A baggage allowance, also known as a baggage policy, is the baggage restriction per passenger on a flight. Each airline sets their own baggage allowance, with restrictions on size, weight and amount of pieces for both checked luggage and hand luggage. Airlines set different restrictions depending on ticket class, type of ticket, passenger status and the origin and destination of the flight.
What are the most important parts of a baggage allowance?
Each allowance contains different size and weight restrictions, as well as potential fees. The following points cover the most important things to know about a baggage allowance.
Checked baggage vs. carry-on luggage
Checked baggage and carry-on luggage each have their own policy, and each policy may have upgrade options at a cost. In some cases, both checked baggage and carry-on luggage are free of charge, but they can both incur an extra cost.
Piece Concept vs. Weight Concept
Airlines define policies based on a Piece or a Weight Concept.
A Piece Concept limits each bag to a certain weight. The weight limit depends on factors such as ticket class, passenger status and more.
A Weight Concept places a limit on the combined weight of a passenger’s baggage. Like the Piece Concept, the weight limit depends on factors such as ticket class, passenger status and more.
Size
Size restrictions mainly apply to carry-on luggage, so it can fit into the overhead lockers. Carry-on luggage exceeding size restrictions are often put in the hold and may incur a cost.
Weight restrictions apply to both checked baggage and carry-on luggage. Checked baggage is weighed upon check-in, and carry-on luggage may be weighed prior to boarding.
Fees
Fees may be applied to checked luggage, and in some cases to carry-on luggage. Baggage that is over the weight and size restrictions may incur a cost.
Oversized and overweight luggage
Oversized luggage, such as sports equipment and musical instruments, is dealt with in a specific oversized luggage policy.
Where to find an airline’s baggage allowance
Airlines often have a standard outline of their baggage allowance on their website. However, allowances can vary, depending on the flight. During the booking process, websites display the allowance for your specific flight, with different upgrade options to choose from.
What are the standard baggage allowances?
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has published recommended baggage allowances. However, these are guidelines and do not apply to all airlines. It is important to consult the specific policies of each airline prior to check-in.
Can I combine luggage if I’m traveling in a group?
Baggage allowances are on a per-passenger basis. For example, this means that one passenger cannot exceed their personal allowance if someone else in their group is under their weight restriction.
What does a 2pc baggage allowance mean?
A 2pc baggage allowance refers to a policy that allows 2 pieces of baggage.
Can I changemy baggage allowance?
Most airlines offer the option of upgrading baggage allowance before the flight. Each airline stipulates their own allowance options and the period of time that upgrades are possible.
A baggage allowance, also known as a baggage policy, is the baggage restriction per passenger on a flight. Each airline sets their own baggage allowance, with restrictions on size, weight and amount of pieces for both checked luggage and hand luggage.
Review Your Booking Confirmation: When you book your flight, you typically receive a booking confirmation email. This email may contain information about your baggage allowance and any additional fees for checked baggage. Contact the Airline: If you can't find the informat.
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You can bring one carry-on bag and one personal item for free on most domestic and international flights. But there are a few rules you'll need to follow.
Again, the weight limit depends on the airline. It would help if you were sure to find the weight limits on luggage before packing. Generally, carry-on bags can be up to 22 pounds or about 10 kilograms. A checked bag has more freedom and can weight up to approximately 50 pounds, or 22 kilograms.
To the rest of the world, you can carry 20-30 kgs per person with most of the airlines. Some airlines like Etihad and Turkish Airlines allow 30 kgs of luggage per passenger. In comparison, others like British Airways, Air France, Lufthansa and others allow 23 kgs of check-in baggage per person.
Typically in economy, you can bring one carry-on and one personal item. If you bring two bags, one must fit underneath your seat and the other can go into the overhead bin. If you're flying in an upgraded class like business or first, you may be allowed an additional carry-on bag.
Economy class: One or two pieces, up to 15 kg/33 lb or 25 kg/55 lb each, depending on the route. Business and first class: Two pieces, each weighing up to 35 kg/77 lb.
A number of airlines allow two or more bags checked for international travel. These include Air Canada, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus, and Virgin Atlantic among others.
Under the Weight Concept, each passenger is permitted to check in a total weight regardless of the number of suitcases. Often passengers traveling together can also combine their allowed weights. The total weight varies per airline and depends on the class, elite status, type of ticket, flight origin and destination.
Airlines calculate the weight of passengers by using a standard average weight to estimate the total weight of passengers on board. This average weight includes the passenger's body weight, as well as their carry-on luggage .
Baggage includes all items passengers either hand over at the counter to go in the plane's cargo hold or carry with them on board. When you buy a ticket, the purchased flight package usually comes with specific baggage allowances at different rates. This allowance is split across Cabin Baggage and Check-in Baggage.
The abbreviation PC stands for baggage space (from the English piece concept). The number in front of the abbreviation is the number of bags or suitcases you can take with you at the fare. The total size of each piece of baggage (length + width + height) may not exceed 158 cm.
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