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The checked baggage allowance for Malaysia Airlines depends on the fare type, so be sure to check what your allowance is – especially for economy where there are 4 fare types for international flights. Excess luggage is charged per kilogram…

Lufthansa is Europe’s only airline to be awarded 5-star status by Skytrax, which assesses airlines by their quality and safety standards. With its main hub at Frankfurt Airport [FRA] in Frankfurt, Germany, Lufthansa is the largest European airline, serving destinations…

Qatar Airways was only established in 1997, but it has grown an extensive flight route consisting of 83 countries, with more being launched every year. Consistently voted the world’s best airline in the yearly Skytrax awards, Qatar Airways is a…

Sunwing Airlines does not include free checked luggage for flight-only passengers, so this must be purchased separately. Passengers traveling on a Sunwing Vacations or Cruise package receive their first checked bag for free. Let’s review the costs. Sunwing Airlines Carry-on…

Finnair has a variety of fare types for economy, and they usually include 1 or 2 checked bags, depending on the passenger’s luggage needs. If you plan to fly with more luggage than you get for free, be sure to…

Qantas has a flexible carry-on policy for passengers flying within Australia and for first, business, and premium economy passengers flying internationally. This gives passengers the choice between bringing 1 standard carry-on bag at a larger size or 2 pieces that…

Cape Air includes a standard carry-on and a personal item, but depending on the aircraft, you may not be able to store your items in the cabin due to restricted space. Checked luggage is included in the ticket for flights…

Copa Airlines has clear-cut fees for additional baggage and excess charges, which must be paid at the airport. Checked luggage is included with all fares (except Economy Basic) on Copa Airlines and 2 checked bags are permitted for Economy Full…

VIVA Aerobus has a flexible approach to carry-on and checked luggage. Passengers can purchase additional weight to increase their allowance for both types or add a piece of checked luggage. The fee depends on when and how you purchase your…

Qatar Airways has a generous baggage allowance for flights that uses the weight concept (all flights excluding to/from Africa or the Americas). The allowance for economy passengers is 44 pounds (20 kg) to 77 pounds (35 kg), depending on the…

Sun Country Airlines charges for everything but a personal item and the baggage fees depend on when and how you purchase your baggage. That said, there’s only $10 between purchasing a bag at the time of booking compared to at…

Aer Lingus’ checked baggage policy is a little unusual for its European flights but provides lots of flexibility for purchasing different weights, with the ability to split that weight across multiple pieces. Baggage can be up to 50% cheaper when…

Traveling with an infant can seem like an impossible task when you consider the vast amount of gear you will need to take with you. Cribs, car seats, and even strollers add bulk and weight to already tightly packed suitcases…

Update: As of December 11, 2020, Interjet has ceased operations.  Interjet has quite a generous baggage policy for a low-cost carrier, with a weight allowance per piece of 55 pounds (25 kg) for its lower fares. This is 5 pounds…

Volaris has flexible fares when it comes to carry-on luggage. When traveling light, Vuela Basic is the most cost-effective fare with 1 standard cabin bag included on domestic flights, and passengers looking for more carry-on luggage can opt for Vuela…

Icelandair has a pretty standard baggage policy. Most fare types get 1 checked bag and 1 carry-on, however, Saga Premium Flex passengers get 2 pieces for checked and carry-on. Extra baggage is reasonably priced, but watch out for oversized luggage…

Going on holiday with your little one means finding the right equipment to make them feel at home, wherever they are. Travel cribs and bassinets give your baby somewhere safe and secure to sleep. This helps them to remain calm…

TAP Air Portugal has quite a few different fare types, and the checked allowance depends on these fare types and the flight route. TAP has a fairly standard checked and carry-on allowance for economy passengers but a generous allowance for…

Skiing and snowboarding can be expensive hobbies when you take into account your lift passes, accommodation, and of course, après ski! It’s always a welcome relief to find out that you won’t incur any excess charges for taking your ski…

WestJet has a clear-cut baggage policy that makes life easy when you’re planning your travels. Checked luggage is included with some fares, and where it’s not included, the first checked bag is a relatively reasonable $30 to $83, depending on…

SkyTeam Alliance “Caring more about you.” Founded: June 2000Headquarters: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Haarlemmermeer, NetherlandsWebsite: skyteam.com The Numbers/Statistics SkyTeam Partners How It Works To achieve SkyTeam status, members must first accrue status through their respective partner airline of choice. Once this…