Boeing 737-8 MAX

Back to Home
Home
Back to Our aircraft
Our aircraft
Back to Boeing 737-8 MAX
Boeing 737-8 MAX

Our flagship aircraft

Boeing 737-8 MAX

As our most fuel-efficient aircraft yet, the Boeing 737-8 MAX plays an instrumental role in our fleet, transporting up to 189 guests at a time safely and efficiently. The sustainability and comfort of this aircraft make it ideal for domestic, transborder, and international flying to popular destinations

Environmentally sustainable

Delivering approximately 13 per cent more fuel efficiency than the Boeing 737 Next-Generation aircraft, the efficiencies built into the 737-8 MAX aircraft help us minimize fuel and operating costs, reduce emissions and maximize efficiency through added guest capacity, enabling WestJet to carry more guests with less aircraft per route.

Spacious seating and interior storage

The Boeing 737-8 MAX is built to maximize efficiency with more overhead bin space, making it easier for guests to comfortably store carry-on luggage. The Boeing Sky Interior is designed to create a more spacious and comfortable feel with flowing curves and full-length sculpted walls.

Quieter engine

The Boeing 737-8 MAX is uniquely configured to optimize guest comfort, with quiet engine technology used to reduce engine noise by up to 40 per cent as compared to the Boeing Next-Generation 737.

Strategic player

A key pillar of the WestJet Group’s strategy is leveraging the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft as a driver of growth. WestJet’s fleet includes a total of 32 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, with another 62 on order. With a focus on domestic, transborder and sun-flying capacity, the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are an integral part of WestJet’s future.

Specifications

Seat map of 737-8 MAX layout 1. Seat information available in table below

Inflight services

✔ In-seat 120V AC power, USB-A sockets

✔ Food and beverages (offering varies by destination, flight duration

✔ Inflight entertainment on WestJet Connect (via your smartphone, tablet or laptop)

✔ Wi-Fi access (for a fee)

Discover our inflight experience

WestJet Connect available

Use the WestJet App to access WestJet Connect, your portal to endless on-demand entertainment options: Movies, TV shows, music, LinkedIn Learning courses and more.

Download our free app on your iPhone, iPad or Android today.

Quantity of standard economy seats	126
Row location of standard economy seats	Rows 8 to 12 ABC DEF Rows 15 to 30 ABC DEF
Standard economy cabin seat pitch¹	76 cm / 30 in
Standard economy seat width	45 cm / 17.6 in standard²
Standard economy seat recline	5 cm / 2 in standard³
Quantity of Extended Comfort seats	24
Row location of Extended Comfort seats	Rows 4 to 7 ABC DEF
Extended Comfort seat pitch	91 cm / 36 in (row 4) 89 cm / 35 in (rows 5, 6) 86 cm / 34 in (row 7)
Extended Comfort seat width	45 cm / 17.6 in
Extended Comfort seat recline	10 cm / 4 in (row 4) 7.6 cm / 3 in (row 5) 5 cm / 2 in (rows 6, 7)
Quantity of exit row economy seats	12
Row location of exit row economy seats	Rows 13 to 14 ABC DEF
Exit row economy seat pitch	97 cm / 38 in
Exit row economy seat width	43 cm / 16.8 in
Exit row economy seat recline	5 cm / 2 in (row 14) No recline in row 13
Quantity of premium seats	12
Row location of premium seats	Rows 1 to 3 AC DF
Premium seat pitch	Row 1 faces bulkhead 97 cm / 38 in (rows 2, 3)
Premium seat width	65 cm / 25.7 in
Premium seat recline	13 cm / 5 in
In-seat power (all cabins/seats)	120V AC power; USB-A sockets

Seat pitch is the distance from the back of each seat to the back of the seat behind it. More seat pitch usually equates to more legroom
Some seat widths vary from 40 cm / 15.7 in wide to 43 cm / 16.8 in wide
Seats in row 12, 30 do not recline

Minimum aisle width	42 cm / 16.7 in
Movable aisle armrest locations	Rows 1 to 3 AC DF Rows 5 to 30 ABC DEF
Wheelchair-accessible lavatory	Not available
Braille and raised character row markers	Not available
Onboard wheelchair	Available
Assist handle in lavatories	Yes
Seat belt extenders	Available
Baby change table	Available
Baby bassinets	Not available

See also

Guest capacity	174
Economy cabin capacity	162
Economy cabin seat configuration	3x3
Premium cabin capacity	12
Premium cabin seat configuration	2x2
Lavatories	3 (1 at the front, 2 at the back)
Engine	CFM LEAP-1B
Cruise speed	850 kph / 530 mph / 460 kts
Maximum altitude	12,500 m / 41,000 ft
Range	6,480 km / 4,028 mi
Aircraft length	39.5 m / 129 ft 8 in
Tail height	12.3 m / 40 ft 4 in
Wingspan	35.9 m / 117 ft 10 in

Seat map of 737-8 MAX layout 2. Seat information available in table below

Inflight services

✔ Food and beverages (offering varies by destination, flight duration)

Discover our inflight experience

Limited services

Our 737-8 MAX aircraft layout 2 is not equipped with in-seat AC power or USB sockets, WestJet Connect or in-flight Wi-Fi.

Quantity of standard economy seats	159
Row location of standard economy seats	Row 4 ABC¹ Row 5 to 32 ABC DEF
Standard economy cabin seat pitch²	76 cm / 30 in standard³
Standard economy seat width	44 cm / 17.2 in standard⁴
Standard economy seat recline	5 cm / 2 in standard⁵
Quantity of exit row economy seats	12
Row location of exit row economy seats	Rows 15 to 16 ABC DEF
Exit row economy seat pitch	97 cm / 38 in
Exit row economy seat width	43 cm / 16.8 in
Exit row economy seat recline	5 cm / 2 in (row 16) No recline in row 15
Quantity of premium seats	12
Row location of premium seats	Rows 1 to 3 AC DF⁶
Premium seat width	65 cm / 25.7 in
Premium seat pitch	Row 1 faces bulkhead 74 cm / 29 in (row 2) 76 cm / 30 in (row 3)
Premium seat recline	13 cm / 5 in

Row 4 on left side only
Seat pitch is the distance from the back of each seat to the back of the seat behind it. More seat pitch usually equates to more legroom
Some Economy seat pitches vary from 74 cm / 29 in
Some Economy seat widths vary from 41 cm / 16 in wide to 43 cm / 16.8 in wide
Seats in rows 14, 32 do not recline
Blocked middle seat

Minimum aisle width	41 cm / 16.1 in
Movable aisle armrest locations	Rows 2 to 32 ABC DEF
Wheelchair-accessible lavatory	Not available
Braille and raised character row markers	Not available
Onboard wheelchair	Available
Assist handle in lavatories	Yes
Seat belt extenders	Available
Baby change table	Available
Baby bassinets	Not available

See also

Guest capacity	183
Quantity of economy cabin seats	171
Economy cabin seat configuration	3x3
Quantity of premium cabin seats	12
Premium cabin seat configuration	2x2 (blocked middle seats)
Lavatories	3 (1 at the front, 2 at the back)
Engine	CFM LEAP-1B
Cruise speed	850 kph / 530 mph / 460 kts
Maximum altitude	12,500 m / 41,000 ft
Range	6,480 km / 4,028 mi
Aircraft length	39.5 m / 129 ft 8 in
Tail height	12.3 m/ 40 ft 4 in
Wingspan	35.9 m/ 117 ft 10 in

Seat map of 737-8 MAX layout 3. Seat information available in table below

Inflight services

✔ Food and beverages (offering varies by destination, flight duration)

Discover our inflight experience

Limited services

Our 737-8 MAX aircraft layout 3 is not equipped with in-seat AC power or USB sockets, WestJet Connect or in-flight Wi-Fi.

Quantity of standard economy seats	159
Row location of standard economy seats	Row 4 ABC Rows 5 to 32 ABC DEF
Standard economy cabin seat pitch¹	74 cm / 29 in standard²
Standard economy seat width	42 cm / 16.7 in standard³
Standard economy seat recline	No recline
Quantity of exit row economy seats	12
Row location of exit row economy seats	Rows 15 to 16 ABC DEF
Exit row economy seat pitch	97 cm / 38 in
Exit row economy seat width	42 cm / 16.7 in
Exit row economy seat recline	No recline
Quantity of premium seats	12
Row location of premium seats⁴	Row 1 AC DF Row 2 AC DF Row 3 AC DF
Premium seat width	42 cm / 16.7 in
Premium seat pitch	Row 1 faces bulkhead Rows 2 & 3 AC 74 cm / 29 in Rows 2 & 3 DF 76 cm / 30 in
Premium seat recline	No recline

Seat pitch is the distance from the back of each seat to the back of the seat behind it. More seat pitch usually equates to more legroom
Some Economy seat pitches vary from 71 cm / 28 in to 76 cm / 30 in
Some Economy seat widths vary: 41 cm / 16.3 in wide
Blocked middle seat

Minimum aisle width	41 cm / 16.3 in1¹
Movable aisle armrest locations	Rows 2 to 32 ABC DEF
Wheelchair-accessible lavatory	Not available
Braille and raised character row markers	Not available
Onboard wheelchair	Available
Assist handle in lavatories	Yes
Seat belt extenders	Available
Baby change table	Available
Baby bassinets	Not available

1. Aisle width ranges from 41 cm / 16.3 in to 45 cm / 17.8 in

See also

Guest capacity	183
Quantity of economy cabin seats	171
Cabin seat configuration	3x3
Quantity of premium cabin seats	12
Premium cabin seat configuration	2x2 (blocked middle seats)
Lavatories	3 (1 at the front, 2 at the back)
Engine	CFM LEAP-1B
Cruise speed	850 kph / 530 mph / 460 kts
Maximum altitude	12,500 m / 41,000 ft
Range	6,480 km / 4,028 mi
Aircraft length	39.5 m / 129 ft 8 in
Tail height	12.3 m/ 40 ft 4 in
Wingspan	35.9 m/ 117 ft 10 in

Seat map of 737-8 MAX layout 4. Seat information available in table below

Inflight services

✔ Food and beverages (offering varies by destination, flight duration)

Discover our inflight experience

Limited services

Our 737-8 MAX aircraft layout 4 is not equipped with in-seat AC power or USB sockets, WestJet Connect or in-flight Wi-Fi.

Quantity of standard economy seats	159
Row location of standard economy seats	Row 4 DEF Rows 5 to 14 ABC DEF Rows 17 to 32 ABC DEF
Standard economy cabin seat pitch¹	74 cm / 29 in standard²
Standard economy seat width	42 cm / 16.8 in
Standard economy seat recline	No recline
Quantity of exit row economy seats	12
Row location of exit row economy seats	Rows 15 to 16 ABC DEF
Exit row economy seat pitch	97 cm / 38 in
Exit row economy seat width	42 cm / 16.8 in
Exit row economy seat recline	No recline
Quantity of premium seats	12
Row location of premium seats³	Row 1 AC DF Row 2 AC DF Row 3 AC DF
Premium seat width	42 cm / 16.8 in
Premium seat pitch	Row 1 faces bulkhead 81 cm / 32 in (Row 2 & 3)
Premium seat recline	No recline

Seat pitch is the distance from the back of each seat to the back of the seat behind it. More seat pitch usually equates to more legroom
Some Economy seat pitches vary from 74 cm / 29 in to 84 cm / 33 in
Blocked middle seats

Minimum aisle width	41 cm / 16.1 in⁴
Movable aisle armrest locations	Rows 2 to 32 ABC DEF
Wheelchair-accessible lavatory	Not available
Braille and raised character row markers	Not available
Onboard wheelchair	Available
Assist handle in lavatories	Yes
Seat belt extenders	Available
Baby change table	Available
Baby bassinets	Not available

4. Aisle width ranges from 41 cm / 16.1 in to 43 cm / 16.9 in

See also

Guest capacity	183
Quantity of economy cabin seats	171
Cabin seat configuration	3x3
Quantity of premium cabin seats	12
Premium cabin seat configuration	2x2 (blocked middle seats)
Lavatories	3 (1 at the front, 2 at the back)
Engine	CFM LEAP-1B
Cruise speed	850 kph / 530 mph / 460 kts
Maximum altitude	12,500 m / 41,000 ft
Range	6,480 km / 4,028 mi
Aircraft length	39.5 m / 129 ft 8 in
Tail height	12.3 m / 40 ft 4 in
Wingspan	35.9 m/ 117 ft 10 in

WestJet Boeing MAX 8 aircraft taking off from a runway

WestJet Boeing MAX 8 aircraft flying over Canadian Rocky Mountains in the morning

Flight guide

Explore your next aircraft

WestJet’s aircraft are designed with safety, comfort and convenience in mind. Each aircraft offers a unique set of characteristics to meet the needs of our guests, with a range of different offerings onboard each aircraft for different routes. Explore WestJet’s flight guide for more information about our inflight food and beverage offerings, Wi-Fi availability, the WestJet Connect entertainment system, in-seat power and USB availability, plus other in-flight offerings specific to each type of aircraft, cabin and route.

Look up a flight

WestJet flight attendant greeting guest in aircraft

Helpful links

Glad we can help!

All Notifications