Transavia Baggage, Cancellation & Seat Policy: Complete Guide

Transavia Overview

Transavia is a European low-cost carrier (LCC) with two operating companies: Transavia France (based in Paris Orly, ORY) and Transavia Netherlands (based in Amsterdam Schiphol, AMS). Both are subsidiaries of the Air France/KLM group, though they operate as independent budget brands. Transavia primarily serves leisure routes across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Transavia Baggage Policy

Transavia operates an unbundled model similar to Ryanair and easyJet:

Personal item (all fares, free): One small personal item (40 cm × 30 cm × 15 cm for France, 40 cm × 30 cm × 20 cm for Netherlands operations) included in all fares. Must fit under the seat.

Hand baggage (cabin bag): One standard cabin bag (55 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm, up to 10 kg) can be pre-purchased. Prices vary:

• Pre-purchased online: €10–€28 per flight
• At the airport: €40–€65 per bag

Checked baggage:

• 15 kg: €12–€30 per flight online
• 20 kg: €15–€35 per flight online
• 23 kg: €20–€40 per flight online
• 32 kg: €30–€55 per flight online (where available)

As with all LCCs, prices are lowest when added at initial booking and highest at the airport.

Cancellation and Change Policy

• Basic fare: Non-refundable. Changes allowed for €25–€75 per person per flight plus any fare difference.
• Flex fare: One free flight change. Travel credit for cancellations.

EU Regulation 261/2004 applies to all Transavia flights, requiring full refund or rebooking in case of airline-initiated cancellations or delays over 3 hours.

Seat Selection

Seat selection costs €4–€20 per person per flight on Transavia depending on seat type and booking timing. Front seats and exit rows (extra legroom) cost more. Flex fare passengers may receive priority access. Without selection, seats are randomly assigned at check-in.

Flying Blue Integration

Since Transavia is part of the Air France/KLM group, Flying Blue members can earn XP (Experience Points) and Miles on Transavia flights. This is a notable advantage for Flying Blue members seeking to maintain or build status — Transavia flights count toward Flying Blue activity. Miles earned on Transavia are calculated as a flat rate per segment, not distance-based.

Pro Tips for Flying Transavia

• Bundle bag add-ons at initial booking — Transavia's online prices are always lower than airport or gate fees.
• Flying Blue members should enter their number at booking to earn XP for status qualification on Transavia flights.
• Transavia France operates from Paris Orly (ORY), which is closer to some Paris neighborhoods than CDG — check which works better for your accommodation.
• Transavia Netherlands operates from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and is often competitive on routes to North Africa and Mediterranean destinations.
• Compare Transavia with KLM and Air France on the same route — the Flying Blue earning opportunity sometimes makes a small price premium on the parent carrier worthwhile.