How many kg are allowed on international flights?

When boarding on an international Emirates Flights UK or any other region, one of the critical aspects to consider is your baggage allowance. Having a complete understanding of the rules and limits associated with your chosen travel class and destination can significantly enhance your travel experience by keeping you from any inconveniences.

Here’s everything you need to know about how many kg baggage is allowed in international flights with Emirates.

Cabin Baggage:

Also known as ‘Hand Luggage’ or ‘Carry-on Baggage,’ the cabin luggage is standardized for all of the travel classes of Emirates on its international routes whether you go by weight concept rule or piece concept rule.

Therefore, regardless of your travel class i.e., Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class; passengers are only allowed one bag weighing a maximum of 7 kilograms (approximately 15 pounds).

This carry-on bag must be small enough to fit inside the overhead compartments of your seat inside the flight cabin.

In addition to this, passengers can also carry an additional personal item free of cost such as;

  • Handbag, Laptop Bag, or Purse.
  • Overcoat/Coat.
  • Blanket
  • Electronics
  • Infant Supplies bag i.e., containing baby food, diapers, etc.

Checked Baggage:

Economy Class:

Weight Concept: Under the weight concept for checked baggage, Economy Class passengers typically enjoy a checked baggage allowance of;

  • 20 kilograms for Economy Special Tickets.
  • 25 kilograms for Economy Saver Tickets.
  • 30 kilograms for Economy Flex tickets.
  • 35 kilograms for Economy Flex Plus Tickets.

Piece Concept: Emirates allows passengers to check in a maximum of two bags (each eight up to 23 kg each) for the Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus fares under the piece concept rule. While Economy Special Fares are only allowed one piece up to 23 kg maximum.

Premium Economy Class:

Weight Concept:  Premium Economy Class travellers get more baggage allowance compared to their Economy Class. The weight limit for checked baggage is up to 35 kg.

Piece Concept: Premium Economy Class passengers may opt for the piece concept for checked baggage on select routes with an allowance of up to two pieces up to 23 kg each.

Business Class:

Weight Concept: Business Class travellers are beneficiaries of a more generous checked baggage allowance compared to their Economy Class counterparts. The weight limit for checked baggage spans from 30 kilograms to 40 kilograms depending upon the specific route and fare type.

Piece Concept: Business Class passengers may opt for the piece concept for checked baggage on select routes with an allowance of two pieces up to 32 kg each.

First Class:

Weight Concept: First Class travellers frequently savour the most generous checked baggage allowance. On many international routes, the weight limit for checked baggage in First Class can scale up to an impressive 50 kg. This substantial allowance ensures ample space for packing and contributes to the luxurious journey.

Piece Concept: In certain scenarios, First Class passengers may be presented with the option to check multiple pieces of baggage, each with its own predetermined maximum weight limit. Usually, they are allowed two pieces up to 32 kg each, providing passengers with the utmost level of convenience and flexibility during their travel.

Dimensions:

  • The total dimensions of your bags for the checked baggage under the piece concept rule for each piece must not exceed the 150 cm (59 inches) limit i.e., for its (length + width + height).
  • The dimensions of the bag for your carry-on baggage can be a maximum of (55 x 38 x 20 centimetres) or (22 x 15 x 8 inches) including wheels, handles, and locks. So, to ensure that the bag fits perfectly in the overhead storage compartments of the flight cabin.

So, that’s how many kg you can take along with you for your international Cheapest Flights or premium ones.