Air Transat Baggage, Cancellation & Seat Policy: Complete Guide

Air Transat Overview

Air Transat is a Canadian leisure airline that operates exclusively on international routes — primarily transatlantic (Canada to Europe) and sun destination routes (Canada to Caribbean, Mexico, and Florida). It is not a full-service carrier for domestic or transborder routes. Owned by Group Transat, the airline competes primarily with Air Canada vacation packages and WestJet Vacations.

Air Transat Baggage Policy

Air Transat's baggage allowance depends significantly on your fare class and booking bundle:

• Eco (basic): Carry-on (10 kg, 55 cm × 38 cm × 20 cm) plus personal item only. No checked bag.
• Eco Budget: Same carry-on rules; checked bag may be included depending on destination and season — always check at booking.
• Eco / Option Plus (standard): One checked bag at 23 kg included.
• Club (business): Two checked bags at 32 kg each.

Option Plus bundles add significant value: one checked bag, snacks and drinks, seat selection, and priority boarding for a modest additional fee above the base fare. For transatlantic travelers needing a bag, Option Plus is typically more cost-effective than purchasing components separately.

Excess bags can be added online for approximately $60–$100 CAD depending on the route. At the airport, fees are higher.

Cancellation and Change Policy

Air Transat is primarily a leisure carrier, and its change policies reflect this:

• Eco fare: Non-refundable. Changes permitted with a fee of approximately $75–$150 CAD depending on route and timing.
• Eco with Option Plus: Slightly improved terms in some bundles.
• Club (flexible): Changes and cancellations with travel credit; some fares fully refundable.

Air Transat has a 24-hour risk-free cancellation for tickets booked directly. The airline has historically offered travel credits rather than cash refunds for cancellations, which is worth noting for travelers concerned about cancellation risk.

Seat Selection

Seat selection fees on Air Transat depend on fare and seat type:

• Standard economy seats: $12–$30 CAD per flight
• Preferred/Club Zone seats: $20–$60 CAD
• Option Plus bundle includes advance seat selection
• Club Class: Free seat selection

Air Transat's aircraft typically offer an economy cabin with 31–32 inch pitch and a Club section (premium economy equivalent on most aircraft, true business class on some).

Club Transat Loyalty Program

Club Transat is Air Transat's reward program. Unlike traditional mileage programs, Club Transat earns points based on the amount spent on Air Transat flights, vacation packages, and hotel bookings. Points can be redeemed for travel discounts on future bookings.

Club Transat does not have a published status tier system with traditional airline elite benefits. It is primarily a cashback-style rewards program suited for repeat leisure travelers who book packages rather than frequent business travelers.

Pro Tips for Flying Air Transat

• Option Plus bundle is excellent value for transatlantic travelers — it typically adds a checked bag, priority boarding, snacks, seat selection, and a travel kit for $50–$80 CAD.
• Air Transat flies direct from Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ), Quebec City (YQB), and other Canadian cities to European destinations including Paris, London, Amsterdam, Lisbon, and Athens — often at lower prices than Air Canada.
• Look for Transat's 'New Deals' promotions, particularly in January and February for summer transatlantic routes, which can offer excellent value.
• Club Class (available on some routes) provides a business/premium economy experience with enhanced seating and service at leisure carrier prices.
• Air Transat often allows flexible seat selection changes up to 24 hours before departure — book a cheaper seat early and upgrade closer to the flight if preferred seats become available at a lower price.