Kenya Airways & WestJet Partnership

A groundbreaking interline partnership between Kenya Airways and WestJet has taken flight, promising exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. This collaboration, launched on July 24, 2025, bridges the gap between Africa and North America, offering seamless travel experiences and expanding market reach for travel professionals across the continent.

This strategic alliance allows passengers to book a single ticket for itineraries spanning both airlines' networks, simplifying the travel process and enhancing convenience. Through-checked baggage further streamlines the journey, eliminating the hassle of multiple check-ins and baggage claims. This integrated approach is a game-changer for African travel agents, enabling them to create more appealing and user-friendly travel packages.

WestJet customers now gain access to Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, and a gateway to 35 destinations across Africa via Kenya Airways’ extensive network. This opens doors to a diverse range of experiences, from exploring East Africa’s stunning wildlife to discovering the cultural richness of West and Southern Africa. For African travel agents, this expanded access translates to a wider array of product offerings and the potential to tap into new markets.

Conversely, Kenya Airways passengers can now seamlessly connect to four major Canadian cities: Calgary, Halifax, St. John’s, and Toronto. From these hubs, WestJet’s network unlocks access to 69 destinations across North America, including key business and leisure centers in the United States and Mexico. This enhanced connectivity empowers African travel agents to cater to the growing demand for North American travel, offering their clients a wider choice of destinations and itineraries.

The partnership leverages key international hubs to facilitate smooth connections. Travelers can transit through major European gateways like Paris, Amsterdam, and London (Heathrow and Gatwick), as well as New York (JFK), ensuring efficient and convenient transfers. This strategic use of established hubs simplifies travel logistics for agents, allowing them to focus on crafting personalized and memorable travel experiences.

The Kenya Airways-WestJet partnership is poised to significantly impact the African travel market. By streamlining travel between two continents, it opens up new avenues for both business and leisure travel. African travel agents are uniquely positioned to capitalize on this opportunity, offering their clients seamless access to a wider range of destinations and creating bespoke travel packages that cater to diverse interests.

Kenya Airways, a leading African carrier, is actively expanding its network and enhancing its services. The airline recently added a Boeing 737-800 to its fleet, with another expected later this year, as part of its ambitious five-year plan to double its fleet size. This commitment to growth reinforces Kenya Airways’ position as a key player in the African aviation market, providing reliable and efficient travel options for passengers.

WestJet, renowned for its extensive North American network, is also strategically expanding its reach. The airline has recently added new routes to U.S. destinations, further strengthening its presence in the North American market. This ongoing expansion provides Kenya Airways passengers with even more options for exploring North America, enhancing the value proposition for African travel agents.

The Kenya Airways-WestJet partnership is more than just an interline agreement; it’s a strategic alliance that strengthens ties between Africa and North America. For African travel agents, this collaboration represents a significant opportunity to expand their businesses, offer their clients unparalleled travel options, and contribute to the growth of the African travel industry.

This partnership is expected to stimulate travel demand between the two continents, benefiting both airlines and the wider travel ecosystem. By simplifying the booking process, enhancing connectivity, and offering seamless travel experiences, Kenya Airways and WestJet are empowering African travel agents to unlock new markets and create unforgettable journeys for their clients.