Air Transat Baggage Policy

Air Transat Baggage Policy (based on the latest information from the airline’s official website and related sources.

Carry-On Baggage

Allowance:

• Eco Budget (Promo) and Eco Standard Fares: For flights to/from the U.S., South destinations, or domestic Canada flights, no free carry-on bag is included. Only 1 personal item is allowed. A carry-on bag will be checked into the hold for a fee of $35–$50 CAD per bag, regardless of size. This does not apply to vacation packages.
• Eco Flex, Club Class, Option Plus: 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item are included.
• Weight Limits:
  • Economy Class (including Option Plus): Carry-on up to 10 kg (22 lbs).
  • Club Class: Carry-on up to 15 kg (33 lbs).
• Dimensions:
  • Carry-on: Maximum 51 x 40 x 23 cm (20 x 15.5 x 9 inches), including handles and wheels.
  • Personal item: Maximum 43 x 33 x 16 cm (17 x 13 x 6.5 inches), must fit under the seat.

Additional Notes:

• Assistive devices (e.g., canes, crutches) and outer garments do not count as personal items.
• Carry-on bags must fit in overhead bins or under the seat. Bulkhead seats lack under-seat storage during takeoff/landing.
• Air Transat enforces size/weight checks at the gate, especially on full flights. Oversized carry-ons may be checked at the gate, potentially without a fee, but compliance is advised.
• Liquids in carry-on: Containers must be 100 ml (3.4 oz) or less, in a clear, resealable plastic bag.

Checked Baggage

Allowance (varies by fare type, destination, and cabin class):

• Eco Budget (Promo): No free checked baggage; fees apply for all bags.
• Eco Standard: 1 checked bag up to 23 kg (50 lbs) included on most international flights (e.g., transatlantic). Domestic Canada and U.S./South routes may not include free checked baggage.
• Eco Flex/Option Plus: Typically 1–2 checked bags up to 23 kg (50 lbs) each, depending on the route.
• Club Class: 2 checked bags up to 32 kg (70 lbs) each.
• Infants (0-23 months, no seat): 1 checked bag up to 23 kg (50 lbs), plus 1 stroller and 1 car seat free of charge.
• Special Offer: Passengers with an International Experience Canada (IEC) permit or student permit can get an extra 23 kg checked bag at no charge on flights to/from Canada when booking via pvtistes.net (not applicable to codeshare flights or third-party bookings).

Dimensions: Maximum 158 cm (62 inches) (length + width + height, including handles and wheels). Bags exceeding this or 32 kg (70 lbs) must be shipped as cargo with applicable fees.

Fees for Excess Baggage:

• Additional Bags: $50–$225 CAD per bag, depending on route and fare type. Pre-purchasing online is cheaper than paying at the airport.
• Overweight Bags: $100 CAD/USD (€80/£65) for bags over 23 kg up to 32 kg.
• Oversized Bags: $100 CAD/USD (€80/£65) for bags over 158 cm up to 292 cm.
• Pre-pay baggage fees online via “Manage My Booking” to save money. Fees are non-refundable.

Vacation Packages: Typically include 1 checked bag per passenger at no extra cost.

Special Items

• Sports Equipment: Free allowance (in addition to standard baggage) for items like golf equipment, skis, snowboards, kiteboards, camping gear, fishing equipment, and scuba/snorkeling gear (up to 23 kg) on most international flights. A signed Limited Release form is required. Other items incur fees:
  • Bicycles: $30 CAD/USD or €60 per segment.
  • Windsurfing boards/surfboards: $100 CAD/USD or €80 per segment.
  • Canoes/kayaks must be shipped via cargo.
• Musical Instruments: Can be carried as part of the baggage allowance. Oversized instruments may require an extra seat purchase or be checked with applicable fees. Specific size restrictions apply.
• Mobility Aids: Wheelchairs (non-spillable batteries only), walkers, and other mobility aids are accepted free in the baggage compartment.
• Strollers/Car Seats: 1 approved car seat and 1 stroller per child/infant are checked free of charge.
• Pets: Allowed as checked baggage (up to 45 kg, including carrier). Fees: $100–$115 CAD (domestic Canada), $150–$175 CAD (U.S.), $275–$300 CAD (Europe/South America) per segment.

Restricted/Prohibited Items

• Prohibited: Explosives, flammable items, corrosives, toxins, and unapproved lithium batteries (e.g., non-removable, exceeding 0.3g lithium metal or 2.7 Wh lithium-ion).
• Restricted: Firearms/ammunition require prior approval and must be unloaded in a rigid container. Personal oxygen concentrators are allowed with a medical form submitted 7 days prior. Dry ice (up to 2.5 kg) is permitted for medical purposes with proper labeling.
• Check Air Transat’s Restricted Items page for a full list.

Additional Notes

• Codeshare Flights: If traveling on a codeshare flight (e.g., with Porter Airlines), the operating airline’s baggage rules may apply. For Air Transat tickets, their checked baggage rules typically apply, but carry-on rules may vary.
• Baggage Irregularities: Report lost or damaged baggage immediately at the airport via a Property Irregularity Report. Claims must be filed within 7 days.
• Enforcement: Air Transat is strict with carry-on size/weight, especially on full flights, using gauges at the gate. Oversized bags may be checked without additional cost in some cases, but compliance is recommended.
• Tips: Use lightweight luggage and measure bags accurately, including handles and wheels. Pre-pay excess baggage online to save on fees.