In the inaugural episode of Miles Ahead Deep Dives, Josh, Reed, and Daniel from FrugalFlyer.ca delve into the details of the WestJet Companion Voucher, a benefit for members of the WestJet Rewards Loyalty Program.
They explain what WestJet Companion vouchers are, how to earn them primarily through WestJet co-branded credit cards and elite status milestones, and the cost and restrictions associated with them. The episode also covers tips on maximizing the value of these vouchers, their best use cases, and alternative use opportunities for solo travelers.
(00:00) Introduction to Miles Ahead Deep Dives
We’re switching it up with a new series of Miles Ahead, titled “Deep Dives” in which the Frugal Flyer team will go in-depth on one topic in a shorter format. Don’t worry, as we will still be publishing our long-format Miles Ahead episodes as well.
(00:47) What is a WestJet Companion Voucher?
WestJet companion vouchers are an integral piece of the WestJet Rewards program, as they offer a way for couples who travel together to reduce the cost of base fare for the second passenger. This can result in significant savings if you live somewhere that is heavily serviced by WestJet.
- Read More: Everything You Need to Know About WestJet Companion Vouchers
- Read More: WestJet Rewards Loyalty Program
(02:07) How to Obtain WestJet Companion Vouchers
The easiest way to earn a companion voucher is through credit cards, as RBC offers two co-branded WestJet credit cards that provide a companion voucher upon approval, plus another one upon each cardholder’s anniversary. Companion vouchers are also provided through the WestJet Rewards loyalty program to members who spend a set dollar amount on WestJet flights.
- Credit Cards: WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard & WestJet RBC Mastercard
- Read More: WestJet Elite Status Guide
(05:04) The Cost of Using a Companion Voucher
The cost of using the companion voucher depends on how the voucher was earned, where you are flying, and in what fare class. Refer to the table in this article for all the details.
(08:34) Restrictions of Using a Companion Voucher
There are several restrictions that come into play when using a WestJet companion voucher, including they must be used for specific fare classes, can’t be used for WestJet Vacations bookings, and must be used by the person who owns the voucher.
They can also only discount the cost of the base fare, and we always recommend pricing out the trip with and without the companion voucher to see if it is worth applying.
(13:39) Maximizing the Value of Companion Vouchers
If you want to get the most out of your WestJet companion vouchers, target those routes that have the highest base fares and if possible, use them for premium economy redemptions within North America.
(17:32) Frugal Flyer Team: WestJet Companion Voucher Successes
Based in Western Canada, Reed and Josh both use WestJet companion vouchers regularly with great success:
- Reed recently used a companion voucher for an Edmonton to Phoenix round-trip booking in economy class to save $300.
- Josh recently used a companion voucher for an Edmonton to Las Vegas round-trip booking in premium economy class to save $750. See our WestJet Premium Economy review.
(20:27) Converting Companion Vouchers to Lounge Passes
If you don’t have a use for the WestJet companion voucher or are a solo traveler, you can convert one voucher to four airport lounge passes to still receive value.
(23:41) Conclusion
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