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Transavia Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 25 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Jul 2026Sourced from the official Transavia policy

Exact Transavia carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.

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  1. Quick answer
  2. Transavia dimensions
  3. Weight limit
  4. Carry-on fee
  5. Bag fit matrix
  6. Fare class breakdown
  7. Overhead bin size
  8. Avoiding gate-check
  9. What counts as a personal item
  10. Common mistakes
  11. Gate-check process
  12. vs easyJet
  13. Checked bag fees
  14. Special items
  15. Basic economy
  16. FAQ
  17. Sources

Quick answer

Transavia carry-on bags can be up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8"), with a 10 kg (22 lb) weight limit, and no carry-on fee except on the Basic and Plus fares, which include a personal item only.

  • Carry-on size: up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8")
  • Weight limit: 10 kg (22 lb)
  • Carry-on fee: free except on the Basic and Plus fares (personal item only)
  • Personal item: up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"), free on every fare
  • Gate-check risk: High
  • Last verified: Jul 2026
Transavia carry-on maximum size, 55 x 40 x 25 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8 inches)55 cm (21.7")25 cm (9.8")40 cm(15.7")LHW
Transavia maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Carry-On Bag

Max dimensions (cm)
55 x 40 x 25 cm
Max dimensions (in)
21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8"
Weight limit
10 kg (22 lb)
Fee
Free
Gate-check risk
High

A larger cabin bag (55x40x25 cm) is included only on Smart and Max fares. Basic and Plus fares allow only a small hand luggage item (40x30x20 cm) for the cabin. The cabin bag add-on costs approximately 10-27 EUR when booked online. Combined weight of hand luggage and cabin bag must not exceed 10 kg.

Personal Item

Max dimensions (cm)
40 x 30 x 20 cm
Max dimensions (in)
15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"
Included
Yes, free

One piece of hand luggage (40x30x20 cm) is included free on all fares. Must fit under the seat. This is effectively the personal item on Basic and Plus fares, which do not include an overhead cabin bag.

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Alliance and loyalty

Alliance
None
Loyalty program
Flying Blue

Transavia cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Transavia carry-on size is 55 x 40 x 25 cm, which works out to 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8 inches. These measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets, so a bag marketed as "22 inch" can go over if its wheels push the total past 55 cm. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.

Transavia carry-on weight limit

Transavia limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Transavia charge for carry-on bags?

No. Transavia includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the Basic and Plus fares, which include a personal item only. Check your specific fare rules before you book.

What bags fit as a Transavia personal item

Common bag types compared against the Transavia personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.

Bag typeTypical sizeOn Transavia
Standard backpack
Everyday daypack, laptop backpack
18 x 13 x 8"Too big
Tote bag
Canvas or leather tote
15 x 14 x 5"Too big
Laptop bag
Messenger or slim briefcase
16 x 12 x 4"Too big
Small duffel
Gym or weekender
18 x 11 x 11"Too big
Purse
Handbag or crossbody
12 x 10 x 5"Fits
Under-seat roller
Mini wheeled bag
16 x 14 x 8"Too big

Transavia carry-on by fare class

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
BasicNot includedIncludedHand luggage only (40x30x20 cm, 10 kg). No overhead cabin bag or checked bag.
SmartIncludedIncludedIncludes cabin bag (55x40x25 cm) plus hand luggage. No checked bag.
PlusNot includedIncludedHand luggage only but includes 20 kg checked bag and seat selection.
MaxIncludedIncludedIncludes cabin bag, 30 kg checked bag, priority boarding, seat selection, and flexibility.

Transavia overhead bin size by aircraft

Transavia operates Boeing 737-800 and 737-700 aircraft. Overhead bins accommodate the 55x40x25 cm cabin bag, but only the first 70 cabin bags are guaranteed overhead space. Remaining bags are gate-checked free of charge.

Avoiding gate-check on Transavia

Max fare passengers board with priority. Other passengers board by row number from back to front. Since only 70 cabin bags fit in overhead bins, later boarders on full flights risk having their bag gate-checked even if they paid for a cabin bag add-on.

What counts as a personal item on Transavia

Allowed

  • Small backpack
  • Laptop bag
  • Purse
  • Handbag

Counts as a second carry-on

  • Full-size roller bag
  • Large duffel
  • Any bag exceeding 40x30x20 cm on Basic or Plus fares

Common Transavia carry-on mistakes

  • Assuming Basic fare includes an overhead cabin bag, it does not and only allows the small 40x30x20 cm hand luggage.
  • Booking Plus and expecting a cabin bag, Plus includes checked baggage but not a cabin bag.
  • Exceeding 10 kg combined weight for hand luggage and cabin bag, Transavia weighs bags and charges 12 EUR per excess kg.
  • Arriving late to the gate with a cabin bag, only the first 70 are guaranteed overhead space.

What happens if your bag does not fit on Transavia

Transavia limits overhead cabin bags to 70 per flight. If overhead bins are full, remaining cabin bags are gate-checked at no additional charge. However, if your bag exceeds the allowed dimensions, a 40 EUR fee is charged to check it. Bags flagged with a red sticker (46-55 cm length) may be checked if overhead space runs out.

Transavia vs easyJet carry-on

Transavia and easyJet compete on short-haul European leisure routes from overlapping bases including Amsterdam and Paris. Transavia's free hand luggage is 40x30x20 cm at 10 kg, while easyJet allows 45x36x20 cm at up to 15 kg, giving easyJet a larger and heavier free item. Transavia's cabin bag add-on (55x40x25 cm) costs 10-27 EUR online, while easyJet prices its large cabin bag (56x45x25 cm) by route and date online and charges £60 at the gate. Transavia's Smart fare bundles the cabin bag, as easyJet's Inclusive Plus fare and easyJet Plus membership do. Transavia caps overhead bags at 70 per flight and gate-checks the rest free, whereas easyJet enforces its policy more strictly and charges for non-compliant bags at the gate.

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Transavia checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bag€9-100*
2nd bagNot published
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit70 lb
Linear dim65 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

* The 1st bag price is the figure Transavia publishes, in the currency it prints, and it varies by route, timing, and fare.

No fare includes free checked baggage except Plus (20 kg included) and Max (30 kg included). Pre-paid fees range from 9 to 100 EUR depending on weight tier and route: up to 15 kg costs 9-28 EUR online, 16-20 kg is 13-35 EUR, 21-25 kg is 17-42 EUR, 26-30 kg is 26-54 EUR. Airport counter prices are much higher (45-150 EUR). Maximum 32 kg per bag and 50 kg total per passenger across up to 5 bags. Overweight surcharge at the airport is 12 EUR per kg.

Ways to skip the Transavia checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Transavia carry-on size.
  2. Check your Flying Blue status. See whether your tier includes a free checked bag on Transavia.
Transavia special items & sports equipment
Ski / snowboard
In EURsee details below
Golf clubs
In EURsee details below
Bicycle
In EURsee details below
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments may be carried on board if they fit within the hand luggage dimensions. Larger instruments exceeding 110x44x65 cm or 20 kg must be shipped separately.

Sports equipment requires advance reservation at least 2 hours before departure. Golf equipment costs approximately 42-50 EUR, winter sports (ski/snowboard) 42-45 EUR, diving gear 42-55 EUR, and bicycles 52 EUR, all with a maximum weight of 15-23 kg depending on item. Pet in cabin costs 50-180 EUR depending on route. Pets must fit in a carrier measuring 40x30x24 cm. All fees are in EUR as Transavia does not publish USD pricing.

Transavia basic economy restrictions
BasicTransavia's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • Only hand luggage (40x30x20 cm) included, no overhead cabin bag
  • No checked baggage included
  • No seat selection included
  • Non-refundable

Frequently asked questions

What is the Transavia carry-on size limit?

Transavia allows carry-on bags up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

What are the Transavia carry-on dimensions in cm?

The Transavia carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 40 x 25 cm. In inches that converts to 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.

What is the Transavia hand luggage allowance?

Transavia hand luggage (the cabin bag that goes in the overhead bin) can measure up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm and weigh up to 10 kg. A personal item that fits under the seat is included on every fare.

What is the Transavia carry-on weight limit?

Transavia limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Transavia charge for carry-on bags?

No. Transavia includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the Basic and Plus fares, which include a personal item only.

What is the Transavia personal item size?

The personal item on Transavia must fit within 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. One piece of hand luggage (40x30x20 cm) is included free on all fares. Must fit under the seat. This is effectively the personal item on Basic and Plus fares, which do not include an overhead cabin bag.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Transavia?

Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on Transavia as High. It is our own rating, not a figure Transavia publishes. Plan on your carry-on being sized at the gate and be prepared to pay if it does not fit the sizer.

Can I bring a carry-on on Transavia Basic?

No. Transavia Basic passengers are limited to one personal item that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on either is not allowed or costs an extra fee.

Does a 22-inch suitcase fit as a Transavia carry-on?

No. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on (55.9 x 35.6 x 22.9 cm) is over the Transavia limit of 55 x 40 x 25 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.8"). Longest side 55.9 cm, limit 55 cm: 0.9 cm over. Choose a bag within the limit, measured with wheels and handles.

Does a backpack count as a personal item on Transavia?

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Transavia personal item limit of 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"). A backpack within that limit counts as the personal item, and a bigger one counts as the carry-on.

How much does a checked bag cost on Transavia?

The first checked bag on Transavia costs €9-100. The price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. This figure comes from the official baggage information published by Transavia, checked in June 2026.

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Sources

Facts, costs, and travel details in this carry-on guide were verified against the following sources. See our research methodology for how we vet and update data.

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