Family and luggage

Extra luggage at Paris airports — which vehicle do you need?

In short

Oversized bags are the main reason airport pickups go wrong — the boot will not close, someone rides without a belt, or you pay for a second car on the spot. Count bags and odd shapes before you book.

Vehicle by luggage count

2 adults, 2 large + 2 cabin

Sedan

Standard booking

3 adults, 3 large + 3 cabin

Minivan

Sedan trunk will not fit

4 adults, 4 large suitcases

Minivan (max 7 seats)

Everyone needs a seat belt

2 adults + golf bag or bike box

Minivan

Describe dimensions in notes

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Book the right vehicle

What affects your timing

  • Airlines may charge for extra bags — your car capacity is separate.
  • CDG and Orly have luggage carts (€2 deposit) — factor loading time.
  • Minivan does not mean unlimited bags — boot still has limits.
  • Fragile items: keep in cabin bag; drivers are not insured as movers.
  • Return trip: same vehicle class if bag count unchanged.

Common situations

Shopping trip — extra bags on return

Return flight often has more bags than arrival — upgrade vehicle class when booking round trip.

Book minivan for return leg even if sedan worked arriving.

Car seat + stroller + 3 suitcases

An installed child seat reduces boot space — a minivan is safer than packing everything in tight.

List stroller model (folded size) in booking notes.

Trade show materials + roll-up banner

Long tubes may not fit a sedan — photo or dimensions help us assign the right car.

Email dimensions if over 120 cm length.

Typical passenger mistakes

  • Hiding a fourth suitcase "we will hold on laps"

    Illegal and unsafe — driver may refuse departure until vehicle is upgraded.

  • Assuming minivan fits 8 people with bags

    Standard minivan seats 7 — eighth passenger needs a second vehicle.

  • Not mentioning ski trip in February

    Ski bags are long and rigid — always minivan and often roof rules apply.

Getting ready

  1. 1

    Count every piece

    Large checked, cabin roll-ons, backpacks, baby gear.

  2. 2

    Pick vehicle class

    When in doubt, minivan costs less than a failed pickup.

  3. 3

    Add notes for odd shapes

    Golf, bikes, instruments — dimensions in cm.

  4. 4

    Confirm at meet

    If bags increased (shopping), tell driver before loading — may need trunk repack or upgrade.

Frequently asked questions

Do drivers help load luggage?+

Extra fee for minivan vs sedan?+

Can two sedans be cheaper than one minivan?+