Air Transat says it will no longer allow carry-on bags for its low-fare customers on most flights in the latest example of discount carrier tactics entering the mainstream.
Starting Tuesday, passengers on the airline’s Eco Budget and Eco Promo fare class will have to check their luggage for a fee of between $35 and $50 on flights within North and South America.
Air Transat is also ending its policy of one free checked suitcase for its next-lowest fare class, called Eco Standard.
Trips to Europe, Peru and North Africa, as well as all-inclusive packages, remain unaffected by the changes.
Travellers of all fare classes will still be allowed to take a small personal item such as a purse or laptop bag on board for free….