The annual companion voucher is the defining benefit of the RBC WestJet World Elite Mastercard — and the primary reason most Canadians hold the card. Here’s exactly how it works and how to get maximum value from it.
What the Companion Voucher Is
Once per year (on your card anniversary), the RBC WestJet World Elite Mastercard issues a companion voucher entitling one companion to join you on a WestJet round-trip flight for $119 (including all taxes and fees) when you book together on the same reservation.
The voucher is loaded to your WestJet Rewards account automatically on your card anniversary.
How Much It’s Worth
The voucher saves you the difference between a full fare and $119:
| Route | Typical Cash Fare | Companion Pays | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto–Vancouver (YYZ–YVR) | $500–$900 | $119 | $381–$781 |
| Toronto–Calgary (YYZ–YYC) | $350–$700 | $119 | $231–$581 |
| Toronto–Cancún (YYZ–CUN) | $600–$1,200 | $119 | $481–$1,081 |
| Toronto–London (YYZ–LGW) | $800–$1,500 | $119 | $681–$1,381 |
| Calgary–Honolulu (YYC–HNL) | $700–$1,400 | $119 | $581–$1,281 |
A single use on a busy route (sun destination, transcontinental, or transatlantic) easily surpasses the card’s $119 annual fee — often by 3–10x.
How to Use the Companion Voucher
- Book a WestJet round-trip flight for yourself through westjet.com or the WestJet app
- When adding a second passenger, apply the companion voucher at checkout
- Both tickets must be on the same booking and flight
- The companion pays only $119 (covering all taxes, fees, and surcharges)
Important: Book well in advance for popular routes and dates — the voucher applies to available seats, and WestJet flights can sell out on peak dates.
Conditions and Restrictions
- One per year: Issued once on your card anniversary — use it or lose it
- Round trip only: Companion must be on the same round-trip itinerary
- WestJet-operated flights: Codeshare or partner airline flights do not qualify
- Both travellers on same booking: Cannot be split into separate bookings
- Primary cardholder must travel: You must be on the same flight as the companion
Is the Annual Fee Worth It?
The RBC WestJet World Elite Mastercard charges $119/year. If you use the companion voucher even once and save $400+, the card has a positive net value of $281+. Most Canadian couples or families who fly WestJet annually break even on the voucher alone in the first year.
Adding the 2% WestJet Dollars earn rate on all purchases further increases the card’s value.
Companion Voucher vs Points Redemptions
| Strategy | Value | Complexity |
|---|---|---|
| Companion voucher | $300–$1,000+ per use | Very low — book normally |
| WestJet Dollars redemption | 1¢ per $ (fixed) | Low — apply at checkout |
| Aeroplan business class | $0.02–$0.05/pt | High — transfer + award booking |
The companion voucher is one of the simplest, highest-value credit card benefits in Canada — no transfers, no award charts, no availability restrictions beyond booking availability.
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Voucher terms and conditions set by WestJet and RBC. Verify current eligibility rules at westjet.com or rbcroyalbank.com. See our Advertiser Disclosure.