WestJet has become one of the world’s leading operators of long-range Boeing 737 MAX services, using the aircraft to link Canadian cities with destinations across Europe. For aviation enthusiasts, this has created a unique opportunity to see narrowbody Boeing 737s operating routes that would once have been unimaginable.
WestJet’s European 737 MAX Destinations
Here are ten European airports where you can spot WestJet’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet during the 2026 summer season.
- Cardiff Airport, Wales
Perhaps the most unusual destination in WestJet’s transatlantic network.
Launched from Toronto, the Cardiff route provides Wales with a rare direct North American connection.
For enthusiasts, seeing a WestJet Boeing 737 MAX parked on the ramp at Cardiff is something few would have expected just a few years ago.
- Glasgow Airport, Scotland
WestJet has a long history serving Scotland, and Glasgow remains one of its most important destinations.
The airline’s Boeing 737 MAX operations bring Canadian visitors directly into Scotland’s largest city while offering enthusiasts a chance to see transatlantic narrowbody operations in action.
- Edinburgh Airport, Scotland
Another Scottish destination that regularly welcomes WestJet aircraft.
Depending on schedules and seasonal demand, both Boeing 737 MAX and Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft can sometimes be seen operating WestJet services into Edinburgh, making it one of the most interesting UK airports for spotting Canadian carriers.
- Dublin Airport, Ireland
Dublin has become one of the strongest transatlantic airports in Europe.
WestJet’s services from Canada fit neatly into an already impressive lineup of North American operators. The Boeing 737 MAX adds something different to the mix, standing out among the larger Airbus A330s, Boeing 787s and Airbus A350s that dominate many Atlantic routes.
The airport’s spotting locations provide excellent photography opportunities.
- Keflavik Airport, Iceland
Few airports are as well suited to long-range narrowbody operations as Keflavik, sat in the middle of the North Atlantic.
WestJet now serves Iceland from both Edmonton and Winnipeg using Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, making Keflavik one of the best places in Europe to see the type on transatlantic routes.
- Lisbon Airport, Portugal
A new addition to WestJet’s network, Lisbon has quickly become one of the airline’s most interesting destinations.
Operated from Halifax, the route demonstrates the flexibility of the Boeing 737 MAX and opens another gateway between Canada and southern Europe.
- Madrid Airport, Spain
Another new destination served from Halifax.
Madrid is one of Europe’s busiest airports, making WestJet’s Boeing 737 MAX operation stand out even more among the constant stream of Airbus A350s, Boeing 787s and Boeing 777s.
- Copenhagen Airport, Denmark
The Danish capital is another newcomer to WestJet’s European network.
Services from Halifax bring the airline into one of Scandinavia’s busiest aviation hubs and provide enthusiasts with another opportunity to see the Boeing 737 MAX performing flights of over six hours across the Atlantic.
- Ponta Delgada, Azores
One of the most unusual destinations in WestJet’s route map.
Located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores provide an ideal stepping stone between Europe and North America. Ponta Delgada offers spectacular scenery, interesting aircraft movements and a growing reputation among aviation enthusiasts.
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Netherlands
Although not as unusual as some of the other destinations on this list, Amsterdam remains one of the easiest places in Europe to spot WestJet aircraft.
Services from Halifax frequently use Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, while the airport’s huge range of international traffic makes it one of Europe’s premier spotting destinations.
For enthusiasts wanting to add a WestJet MAX to their logbook, Schiphol is one of the most reliable locations.
Why WestJet’s Boeing 737 MAX Flights Matter
WestJet 737 MAX at Amsterdam
The Boeing 737 MAX has transformed what is possible in the transatlantic market.
Rather than requiring hundreds of passengers to fill a widebody aircraft, airlines such as WestJet can operate profitable services between smaller city pairs using a more efficient narrowbody. This has opened routes that would never previously have been viable.
For aviation enthusiasts, it has also created some fascinating spotting opportunities. Seeing a Boeing 737 MAX arrive from Toronto, Halifax or Edmonton after crossing the Atlantic remains a novelty, even as these routes become more common.
Title image: Ian McMaster
