WestJet is offering a deal with non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Canada, starting at just €288 to Halifax. Hand luggage (53 x 38 x 23 cm) and a personal item are included as standard.
The cheapest way to check a 23kg bag is selecting the UltraBasic fare €312 r/t on WestJet’s website, then adding a 23kg hold bag separately for €96. For Delta SkyMiles status customers, at least one suitcase is free even in the lowest fare category. Departures are available in September.
You can also fly one-way in both directions for roughly €160.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to WestJet with your selected flight dates. From there, you can check what OTAs have to offer, as they sell these tickets up to €30 cheaper – but overcharge you on extras like checked bags.
The flights are operated by WestJet using a Boeing 737 Max. There is an average seat pitch of 76 cm in a 3-3 seating arrangement. If that’s not enough for you, there are seats with more legroom available for an additional charge of €70 per direction.
Most European passport holders can stay in Canada for up to 180 days, but you must obtain an electronic travel authorization before your arrival in the country
Search & Book
This deal doesn’t have an expiration date or a minimum or maximum stay. Departures are available in September 2025.
You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on WestJet’s website, but you can find cheaper prices with Skyscanner. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Miles & Points
Tickets are issued in booking class A. Unfortunately, mileage credit is not possible with the UltraBasic fare.
Destination
Information & Tips for Halifax
Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, offers a mix of historic and coastal charm. Key sights include the Halifax Citadel, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and the bustling waterfront boardwalk. Visitors use the Canadian dollar (CAD) for purchases. Prices are generally moderate—comparable to most mid-sized Canadian cities, with meals and accommodations ranging from budget to upscale. Weather can be changeable; summers are mild and pleasant, while winters are cold with snow, so packing appropriately is important.
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