronto and Montreal. It also said Qatar Airways is raising its Canadian service to 14 weekly flights.
Loyalty Lobby said it is not clear if WestJet will also put its code on Qatar Airways flights. The outlet added that such deals are usually two-way. This point is not confirmed in the notes.
What it means for travelers
Travelers going to Canada with Qatar Airways may find more ways to reach cities beyond Toronto and Montreal. They may be able to book one trip that combines both airlines. This can make planning a long journey simpler.
What to watch next
Before you book, check with Qatar Airways or WestJet to confirm which flights carry the shared code, and how bags and tickets work on a trip with both airlines.
How the story unfolded
- Loyalty Lobby Qatar Airways & WestJet Launch Codeshare Partnership
Read the original reporting
- Travel Daily News – Qatar Airways and WestJet expand Canadian connectivity through new codeshare partnership ↗
- Loyalty Lobby – Qatar Airways & WestJet Launch Codeshare Partnership ↗
Quick questions
What happened?
Qatar Airways now puts its code on WestJet flights from Toronto and Montreal, and Qatar Airways is growing to 14 weekly flights in Canada, according to two outlets.
How does this affect trips to Canada?
Travelers going to Canada with Qatar Airways may find more ways to reach cities beyond Toronto and Montreal. They may be able to book one trip that combines both airlines. This can make planning a long journey simpler.
What should I do now?
Before you book, check with Qatar Airways or WestJet to confirm which flights carry the shared code, and how bags and tickets work on a trip with both airlines.
Which outlets reported this?
This brief is based on reporting from Travel Daily News and Loyalty Lobby. Links to the original stories are listed on this page.
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