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Published on July 6, 2026 · Last verified on July 22, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Air Transat Baggage Policy Strictness
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Overview

Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.

Carry-on Bag
51 × 40 × 23 cm (20.1 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
Overhead bin · 10 kg (22 lbs)
Personal Item
43 × 31 × 13 cm (16.9 × 12.2 × 5.1 in)
Under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62.2 in)
1 free pc · 23 kg (50 lbs)/pc

Free Special Items

Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Air Transat.

Jacket / coat
Umbrella / reading material
Walking stick / crutches
Folding stroller / infant car seat
For infant passengers, checked free
Wheelchair / mobility aids
Checked free of charge
Duty-free purchases
Purchased at airport after security

Standard Economy Allowance

Quick reference for your selected route type. See below for full cabin class comparison.

Baggage TypeFreeMax SizeWeight Limit
Carry-on Bag
Overhead bin · per piece
1 pc

51×40×23cm

20.1×15.7×9.1in

10 kg

22 lbs

Personal Item
Under seat · per piece
1 pc

43×31×13cm

16.9×12.2×5.1in

Not specified

Checked Baggage
Cargo hold · piece system
1 pc free

≤ 158 cm

62.2 in

23 kg

50 lbs

Full Cabin Class Comparison

Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.

ItemBudgetStandardFlexClub ClassFirst
Personal Item
Under seat
1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc
Personal Item Size
L × W × H

43×31×13cm

16.9×12.2×5.1in

43×31×13cm

16.9×12.2×5.1in

43×31×13cm

16.9×12.2×5.1in

43×31×13cm

16.9×12.2×5.1in

43×31×13cm

16.9×12.2×5.1in

Carry-on Pieces
Overhead bin access
1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc
Carry-on Size
L × W × H

51×40×23cm

20.1×15.7×9.1in

51×40×23cm

20.1×15.7×9.1in

51×40×23cm

20.1×15.7×9.1in

51×40×23cm

20.1×15.7×9.1in

51×40×23cm

20.1×15.7×9.1in

Carry-on Weight
Per piece

10 kg

22 lbs

10 kg

22 lbs

10 kg

22 lbs

15 kg

33 lbs

15 kg

33 lbs

Free Checked Bags
Piece system
No1 pc2 pc2 pc2 pc
Checked Bag Size
Max per piece
-

≤ 158 cm

62.2 in

≤ 158 cm

62.2 in

≤ 158 cm

62.2 in

≤ 158 cm

62.2 in

Checked Bag Weight
Per piece max
-

23 kg

50 lbs

23 kg

50 lbs

32 kg

70 lbs

32 kg

70 lbs

Common Luggage Compatibility

Based on Air Transat · Economy class. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.

LuggagePersonal ItemCarry-onChecked
Regular Backpack
40×30×15 cm · 15.7×11.8×5.9 in · 3 kg · 7 lbs
Over LimitOKOK
16" Under-seat Briefcase
40×30×20 cm · 15.7×11.8×7.9 in · 4 kg · 9 lbs
Over LimitOKOK
18" Cabin Suitcase
45×35×20 cm · 17.7×13.8×7.9 in · 5 kg · 11 lbs
Over LimitOKOK
Standard 20" Carry-on
55×36×20 cm · 21.7×14.2×7.9 in · 7 kg · 15 lbs
Over LimitOver LimitOK
22" North American Carry-on
56×35×22 cm · 22×13.8×8.7 in · 7.5 kg · 17 lbs
Over LimitOver LimitOK
24" Medium Checked Suitcase
65×42×26 cm · 25.6×16.5×10.2 in · 9 kg · 20 lbs
Over LimitOver LimitOK
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase
70×46×28 cm · 27.6×18.1×11 in · 10.5 kg · 23 lbs
Over LimitOver LimitOK
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard)
76×51×31 cm · 29.9×20.1×12.2 in · 12 kg · 26 lbs
Over LimitOver LimitOK

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 10 kg cabin bag limit on Air Transat strictly enforced?

Air Transat allows 1 cabin bag, maximum dimensions 51 x 40 x 23 cm, up to 10 kg.
A personal item is also allowed, maximum dimensions 43 x 31 x 13 cm.
All dimensions include wheels, handles and pockets.

How many 23 kg checked bags come with my Air Transat ticket?

Air Transat includes 1 checked bag up to 23 kg each with most fares.
Maximum linear dimensions are 158 cm per piece.
Extra bags or excess weight incur additional charges.

My carry-on is slightly over the 10 kg limit on Air Transat — will they charge me?

Air Transat may check bag size and weight at check-in or the boarding gate. Enforcement varies by flight and staff.
If your bag exceeds the allowance, it may need to be checked into the hold and additional charges may apply.
Measuring and weighing your bag before arriving at the airport is recommended to avoid unexpected fees.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Air Transat website. Last updated July 22, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
Help keep this data accurate. If you spot outdated baggage rules or have recent experience flying with Air Transat contribute your update