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Weight - Dimensions

Air Transat carry on and checked baggage allowance

Air Transat’s baggage allowance

Carry-on 
  • 1 bag per person (no fee)
  • Dimension: 23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) (including wheels and handles)
Each passenger is entitled to one piece of hand luggage and a personal item which are both subject to size restrictions. The hand luggage must be light enough for the passenger to store in the upper luggage compartment without assistance. The personal item should be placed under the seat in front of the passenger.
 
Personal items 
Handbag or briefcase, camera bag, laptop computer bag, bag of items from the duty-free shop, wedding dress, sports bag or equipment (e.g. squash, badminton racquet).  
  • 1 per person (no fee)
  • Dimension: 43 x 25 x 10 cm (17.7 x 10 x 4 in)
For information on liquids, gels and/or aerosols restrictions, please refer to Restricted and Prohibited items. 

Smoking materials:
  • 1 lighter per passenger, packed in the allowable 1 plastic bag per passenger (due to liquid content). No lighters in checked baggage.
  • 1 book of matches per passenger, carried only on your person.
  • Electronic cigarettes: stowed unused in carry-on baggage at all times. Carriage in checked baggage is prohibited.
  • Gun lighters, lighters shaped like grenades, lighter with unabsorbed liquid fuel, torch lighters are not permitted in carry-on and checked baggage.
  • Specific country restrictions may also apply.

You may carry Epi-Pens or hypodermic needles only for personal medical use. The needle guard must be in place and the needle must be accompanied by the medication in its original labeled container or with a signed doctor's certificate.

  • Weight : 23 kg (fees apply to Eco Budget) 
  • Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Select your destination to consult prices for checked baggage, excess baggage fees and other baggage details.

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Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $30/$352 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $45/$603 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $45/$603
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $200 23 kg, $200 25 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   23 kg, $200

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   25 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200

Baggage policy change for Haiti: For bookings made as of November 1, the maximum weight allowed in Economy Class will be 23 kg (instead of 25 kg) per checked bag, like for all our other destinations, and one checked bag will no longer be included in Eco Budget. For bookings made before November 1, you will still be entitled to 25 kg per checked bag in Economy Class and one included checked bag in Eco Budget.
 

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $30 if prepaid and $35 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $45 if prepaid and $60 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, €25/€302 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, €35/€503 Eco Standard: 23 kg, €35/€503
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, €160 23 kg, €160 25 kg, €160
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €35/€503   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €160   23 kg, €160

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €35/€503   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €160   25 kg, €160
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €160

Baggage policy change for Haiti: For bookings made as of November 1, the maximum weight allowed in Economy Class will be 23 kg (instead of 25 kg) per checked bag, like for all our other destinations, and one checked bag will no longer be included in Eco Budget. For bookings made before November 1, you will still be entitled to 25 kg per checked bag in Economy Class and one included checked bag in Eco Budget.
 

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between €25 if prepaid and €30 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between €35 if prepaid and €50 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $30/$352 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $45/$603 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $45/$603
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $200 23 kg, $200 25 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   23 kg, $200

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   25 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200

Baggage policy change for Haiti: For bookings made as of November 1, the maximum weight allowed in Economy Class will be 23 kg (instead of 25 kg) per checked bag, like for all our other destinations, and one checked bag will no longer be included in Eco Budget. For bookings made before November 1, you will still be entitled to 25 kg per checked bag in Economy Class and one included checked bag in Eco Budget.
 

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $30 if prepaid and $35 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $45 if prepaid and $60 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, £20/£252 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, £30/£403 Eco Standard: 23 kg, £30/£403
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, £130 23 kg, £130 25 kg, £130
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £30/£403   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £130   23 kg, £130

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £30/£403   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £130   25 kg, £130
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £130

Baggage policy change for Haiti: For bookings made as of November 1, the maximum weight allowed in Economy Class will be 23 kg (instead of 25 kg) per checked bag, like for all our other destinations, and one checked bag will no longer be included in Eco Budget. For bookings made before November 1, you will still be entitled to 25 kg per checked bag in Economy Class and one included checked bag in Eco Budget.
 

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between £20 if prepaid and £25 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between £30 if prepaid and £40 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $65/$802 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $100/$1153 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $100/$1153
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $200 23 kg, $200 32 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   23 kg, $200

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   32 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $65 if prepaid and $80 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $100 if prepaid and $115 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, €50/€652 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, €80/€903 Eco Standard: 23 kg, €80/€903
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, €160 23 kg, €160 32 kg, €160
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €80/€903   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €160   23 kg, €160

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €80/€903   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €160   32 kg, €160
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €160

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between €50 if prepaid and €65 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between €80 if prepaid and €90 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $65/$802 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $100/$1153 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $100/$1153
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $200 23 kg, $200 32 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   23 kg, $200

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200   32 kg, $200
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $200

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $65 if prepaid and $80 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $100 if prepaid and $115 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, £45/£552 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, £65/£753 Eco Standard: 23 kg, £65/£753
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, £130 23 kg, £130 32 kg, £130
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £65/£753   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £130   23 kg, £130

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £65/£753   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £130   32 kg, £130
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £130

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between £45 if prepaid and £55 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between £65 if prepaid and £75 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.
More details about checked baggage
Dimensions Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Excess baggage

A $75* fee will apply on each piece of checked baggage exceeding the maximum weight allowed.

*USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49
Details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

If any individual piece weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window for details at least 72 hours prior to departure. Air Transat reserves the right to limit or refuse excess baggage for operational reasons.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

See Liability limitations below.

Save up to 25% when prepaying for your checked bags.
*At least 24 hours before departure. Certain conditions apply; consult our baggage policy.


What articles can I bring?

Infants travelling on an adult's lap do not have a baggage allowance; however, 1 stroller and 1 car or booster seat per child/infant are accepted free of charge. No substitutions permitted.

Additional items (such as a playpen, additional car or booster seats, etc.) exceeding your free checked baggage allowance (weight, size and/or number of pieces permitted) will be subject to excess baggage charges.

Parent/guardian may carry diaper bag in addition to regular carry-on, containing supplies needed for duration of flight.

About the baggage policy that applies to children's Car Seat.
Quantity 1 per child/infant
Size Regular size
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free within size, piece and weight limits. One car or booster seat accepted at no charge per travelling child/infant. Additional car seats are subject to excess baggage charges, if the free baggage allowance (weight and/or pieces permitted) is exceeded.
Details

Children under 18 kg (40 lb) will be safer and more comfortable on board when secured in an approved car seat or C.A.R.E.S.* device.

Note: Booster seats or vest-type restraint systems do not provide sufficient protection on airplanes for small children. Thus, they are not approved for airline use!

Approved car seats:

Canadian-made: The seat must be manufactured after Jan. 1, 1981 and must display inspection label.

  • CMVSS 213 or 213.1 Canada

U.S.A.-made: The seat must be manufactured after Feb. 26, 1985 and must display these labels:

  • This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

    AND
  • This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft.

Europe-made: Restraint system manufactured to the UN ECE standard (Europe) must bear two labels:

  • An international approval label consisting of a circle surrounding the letter “E” followed by the distinguishing number of the country that has granted approval (reflects UN standard ECE R 44, revision 03 or later).
  • A second label that states it is approved for use in aircraft.

Car seats manufactured in any other country are not approved for use on board.

*C.A.R.E.S (child aviation restraint system): The AmSafe C.A.R.E.S device can be used by children between the ages of 1 and 4, weighing between 10-20 kg (22-44 lb) and whose height is 100 cm (40 in) or less.

 

About the baggage policy that applies to children's folding playpen.
Size Regular size
Weight Regular weight
Cost If the playpen and all other checked baggage exceed the free baggage allowance (weight, size and/or number of pieces permitted), excess baggage charges will apply.
Details

Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.

Not accepted as carry-on baggage.
About the baggage policy that applies to children's stroller.
Quantity 1 per child/infant
Size Regular size
Weight Maximum: 23Kg
Cost Free within size, piece and weight limits. One stroller accepted at no charge per travelling child/infant. Additional strollers are subject to excess baggage charges, if the free baggage allowance (weight and/or pieces permitted) is exceeded.
Details Gate Delivery Service: At most airports, passengers travelling with a baby stroller can take it right to the boarding gate and collect it at the aircraft door at the end of their flight.

Please ensure that checked equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.
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This service is not available in Cancun, Punta Cana, Cuba, Portugal, Spain, Rome, London and Zagreb. Complimentary strollers will be available on arrival, in Portugal, London, Zagreb and Spain, except in Barcelona. Passengers will still be able to check in their strollers free of charge at the counter and recuperate them at the baggage carousel at destination.   
About the baggage policy that applies to children's strollers, carry-on baggage.
Details Compact, foldable strollers that do not exceed our standard carry-on dimensions (23 x 40 x 51 cm / 9 x 16 x 20 inches) may be taken into the passenger cabin in lieu of a regular carry-on bag.

If you have booked a package, there may be charges for ground transportation of your sports equipment from the airport to your hotel. These costs depend on both the type of sports equipment and the destination. You may be required to book this service in advance, depending on your destination. Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage. Bags or cases used to carry sports equipment can only contain the sports items listed below. They may be checked at the check-in counter, and any additional items (clothing, personal items, etc.) will not be accepted. We recommend passengers purchase additional insurance.

Between Canada and U.S., Domestic flights within Canada:
Sporting equipment is considered part of your checked baggage allowance and subject to regular baggage fees.

Between Canada, South destinations and Europe:
In addition to your checked baggage allowance, we will accept at no charge 1 select sporting item up to 20 kg (44 lb) per passenger from the list below (valid items are shown as free).
Please note that you may not substitute personal baggage or any other equipment for your free sporting item. If you want to bring an item not listed below, it will be included in your regular baggage allowance and excess baggage charges may apply.
Please note that hockey equipment is considered part of a passenger’s baggage allowance and subject to regular baggage fees. One bag and a maximum of two sticks taped together count as one piece of baggage towards the maximum number of checked bags allowed by the fare type.

Baggage policy that applies to bicycles or unicycles.
Quantity

Given that space is limited, we strongly recommend that passengers prepay for the transportation of their bicycles up to 72 hours prior to departure by contacting us at +1-514-636-3630 or 1-877-TRANSAT (872-6728).
For Cuba: Prepay for the transportation is mandatory.
Cost

South, U.S & domestic flights within Canada: 50 $ CAD (USD: $50 / EUR: €40 / GBP: £32)
Europe: 75 $ CAD (USD: $75 / EUR: €60 / GBP: £49)

Price per item per flight segment. An oversize plastic bag, available at all Air Transat check-in counters, is included.
Details

Maximum weight 32 kg (70 lb) (including bicycle bag/box).

The bicycle must be placed in a sturdy bag or box.

In preparation for travel, handlebars must be turned sideways and secured, the tires deflated, and the pedals removed. A bicycle helmet is accepted free of charge.

Oversize bicycles or tandems: As security facilities vary between airports, we suggest these items be shipped via cargo, as security facilities vary between airports and may not accommodate larger items, which could result in refusal of acceptance.

Children’s tricycles: 3-wheeled children’s tricycles are accepted at no charge when travelling with a child.

Lithium battery powered bicycles: For more information, consult our Restricted - Prohibited items section.  Will open in a separate browser window

We strongly recommend that passengers speak to their travel agents or our booking centre to make arrangements for the transfer of their sports equipment to their hotels.

For groups of 10 passengers or more travelling with bicycles, please contact us in advance as special arrangements may be required (additional charges may apply). Email: request@airtransat.com
Baggage policy that applies to Canoes and kayaks.
Details

Canoes and kayaks are not accepted at check-in counters, however our Cargo department  Will open in a separate browser window will be pleased to assist you. Transportation charges apply.

 

Baggage policy that applies to camping equipment.
Quantity 1 tent, 2 sleeping bags, camping gear
Weight Maximum 20 kg (44 lb)
Cost South & Europe: Free within size, piece and weight limits
U.S and domestic flights within Canada: See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Excess charges apply when sporting equipment allowance (size/piece/weight) is exceeded. See details under Checked baggage.
Details

Only new stoves (or heating elements) and empty (new) canisters that have never contained any flammable liquid will be accepted. No fuel is allowed.

For more information on the transport of other camping items, please refer to dangerous goods and prohibited items.
Baggage policy that applies to fishing equipment.
Quantity 1 tackle box, reels, and rods
Dimensions Regular size
Weight Maximum 20 kg (44 lb) total
Cost South & Europe: Free within size, piece and weight limits
U.S and domestic flights within Canada: See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Excess charges apply when sporting equipment allowance (size/piece/weight) is exceeded. See details under Checked baggage.
Details Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage. Spearguns: For speargun transportation requirements, be sure to review important information on firearms in our dangerous goods and prohibited items section.
Baggage policy that applies to golf equipment.
Quantity 1 golf bag, 14 clubs, 12 balls, 1 pair of golf shoes
Dimensions Regular size
Weight Maximum 20 kg (44 lb) total
Cost South & Europe: Free within size, piece and weight limits
U.S and domestic flights within Canada: See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Excess charges apply when sporting equipment allowance (size/piece/weight) is exceeded. See details under Checked baggage.
Details Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.
Baggage policy that applies to hunting equipment.
Cost See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Fees will apply if you exceed the maximum checked baggage allowance
Details

Be sure to review important information on firearm in our dangerous goods and prohibited items section.

 

Baggage policy that applies to Kiteboard and Kitesurfer.
Quantity 1 kiteboard, 1 power kite, and 1 helmet per passenger
Dimensions Regular size
Weight Maximum 20 kg (44 lb)
Cost South & Europe: Free within size, piece and weight limits
U.S and domestic flights within Canada: See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Excess charges apply when sporting equipment allowance (size/piece/weight) is exceeded. See details under Checked baggage.
Details Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.
Baggage policy that applies to motorized equipment (other than motorized wheelchairs).
Details

Motorized equipment is not accepted at check-in counters, however our Cargo department  Will open in a separate browser window will be pleased to assist you. Transportation charges apply.

 

Baggage policy that applies to scuba diving and snorkelling equipment.
Quantity Per passenger: 1 empty O2 tank, 1 tank harness, 1 pressure gauge, 1 mask, 1 regulator, 1 pair of fins, 1 wet or dry suit, 1 pair aqua shoes/booties, 1 buoyancy compensator, 1 snorkel
Dimensions Regular size
Weight Maximum 20 kg (44 lb) total
Cost South & Europe: Free within size, piece and weight limits
U.S and domestic flights within Canada: See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Excess charges apply when sporting equipment allowance (size/piece/weight) is exceeded. See details under Checked baggage.
Details The O2 tank must be completely empty and the pressure gauge protected. Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.

 

Baggage policy that applies to ski equipment (snow or water) and Snowboard.
Quantity 1 pair of skis, 1 pair of boots, 2 poles, 1 helmet OR 1 snowboard, 1 pair of snowboard boots, 1 helmet
Dimensions Regular size
Weight Maximum 20 kg (44 lb) total
Cost South & Europe: Free within size, piece and weight limits
U.S and domestic flights within Canada: See checked baggage allowance for your fare type/destination
Excess baggage charges Excess charges apply when sporting equipment allowance (size/piece/weight) is exceeded. See details under Checked baggage.
Details

Pole tips must be covered.

Place your skis or snowboard and poles in a ski or snowboard bag and your boots in a separate bag.
Quantity 1 mast and 1 sail (packed together but separately from the board), 1 board, and 1 helmet.
Please note that space is limited, and the windsurfing board could be refused for operational reasons.
We recommend to contact us, in advance of travel, to confirm that the size of your windsurfing board will be permitted for travel.
Dimensions Maximum 3.65 m (12 ft) long
Weight Maximum 32 kg (70 lb)
Cost

CAD $100* per item, per flight segment

*USD: $100 / EUR: €80 / GBP: £65
Excess baggage charges Flat rate – see Cost (above)
Details

Please arrive early to allow sufficient time for proper handling. Additional baggage and/or excess weight is subject to space availability and may be refused for operational reasons.

For more information on individual baggage items exceeding 32 kg (70 lb) in weight, contact our Cargo department.

 

 

Quantity 1 mast and 1 sail (packed together but separately from the board), 1 board, and 1 helmet.
Please note that space is limited, and the windsurfing board could be refused for operational reasons.
We recommend to contact us, in advance of travel, to confirm that the size of your windsurfing board will be permitted for travel.
Dimensions Maximum 3.65 m (12 ft) long
Weight Maximum 32 kg (70 lb)
Cost

CAD $100* per item, per flight segment

*USD: $100 / EUR: €80 / GBP: £65
Excess baggage charges Flat rate – see Cost (above)
Details

Please arrive early to allow sufficient time for proper handling. Additional baggage and/or excess weight is subject to space availability and may be refused for operational reasons.

For more information on individual baggage items exceeding 32 kg (70 lb) in weight, contact our Cargo department.

 

Baggage policy that applies to all other sports equipment.
Dimensions Maximum 3.65 m (12 ft) long
Weight Maximum 32 kg (70 lb) per item
Cost See Excess Baggage Charges (below)
Excess baggage charges Counted as part of your checked baggage allowance (specific to your destination and class of service). Excess charges apply if exceeded.
Details

Please note that you may not substitute any other sporting item for the items in the list of exceptions.

For more information on individual baggage items exceeding 32 kg (70 lb) in weight, contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.

See the suggested websites in our dangerous goods and prohibited items section.

About the baggage policy that applies to CPAP machine (for sleep apnea).
Size 23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) (including handles and wheels)
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free of charge
Details

A CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine will be accepted as a carry-on if it meets our standard carry-on dimensions. Due to the excess weight of these machines, we ask that you limit your other carry-on items to the minimum that is required for your personal needs during flight. Please note that your medical equipment must be equipped with an independent power source (i.e., battery-powered) should you wish to use it during your flight. Air Transat regrets we are unable to provide you with power from any source.

Note: A limited quantity of distilled water used by this device is exempt from the liquid restrictions for carry-on baggage. We recommend that passengers carry supporting documentation from their doctor to facilitate security screening.
About the baggage policy that applies to medical equipment other than wheelchairs.
Details

Exceptions may be made for medical equipment required during flight. Please contact us to make arrangements.

See details in our special needs and medical equipment section.
About the baggage policy that applies to supplemental medical oxygen.
Details Should you require supplemental medical oxygen, please refer to our special needs and medical equipment section.
About the baggage policy that applies to Walker.
Cost Free of charge
Details Facilities permitting, you may use your walker until you board the aircraft, at which time our agent will ensure it is transferred to the cargo hold.
About the baggage policy that applies to manual Wheelchair.
Quantity No limit
Size Regular size
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free of charge for personal use
Details

Must be securely closed/folded and placed in a sturdy bag. A sturdy plastic bag will be provided at all Air Transat check-in counters at no charge. The bag measures 101 cm x 162 cm (40 in x 64 in), with 55 cm (22 in) gussets.

Oversize wheelchairs: As security facilities vary between airports, please contact us well in advance of your travel date so that we may ensure proper arrangements are made.

See details in special needs and medical equipment.
Baggage policy that applies to motorized wheelchair.
Details

Must be securely closed/folded and placed in a sturdy bag. A sturdy plastic bag will be provided at all Air Transat check-in counters at no charge. The bag measures 101 cm x 162 cm (40 in x 64 in), with 55 cm (22 in) gussets.

Oversize wheelchairs: As security facilities vary between airports, please contact us well in advance of your travel date so that we may ensure proper arrangements are made.

See details in special needs and medical equipment.

For more information, consult our dangerous goods and prohibited items section.

Baggage policy that applies to musical instrument, carry-on.
  Economy Class
Dimensions 23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) (including wheels and handles)
Cost Free within size, piece and weight limits
Details

Instruments exceeding this size or weight must be checked. It is important to note that a musical instrument in the cabin replaces the carry-on baggage allowed.
Baggage policy that applies to musical instrument (checked baggage).
Weight Maximum 23 kg (51 lb)
Cost If the musical instrument exceeds the quantity/dimensions/weight of the carry on baggage allowance, it becomes part of your checked baggage allowance, which when exceeded is subject to any applicable excess baggage charges.
Details

To prevent any damage, we advise storing the musical instrument in a protective hard case.

Stowage space in the cabin is very limited, therefore not available for the transportation of musical instruments.

For information on individual pieces of baggage exceeding 32 kg (70 lb) in weight, contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.

It is highly recommended that you purchase travel insurance prior to your trip, to cover all such goods. Consult your travel or insurance agent.
Baggage policy that applies to musical instrument occupying a purchased seat.
Details This service is not offered on Air Transat flights.

Baggage policy that applies to Wedding dress.
Quantity 1 per person
Size Not exceeding 135 x 60 cm (53 x 23.5 in)
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free of charge
Details

Exceptionally, a wedding dress in a non-rigid garment bag, with measurements not to exceed 135 x 60 cm (53 x 23.5 in), may be carried on board, and can be laid out or gently rolled up in the overhead bin.

There are no closet facilities on board our aircraft.

The dress may be carried in addition to a regular-sized carry-on bag.

For more information, please refer to Pets and service dogs.

Donations 

Humanitarian donations will be included in your regular baggage allowance. If the combined items and baggage exceed the free baggage allowance per person, excess baggage charges will apply. In addition, passengers are responsible for any import procedures or applicable customs duties at the destination.

If you wish to send donations to charitable organizations that Air Transat supports, you can do so via our local cargo facility. Will open in a separate browser window

Donations must be brought a minimum of 72 hours before departure to the local Air Transat cargo area. As cargo facilities are not located in the airport terminal, please call ahead for the location, rates and related information.

Food products 

Check with the Department of Agriculture of your destination country for regulations and restrictions in effect with regard to importing or exporting food products.

Please note that it is prohibited to bring meat, dairy and many other food products into the European Union.

For more information, see the travelling with food products section.

Baggage policy that applies to electronic cigarette and nicotine inhaler.
Details Electronic cigarettes are allowed provided they remain stowed and unused in your carry-on baggage. Carriage in checked baggage is prohibited. Specific country restrictions may also apply.
Baggage policy that applies to Laptop computer.
Quantity 1 per person
Size Standard laptop case
Cost Free of charge
Details

The laptop may be carried in addition to a regular-sized carry-on bag.

See Liability limitations below.
Baggage policy that applies to Urn (human remains).
Size May be transported in your carry-on bag (23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) including wheels and handles) or in your checked baggage.
Cost Free of charge within weight and size limits
Details

The urn must be able to pass the x-ray at the security checkpoint (in carry-on or checked baggage). If it can be x-rayed and security can see the contents, it will be allowed in the cabin. If the contents cannot be viewed by x-ray, the urn will be refused for transport and must be shipped via alternate means such as air cargo or mail.

Urns made of plastic, cardboard or cloth are recommended.

Passengers must present the cremation and the death certificates at check-in as well as security checkpoints.
Baggage policy that applies to knee defenders.
Details Knee defenders and/or other similar devices restricting seat recline are not permitted for use on board Air Transat or our partner airlines.
Baggage policy that applies to lithium batteries.
Details Air Transat will not accept any Small lithium battery-powered vehicles in either checked baggage or carry-on baggage due to safety concerns associated to the lithium batteries that power them.
  • Vehicles not accepted include hoverboards, electric skateboards, airwheels, mini-Segways and balance wheels.
Please click here for lithium battery powered mobility aids.


What are our liability limitations?

As Air Transat is not a signatory of the IATA Interline Agreement, we are unable to accept baggage transferred from another airline, nor can we transfer it to another airline. To ensure your baggage travels with you, please present all of your checked baggage to us at your airport of departure when you check in. Air Transat cannot be responsible for baggage that is not checked in at that time. We thank you for your understanding.

Fragile or perishable articles, including medication or medical devices, money, jewellery, silverware, electronics, laptop computers, personal audio/video devices, negotiable documents, securities, samples of business documents or other valuables (other than articles of clothing) shall not be accepted as checked baggage. Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage is the result of the inherent defect, quality or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the afore-mentioned factors.

The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

It is highly recommended that you purchase travel insurance prior to your trip, to cover all such goods. Consult your travel or insurance agent.

Air Transat will do everything possible to carry your checked luggage on the same flight as you. However, should your checked baggage be carried on a subsequent flight (for safety, security or operational reasons), rest assured that it will be delivered to you free of charge, as rapidly as possible, unless applicable laws require you to be present for Customs clearance.

 

Currencies accepted

Rates are fixed and collected in the currency shown below. At Air Transat counters we accept Visa, MasterCard or American Express only.

• Departures from Canada: Canadian dollars
• Departures from United States, Caribbean, Latin & South Americas, Mexico: U.S. dollars
• Departures from U.K.: Pounds Sterling
• Departures from Europe (including French West Indies) and Republic of Ireland: Euros / local currency where required

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