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Volotea (V7) is a Spanish low-cost airline focused on regional + leisure routes in Southern Europe. Founded 2011 Barcelona. 30+ Airbus A319/A320s + Boeing 717s. 90+ destinations. Specialty: small + mid-sized cities NOT served by Ryanair or Vueling — Verona, Nantes, Ajaccio, Genoa, Strasbourg, Pula, Cagliari, Olbia + many more. Baggage allowance: Basic fare: 1 small bag 40x30x20cm under seat. Plus: + cabin bag 55x40x20cm 10kg + Priority. Premium: + 1×20kg checked + free seat + flexibility. Check-in: online 4 hours-1 hour before departure (FREE). Airport check-in fee: €20-40. Hubs: Asturias, Nantes, Verona, Olbia, Athens, Toulouse, Bilbao, Cagliari, Marseille. Megavolotea loyalty: free join, earn discounts. Common fees: name change €60+, flight change €40-100. Tip: Volotea covers 75% of routes that no other airline operates — point-to-point regional. Worth checking even if not big-name airport.
Volotea baggage rules
- Free small bag (every fare): 40x30x20cm. Must fit under seat.
- Plus fare: + cabin bag 55x40x20cm 10kg + Priority Boarding.
- Premium fare: + 1×20kg checked + free seat selection + flexibility.
- Checked baggage (Basic add-on): €15-40 (cheaper online).
- Sports equipment: ski/golf €30-50.
- Pet (in cabin): €60.
- Pet (in hold): €100-150.
- Children (2-11): same as adults.
- Infants: 1 small item + stroller free.
- Gate sizer enforcement: Volotea strict on bag dimensions.
Volotea check-in + Megavolotea loyalty
- Online check-in: 4 hours to 1 hour before departure. FREE.
- Mobile boarding pass: Volotea app or PDF.
- Airport check-in fee: €20-40.
- Boarding closes 30 minutes before departure.
- Megavolotea (free): Volotea loyalty program.
- Benefits: 5-15% off flights + free changes + flexibility.
- Megavolotea Premium (annual subscription): better benefits — €30-50 per year, free changes + cabin bag included on most fares + priority + lounge access (some airports).
- Megavolotea Gold + Diamond: top tiers — earn from 3+ flights/year.
Volotea routes — regional specialist
- 90+ destinations: Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Albania, Croatia, Portugal, North Africa.
- Hubs: Asturias (Spain), Nantes (France), Verona (Italy), Olbia (Sardinia), Athens (Greece), Toulouse (France), Bilbao (Spain), Cagliari (Sardinia), Marseille (France).
- Routes NOT served by Ryanair/Vueling/easyJet: Volotea’s specialty.
- Examples: Asturias → Mallorca, Verona → Olbia, Nantes → Toulouse, Athens → Mykonos, Genoa → Madrid.
- Mediterranean + Atlantic specialty: Greek islands, Sardinia, Corsica, Mallorca, Canary Islands.
- Boeing 717: older small aircraft (100 seats). Suitable for short-haul to regional airports.
- Airbus A319/A320: newer fleet. Some routes.
- Tourist seasonal routes: heavy summer Mediterranean.
Volotea pricing + tips + reviews
- Cheap routes: €15-50 typical regional. €30-100 long-distance.
- Compare to Ryanair/Vueling: Volotea sometimes cheaper for niche routes (no competition).
- Compare to flag carriers: Volotea always cheaper but no meals/Business.
- Mediterranean summer: heavy demand. Book 6+ weeks ahead.
- Volotea Skytrax: 3-star LCC.
- Reviews: 3.5/5 stars TrustPilot. Reasonable for regional LCC.
- Common complaints: some delays, older Boeing 717 aircraft on some routes.
- Newsletter: Volotea promotional emails — sales 20-30% off sometimes.
- App exclusive: some deals only in app.
- Cashback portals: rare for Volotea.
Common Volotea fees
- Late online check-in: €20-40.
- Airport check-in: €20-40.
- Name change: €60+.
- Flight change: €40-100 + fare difference.
- Cancellation: non-refundable Basic. Refund Plus + Premium (partial).
- Oversized cabin bag at gate: €50.
- Extra checked bag at airport: +€15-30 vs online.
- Pet (in cabin): €60.
- Pet (in hold): €100-150.
- Special assistance: FREE — book 48h ahead.
- Megavolotea Premium: €30-50/year — pays back if 2+ flights/year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Volotea baggage allowance?
Basic fare: 1 small bag 40x30x20cm. Plus: + cabin bag 55x40x20cm 10kg + Priority. Premium: + 1×20kg checked. Add bags €15-40 to Basic if needed.
Volotea check-in online?
4 hours to 1 hour before departure. FREE. Avoid airport check-in €20-40 fee. Mobile boarding pass via app.
Volotea routes special?
Yes — Volotea specializes in routes NOT served by Ryanair/Vueling/easyJet. Asturias, Verona, Olbia, Nantes, Athens, Cagliari hubs. Regional + island routes. Often only airline option.
Volotea vs Vueling?
Vueling: bigger, IAG group (BA/Iberia), Barcelona hub. Volotea: smaller, regional specialist, point-to-point routes. Choose by route — Volotea often only option for small cities.
Volotea Megavolotea Premium?
Annual subscription €30-50. Free changes + cabin bag included + priority + lounge access some airports. Pays back if 2+ flights/year. Megavolotea (free join) earns small discounts.
Volotea pets?
Yes — pets allowed. Small in cabin €60 (max 8kg). Larger in hold €100-150. Crate required for hold. Some restrictions — check before booking.
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- Cabin-size carry-on suitcase — fits 55x40x20cm.
- Underseat backpack 40x20x25 — low-cost personal item.
- Travel insurance Europe — flight delay coverage.