Transavia France Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

TO / TVF · France

Transavia charges for all checked baggage by total weight and route. Baggage can be purchased online via My Transavia or at the airport, with online prices significantly lower than airport rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Transavia France Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

All cabins

LCC with no free checked baggage included in the base fare; all checked baggage is purchased as a total-weight allowance shared across pieces.

  • All faresNo free checked baggage
    • Official en-fr page 'What are the rules for checked baggage?' states checked allowance is purchased: 'When booking your flight and at any time via MyTransavia, you can purchase checked baggage allowance tailored to your needs.' and 'The price depends on your route and the selected allowance.' — no free checked inclusion is published.
    • Official en-eu cross-check verbatim: 'You can book 15, 20, 25, 30, 40 or 50 kilos of additional checked baggage when booking your flight, or afterwards at My Transavia.' — confirms all checked is additional/paid, not included.
    • Operational caps published on both en-fr and en-eu rules pages: Maximum total weight 50 kg per passenger; maximum weight per piece 32 kg; maximum dimensions 165 cm (total length + width + height) including wheels/handles; up to 5 pieces per passenger (en-eu: 'You can distribute your booked kilos over a maximum of five pieces').
    • Route exception published verbatim: 'For certain destinations, the maximum weight per passenger is limited to 30 kg' (en-fr) and en-eu detail: 'For the Amsterdam-Beirut and Beirut-Amsterdam routes, you can book a maximum of 30 kg per person.'
    • Oversized rule (en-fr): If dimensions exceed 165 cm but not 300 cm, an additional fee applies at the airport; baggage 158 cm–300 cm must be dropped at 'Oversized Baggage' counter.
    • Infant/child buggy: en-eu checked-rules page states verbatim 'In addition to your other baggage, you may bring one pram, foldable umbrella buggy or travel buggy weighing up to 10 kilos for free for each child.' En-fr baby-child page states verbatim 'You are allowed to bring a foldable buggy up to 10 kg to the gate. We will transport it in the hold.' (en-fr wording adds 'Your buggy is included in the 10 kg of checked baggage that you are allowed to bring with you' — retained verbatim for traceability).
    • Special baggage (golf, diving, surf, kitesurf, hang glider, ski etc.) is considered special baggage regardless of dimensions — must be declared via MyTransavia in advance (en-fr note).

Carry-on baggage

All cabins

Single-cabin LCC. One small hand-luggage bag is always free; overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 25 cm) is paid unless booked on Smart or Max fare (includes Priority Boarding). Combined weight of hand luggage + cabin bag max 10 kg.

LabelAmountNotes
Hand luggage (always free)1 × 40 x 30 x 20 cm, 10 kg max
  • Official verbatim en-fr and en-eu page 'How many pieces of baggage can I take in the cabin?': 'One piece of hand luggage of max. 40 x 30 x 20 cm* (such as a small backpack or handbag). This can always be taken in the cabin, and you place it under the seat in front of you. The maximum allowed weight for your hand luggage is 10 kg.'
  • Same page adds verbatim: 'You can also always take an umbrella, a walking stick and one bag with duty free items on board.'
  • Hand-luggage page verbatim: 'Your hand luggage (max. 40 x 30 x 20 cm*) can always be taken in the cabin, for example a small backpack or handbag. Always place it under the seat in front of you. Your hand luggage must not exceed 10 kg.'
  • Dimensions asterisk verbatim: 'The measurements include the wheels and handles.'
  • Infant on lap: verbatim en-fr baby-child page 'If your baby is travelling with you on your lap, you are not allowed to bring separate hand luggage for them. If you want to take baby food, a nappy bag or other items in the cabin, please put them in your own hand luggage.'
Cabin bag — without Smart/Max (paid add-on)Not included — available for a fee (55 x 40 x 25 cm)
  • Official verbatim en-fr and en-eu cabin-bag page 'Am I always allowed to take my cabin bag in the cabin?': 'No, you can only take a cabin bag (55 x 40 x 25 cm*), for example a trolley or travel bag, if you booked it in advance.'
  • Same pages verbatim: 'If you want to take a cabin bag in addition to your hand luggage, you can add a cabin bag to your booking for a fee. You can do this while making your booking or through My Transavia. If you select this, you will also receive Priority Boarding. Make sure you arrive at the gate on time, so you can board with the first group. Your hand luggage and cabin bag may weigh a max. of 10 kg.'
  • Hand-luggage page cross-check verbatim: 'Do you want to take an extra baggage piece (55 x 40 x 25 cm*) with you in the cabin? For example a trolley or travelbag. For a fee you can add a cabin bag to your booking.' and 'Together, your hand luggage and cabin bag may weigh max 10 kg. We have space for max. 70 pieces in the cabin.'
  • Gate fee warning verbatim (both locales): 'If your bag or suitcase exceeds the allowed dimensions or weight, you'll pay a surcharge of €70 or more at the gate, and your baggage will be placed in the hold.'
Cabin bag — with Smart or Max fare (included)1 × 55 x 40 x 25 cm included
  • Official verbatim en-fr and en-eu 'How many pieces...' and cabin-bag pages: 'If you have booked the Smart or Max fare, then your fare includes a cabin bag and Priority Boarding.'
  • Same inclusion stated on hand-luggage page and cabin-bag page; combined weight limit remains verbatim 'Your hand luggage and cabin bag combined may weigh up to 10 kg' / 'may weigh a max. of 10 kg'.
  • Baggage-on-board page (en-fr/en-eu) notes operational option verbatim: 'In order to make your journey easier, you can drop off the largest cabin baggage (maximum size: 55 cm x 40 cm x 25 cm) at the check-in counter free of charge.'
  • Cabin bag must be placed in overhead compartments; Priority Boarding allows boarding with first group when cabin bag is booked/included.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Transavia France

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to My Transavia and log in with your booking reference and last name, or create an account
  2. Select your booking from My Bookings
  3. Choose Add baggage or Extra baggage for your flight
  4. Select the total weight allowance you want (15 kg to 50 kg)
  5. Pay online with a credit or debit card
  6. You will receive a confirmation email with your updated baggage allowance

Prices

Pricing is based on total weight of all checked baggage and flight route, not per bag. Prices vary by route/zone. All prices are per one-way flight.

LabelAmountNotes
15 kg (online)€30 – €58
20 kg (online)€33 – €61
25 kg (online)€36 – €64
30 kg (online)€41 – €69
40 kg (online)€60 – €94
50 kg (online)€90 – €140
  • Maximum total weight allowed per passenger

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. You can book checked baggage at any time via My Transavia, up until check-in closes for your flight.

Where can I purchase extra baggage?

Online via My Transavia (recommended for lower prices) or at the airport check-in desk (higher fixed rates).

How does Transavia baggage pricing work?

Transavia charges by total weight of all checked bags (not per bag) and by flight route/zone. Prices are lower when purchased online versus at the airport.

Is it cheaper to buy baggage online or at the airport?

Online is significantly cheaper. Airport rates can be up to 2.3 times higher than online prices for the same weight allowance.

What are the baggage weight and size limits?

Maximum total weight is 50 kg per passenger. Maximum weight per single piece is 32 kg. Maximum dimensions are 165 cm (length + width + height).

When is the latest I can buy baggage?

Online up until online check-in closes. At the airport, you can purchase at the check-in desk before your flight.

What happens if my baggage exceeds my booked allowance?

At the airport, you will pay €15 for each additional kilo beyond your booked weight allowance.

What payment methods are accepted for baggage purchases?

Online purchases accept major credit and debit cards. Airport purchases can be made at the check-in desk.

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