Booked with Sunwing? You'll now be flying WestJet; here's what's changing
Starting May 30, 2025, all
Sunwing Vacations
customers will now fly on WestJet-operated flights as part of a new travel update from the tour company. This shift is part of Sunwing's integration into the
WestJet
Group. The change affects all new and existing Sunwing
vacation packages
booked for travel starting May 29.
What does it mean for travellers?
Canadians booking their summer getaways through Sunwing Vacations will now fly exclusively on WestJet aircraft instead of Sunwing's own planes. This also applies to customers who have already booked trips for dates from May 30 onward.
Vacation package prices and booking procedures have not changed. Travellers can still book packages online, through travel agents, or over the phone.
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Where can you go?
The updated vacation packages include flights to 13 sunny destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean, such as
Cancun
, Puerto Vallarta, Punta Cana,
Montego Bay
,
Cayo Coco
, and many more.
Flights will depart from major Canadian cities, including Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver.
What customers should know?
Travel Dates: All bookings for trips on or after May 30, 2025, are affected.
Flight Operations: WestJet will now operate Flights, not
Sunwing Airlines
.
Customer Service: Sunwing remains the primary contact for vacation bookings, cancellations, and support.
Booking Channels: No change in how to book, customers can use the Sunwing website, mobile app, or partner travel agencies.
Why the Change?
This move is part of Sunwing's full integration into the WestJet Group, following the federal approval in 2023. The goal is to streamline travel operations and offer better connectivity for Canadian travellers.
WestJet and Sunwing say they will continue to work together to make the transition easy for customers.
FAQs
Who bought Sunwing Vacations?
WestJet Group acquired Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines in May 2023, combining two major Canadian leisure travel companies to expand their presence and offerings in the market.
What will happen to Sunwing Vacations?
Sunwing Vacations will continue operating as a travel brand, providing vacation packages while all flights now operate on WestJet aircraft, offering a unified travel experience under WestJet's management.
Is Sunwing merging with WestJet?
Yes, Sunwing Airlines has been fully integrated into WestJet's mainline operations as of May 2025, ending Sunwing Airlines as a separate airline. The merger strengthens WestJet's leisure travel market presence.
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