Saudia has concluded a partnership agreement with Canadian carrier WestJet, one of the airlines in North America, to strengthen the existing cooperation between the two airlines and expand the options available to Saudia customers wishing to travel between North America and the Middle East.
The agreement was signed by Saudia's Chief Commercial Officer, Arved von zur Muehlen, and WestJet's Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, John Weatherill, according to a post on Saudia's LinkedIn account.
Under the partnership, Saudia customers can book a single ticket covering flights across the two airlines' networks, with the ability to complete travel procedures in a single step and collect their baggage directly at the final destination, ensuring greater comfort and ease of travel. Tickets will be available through travel agents and approved online platforms.
The agreement strengthens Saudia's presence in the Canadian market through WestJet's operations hub at Toronto Pearson International Airport, giving travelers access to a wider network of destinations within Canada.
For his part, Arved von zur Muehlen, Chief Commercial Officer of Saudia, said Saudia is keen to strengthen international air connectivity and increase its destinations through strategic stations around the world.
He stressed the importance of the partnership with WestJet, which reflects the commitment to "providing more destinations for our customers through new international stations, as Canada is now closer than ever, and we offer a seamless journey through which travelers can explore the Kingdom."
John Weatherill, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of WestJet, said the partnership with Saudia represents "an important step toward expanding global air connectivity for our travelers."
He stressed that the agreement not only provides WestJet customers with a seamless transfer within a single journey to Saudia's extensive global network, but also strengthens tourism and business ties.
Saudia continues to expand its global network, currently serving more than 100 destinations on 4 continents, backed by a modern fleet of 147 aircraft, and, as part of its expansion plans, is preparing to boost its operational capacity by taking delivery of 118 new aircraft in the coming years.
To view the post on Saudia's LinkedIn account, click here.
