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Fuel Surcharge

 

We value your business and aim to provide exceptional cargo services. To ensure reliable and viable operations, we apply a fuel surcharge. This will address the fluctuating global jet fuel prices. Adding a fuel surcharge will allow us to transparently manage incremental operational costs.

For shipments originating from Japan and South Korea, the fuel charge mechanism is regulated by the government and does not follow the methodology outlined below. For more information, please contact the local GSA. Contact information can be found on the Meet Our Sales Team page.

 

Effective March 26, 2026, fuel surcharge applicable based on the applicable CAD exchange rate.

CurrencyShort Haul (per kg)Long Haul (per kg)
CAD0.300.60
 USD0.220.44
EUR0.180.36
GBP0.150.31

 

 

Effective June 18, 2026, fuel surcharge applicable based on the applicable CAD exchange rate.

CurrencyShort Haul (per kg)Long Haul (per kg)
CAD0.250.50
 USD0.180.36
EUR0.150.31
GBP0.130.27

 

 

IATA Jet Fuel Price Monitor for North America

WeekUSD per barrel
25-May to 29-May-26142.25
01-Jun to 05-Jun-26147.79


Domestic Kennel Fuel Surcharge Rate

All domestic kennels are subject to a fuel surcharge flat fee of $30.00 per AWB. Effective June 18, 2026 the fee will be updated to $25.00 per AWB.

This is applicable to only non-account holders of WestJet Cargo. Account holders will have a fuel surcharge based on chargeable weight.

O&D Haul Overview

  • Short Haul

    OriginDestination
    CanadaCanada
    United States
    South and Latin America
    United States
    Canada
    South and Latin America
    South and Latin AmericaCanada
    United States
  • Long Haul

    OriginDestination
    CanadaAsia and Middle East
    Europe
     United StatesAsia and Middle East
    Europe
    South and Latin AmericaAsia and Middle East
    Europe
    Asia and Middle EastAll
    EuropeAll

Step 1

Fuel Price Observation & Fuel Surcharge Determination

  • Based on IATA Jet Fuel Price Monitor for North America (IATA Website), WestJet Cargo observes the average jet fuel price every two weeks.
  • Each observation will take place on Wednesday to determine the applicable fuel surcharge.
  • The surcharge is determined considering flight categorization, distinguishing between short and long-haul flights, detailed in the O&D Haul Overview.
  • The first bi-weekly cycle review will take place on 18 March 2026 for the two‑week period starting 2 March 2026.

Step 2

Customer Notification & Fuel Surcharge Effective Date

  • Once the fuel surcharge is determined on Wednesday, customer notification will be provided on the same day.
  • The updated fuel surcharge will become effective on the following Thursday after the customer notification.
  • The applicable fuel surcharge applies to all airway bills issued from the effective date onward.

Step 3

Application of Surcharge

  • Incorporate the fuel surcharge as "MYC" under other charges on the WestJet airway bill.
  • Calculate the fuel surcharge based on the chargeable weight of shipments.
  • Apply the fuel surcharge to all product types, weight breaks, and rate types, including published, contracts, and spot rates.
  • Fuel surcharge is determined in CAD and adjusted to the currency of origin based on the exchange rate.

Yes, fuel surcharge are a standard practice in the air cargo industry, addressing the fluctuating nature of aviation jet fuel costs. 

We are honoring our commitment to all-in pricing up to USD 100 per barrel, upon which the IATA summer season pricing was based. While some providers might raise the “all-in” rates to accommodate these increased fuel costs, WestJet Cargo takes a different approach. We opt for transparency in our rate calculation methodology; this commitment enables us to offer a stable cargo service while being upfront about the factors influencing cost.

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