{"id":18452,"date":"2023-06-10T09:20:56","date_gmt":"2023-06-10T09:20:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.battleface.com\/blog\/?p=18452"},"modified":"2023-07-06T09:09:55","modified_gmt":"2023-07-06T09:09:55","slug":"baggage-allowance-british-airways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.battleface.com\/blog\/baggage-allowance-british-airways\/","title":{"rendered":"#baggagepro \u2013 British Airways baggage allowance"},"content":{"rendered":"Approx read: <\/span> 5<\/span> mins<\/span><\/span>

How much? How big? How heavy? How many?<\/h2>\n

battleface answers your BA baggage questions<\/h3>\n


British Airways is one of the most popular airlines in the world, and for a good reason. They offer a variety of <\/span><\/span>services to their customers, which can be a major consideration when booking a flight. Here\u2019s what you need <\/span><\/span>to know about their baggage allowance<\/a>.<\/span><\/span>
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The basics<\/h4>\n

British Airways allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item on board. The carry-on bag <\/span><\/span>must not exceed 56 x 45 x 25 cm, including handles and wheels. The personal item can be a laptop bag, a small <\/span><\/span>handbag, or a briefcase, and must not exceed 40 x 30 x 15 cm.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Checked baggage allowance varies depending on the route and cabin class. The maximum weight per bag <\/span><\/span>is 23kg. For example, passengers in Economy are allowed one bag weighing up to 23 kg. Passengers in Premium <\/span><\/span>Economy and Business are allowed two at 23kg each. And, of course, passengers in First Class are allowed three at <\/span><\/span>23kg each. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Excess baggage<\/h4>\n

Extra checked-in bags beyond the free quota for your class are an extra fee again. So a 2nd bag costs <\/span><\/span>\u00a365, your 3rd \u00a3130 and your 4th another \u00a3130. These are the online prices. If you arrive at the airport and pay at <\/span><\/span>check-in, it always costs more.<\/span><\/span>
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It\u2019s wise to note that excess baggage fees almost always apply if you exceed your baggage allowance. The airline can <\/span><\/span>and often do charge you for an extra bag if your case weighs over 23kg, even if it is slightly over the limit. This can be <\/span><\/span>harsh and airlines do allow a little flexibility. But not if the case weighs significantly more than the stipulated 23kg.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Besides the standard baggage allowance, British Airways offers other baggage services for those who need to trans<\/span><\/span>port special items.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Sports equipment<\/span><\/span>
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If it fits in your hand baggage, and it\u2019s allowed in the cabin, it\u2019s free. If it fits in your checked baggage allowance and <\/span><\/span>it\u2019s not restricted, it\u2019s free. No matter whether you\u2019re a rock climber, diver or snowboarder, there\u2019s plenty of space for <\/span><\/span>your weird and wonderful items.<\/span><\/span>
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If you\u2019re travelling with big or heavy sports equipment, British Airways can arrange for them to be shipped as cargo. <\/span><\/span>The only exceptions are pedal bike boxes which can be taken as checked baggage. Just let BA know you\u2019re taking it <\/span><\/span>beforehand.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Dive gear<\/h4>\n

Need to take your diving equipment with you? No problem. You can take most items as part of your checked bag<\/span><\/span>gage allowance. If it\u2019s packed in a recognised kit bag and doesn\u2019t exceed the size and weight for checked baggage, <\/span><\/span>you\u2019re good to go.<\/span> If in doubt, always contact British Airways at least 24 hours before your scheduled flight. Longer, if <\/span><\/span>you can. And they can confirm what you can and cannot take.<\/span><\/span>
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Winter sports equipment<\/h4>\n

Hitting the slopes? You can take skiing or snowboarding equipment as part of your checked baggage so long as the <\/span><\/span>bag is 190 x 75 x 65 cm. You don\u2019t need to let the airline know in advance. However, arrive at the airport extra early <\/span><\/span>for your flight as these items can take longer to check in. Skis and snowboards must be packed in a protective bag. <\/span><\/span>For safety reasons you can\u2019t board an aircraft wearing ski boots. That and the fact you\u2019d look pretty silly.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Boards, oars, rods and cues<\/h4>\n

Catching some waves? You can take surfboards and kayaks with paddles in a protective bag as part of your checked <\/span><\/span>baggage as long as the packed bag is under 190cm in length. Larger surfboards, kayaks, canoes and paddles need <\/span><\/span>to be booked as cargo.<\/span><\/span>
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Items such as tennis rackets, collapsed fishing rods or snooker cues, hockey sticks or traditional skateboard decks <\/span><\/span>cannot be carried as part of your hand baggage. This is due to their length, as they generally exceed the 56cm <\/span><\/span>length limit of items in the cabin. These sporting items need to be carried in the hold. Also, they may not be per<\/span><\/span>mitted at many airport security points across the British Airways network. Electric skateboards are not permitted on <\/span><\/span>British Airways aircraft at all, either in the cabin or in the hold. This is due to lithium batteries\u2019 unstable nature.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Musical Instruments<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n

Do you plan to travel with your musical instrument? Ukulele, fiddle or full orchestra, there are plenty of ways to take <\/span><\/span>them with you. If your instrument fits in your baggage allowance, it\u2019s free. If you\u2019ve already used your free checked <\/span><\/span>baggage allowance, you may have to pay to put it in the hold. Small instruments up to 80 cm long can be carried in <\/span><\/span>the cabin.<\/span><\/span>
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If you want to take an instrument over 80cm long in the cabin, you can buy an extra seat by contacting BA 24 hours <\/span><\/span>before your flight. These instruments cannot be included in your hand baggage allowance. If you don\u2019t book a seat <\/span><\/span>for your instrument, it will be placed in the hold as part of your free checked baggage allowance. <\/span><\/span>If your instrument is really large, BA will try to accommodate those in the hold. But, again, you should contact them <\/span><\/span>at least 24 hours before flying to let them know.<\/span><\/span>
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Exceeding the weight limit but not the size limit? If your instrument is over 23kg, you may have to pay a heavy bag<\/span><\/span>gage charge. BA can carry 45kg. Always contact them at least 24 hours before you fly so they know of any instrument <\/span><\/span>over 32kg and their staff can be ready to handle it at the airport. Anything larger than the maximum checked bag<\/span><\/span>gage weight or dimensions must be shipped as cargo.<\/span><\/span>
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British Airways baggage allowance is pretty generous and straight forward. If in doubt, the safest bet is <\/span><\/span>always to contact them in advance and get their advice. Best to be safe than sorry. Don\u2019t want to leave your <\/span><\/span>precious surfboard or cello stranded at Heathrow!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Baggage requirements can change. Always check with your airline for updates.<\/em><\/pre>\n
The world\u2019s most \u2018adventure-friendly\u2019 airlines<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n
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