✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Transavia is a low-cost carrier (the leisure arm of Air France-KLM, flying as HV from the Netherlands and TO from France), so its baggage model is strict and unbundled. Only one item is free on every fare: a small piece of under-seat hand luggage up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm, max 10 kg. Everything bigger — a full-size cabin bag in the overhead bin, or any checked bag — costs extra unless you buy up to a higher fare bundle.
The single most important rule for budget travelers: the cheapest Transavia fare (Basic) includes no checked baggage and no overhead cabin bag — just the under-seat personal item. Below is the full current (2026) breakdown of dimensions, weights, fares, and fees, with the route caveats that actually affect what you pay.
Quick facts
| Personal item (free, all fares) | 40 x 30 x 20 cm, max 10 kg, under seat |
| Overhead cabin bag | 55 x 40 x 25 cm, paid add-on (combined with hand luggage max 10 kg) |
| Checked bag dimensions | Up to 70 x 60 x 30 cm |
| Checked bag weight | Bought in weight blocks (15 / 20 / 25 / 30 kg); max 32 kg per piece, 50 kg total across up to 5 pieces |
| Checked bag fee (online) | From ~€31 (15 kg) / ~€36 (20 kg) one-way; varies by route & timing |
| Cabin bag at gate (unbooked) | €60 — checked into hold |
| Cheapest fare (Basic) includes | Hand luggage only — no checked bag, no overhead cabin bag |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | 40 x 30 x 20 cm. One piece of hand luggage (small backpack, handbag or laptop bag), max 10 kg, must fit under the seat in front of you. Included free on every fare. You may also carry an umbrella, a walking stick and one bag of duty-free items in addition. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 x 40 x 25 cm · Combined with hand luggage, max 10 kg total Paid add-on; included only on Smart and Max fares. Bring an unbooked cabin bag to the gate and it is checked into the hold for €60. |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | None included on Basic or Smart fares; 20 kg on Plus, 30 kg on Max |
| Weight limit | Sold in blocks (15 / 20 / 25 / 30 kg); max 32 kg per piece, up to 5 pieces and 50 kg total per passenger |
| Typical fee | From ~€31 (15 kg) / ~€36 (20 kg) one-way online; varies by route and booking time. At the airport it jumps to ~€70 (15 kg) / ~€80 (20 kg). Overweight is ~€15 per extra 5 kg online, ~€12/kg at the airport. |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Included | 10 kg hand luggage (40x30x20 cm) | None |
| Smart | Included | Hand luggage + overhead cabin bag (55x40x25 cm) | None |
| Plus | Included | 10 kg hand luggage (40x30x20 cm) | 20 kg |
| Max | Included | Hand luggage + overhead cabin bag (55x40x25 cm) | 30 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get at a Transavia deal price: the headline cheap fare is Basic, and it includes one 10 kg under-seat bag only — no overhead cabin bag and no checked baggage. If you need the overhead bin or hold space, you are buying up.
For a deal to stay a deal, budget realistically: a checked bag added online runs from roughly €31–€36 one-way on cheaper routes but climbs higher on longer/peak routes, and an unbooked cabin bag dumped at the gate costs €60. Always add bags during the original booking — gate and airport prices are roughly double. If you are checking a bag both ways, compare the Basic-plus-bags total against the Plus fare (20 kg included), which is often cheaper than buying the bag separately twice.
Oversize, sports & special items
Special and sports baggage must be registered in advance, ideally during booking. Typical 2026 one-way add-on fees: winter sports / ski equipment from ~€34 (max 15 kg), golf equipment from ~€42 online (~€50 if booked offline, max 15 kg, one bag), and bicycles ~€52. Small instruments (guitar, violin) can travel as your cabin/hand item; larger instruments go in the hold or, if within 110 x 44 x 65 cm and 20 kg, on a separately purchased seat.
Oversize / gate penalties: a bag too large or too heavy to be processed normally incurs a gate luggage fee starting around €70. There is room for about 70 cabin bags on board; if the bins fill, surplus bags are gate-checked free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
Is a cabin bag free on Transavia?
No. Only a small under-seat hand luggage item (40 x 30 x 20 cm, max 10 kg) is free on every fare. A full-size overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 25 cm) must be booked in advance and is included only on the Smart and Max fares. Bring an unbooked cabin bag to the gate and it is checked into the hold for €60.
What is Transavia's free hand luggage size and weight in 2026?
One piece up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm and a maximum of 10 kg, which must fit under the seat in front of you. You can also bring an umbrella, a walking stick and one duty-free bag in addition.
Does the cheapest Transavia fare include a checked bag?
No. The Basic fare includes only the 10 kg under-seat hand luggage — no checked bag and no overhead cabin bag. Checked baggage is included only on the Plus fare (20 kg) and Max fare (30 kg), or you can buy it as a paid add-on.
How much does a checked bag cost on Transavia?
Checked baggage is sold in weight blocks and the price varies by route and how early you book. Online it starts around €31 for 15 kg and ~€36 for 20 kg one-way, rising on longer or peak routes. At the airport it is far higher — roughly €70 for 15 kg and €80 for 20 kg — so always add bags when booking.
What are Transavia's checked baggage weight and size limits?
Checked bags can measure up to 70 x 60 x 30 cm. No single piece may exceed 32 kg, and the total across up to 5 pieces is capped at 50 kg per passenger. Overweight costs about €15 per extra 5 kg online, or roughly €12/kg at the airport.
What is the difference between Transavia's Basic, Smart, Plus and Max fares?
Basic = hand luggage only. Smart = hand luggage plus an overhead cabin bag. Plus = hand luggage plus 20 kg checked. Max = hand luggage, an overhead cabin bag and 30 kg checked, with the most flexibility. If you need a hold bag, compare Basic-plus-paid-bag against the Plus fare — Plus is often cheaper than buying the bag separately.
How much does it cost to bring skis, a bike or golf clubs on Transavia?
Special and sports baggage must be registered in advance. Typical 2026 one-way fees: ski/winter sports equipment from ~€34 (max 15 kg), golf equipment from ~€42 online (~€50 offline, max 15 kg), and bicycles around €52. Booking online is cheaper than at the airport.
Can I bring a musical instrument on Transavia?
Small instruments such as a guitar or violin can travel as your cabin/hand item. Larger instruments must be checked into the hold, or — if they do not exceed 110 x 44 x 65 cm and 20 kg — carried on a separately purchased seat.
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