Etihad Baggage Fees & Tips To Cover The Expenses
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Etihad has a very straightforward baggage policy in terms of included allowance.
The cost of additional pieces and overweight/oversized luggage is more complex, with a more in-depth table presented on their website.
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Etihad Carry-On Allowance
1 personal item: FREE (5kg)
# of Standard carry-on items:
- Economy: 1 bag up to 7kg FREE
- Business & First Class: 2 bags with a combined weight of 12kg FREE
Size Restrictions
- Personal: 40cm x 30cm x 15cm
- Standard: 50cm x 40cm x 25 cm
Lap Infant Carry-On Policy
- Allowed 1 bag, up to 5kg FREE
Stroller Check Policy
- Etihad will place luggage tags on strollers at the check-in process. These strollers are permitted to be used within the airport, and will be checked in at the gate free of charge.
- Strollers are also allowed to be checked at the ticket counter, as Etihad provides complimentary strollers that are available in the terminal.
Etihad Checked Baggage Allowance
General policy for weight allowance (excluding routes detailed in the table below)
- Economy: 23kg (50lb)
- Economy Saver and Classic: 30kg (66lb)
- Economy Flex: 35kg (77lb)
- Business Class: 40kg (88lb)
- First Class: 50kg (110lb)
All checked bags must adhere to max linear dimensions of:
- To / from Canada and the US: 158cm (70cm x 50cm x 38cm)
- To / from all other destinations: 207cm (90cm x 72cm x 45cm)
The following routes have specific baggage allowances, with an individual item not exceeding 32kg:
| Route | Economy | Business | First | ||
| To/From US and Canada | 2 bags, up to 23kg ea. | 2 bags, up to 32kg ea. | 2 bags, up to 32kg ea. | ||
| Africa to/from Most Destinations (excl US/Canada) | 40kg | 40kg | 50kg | ||
| GCC, Lebanon & Jordan to/from Africa | 40kg | 40kg | 50kg | ||
| GCC to/from Bangladesh, Indonesia & Philippines | 40kg | 40kg | 50kg | ||
| From India to UK | 40kg | 50kg | 60kg | ||
| Route | Economy Deals & Economy Saver and Classic | Economy Flex | Business | First | |
| India, Australia, China, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, Hong Kong to/from Africa | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| Australia to Europe | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| Asia to/from Europe & GCC | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| Philippines, India, Pakistan, & Bangladesh to/from Europe | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| GCC to/from Indian Subcontinent (excluding Bangladesh) | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| To/from India and Europe (excluding UK) | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| From India & Pakistan to Australia | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| Italy to China | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| UK to India | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg | |
| Route | Economy Deal | Economy Saver & Classic | Economy Flex | Business Class | First Class |
| China to/from Japan | Hand luggage only | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg |
| UAE to/from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Lebanon | Hand luggage only | 30kg | 35kg | 40kg | 50kg |
| Egypt to/from UAE | Hand luggage only | 40kg | 40kg | 40kg | 50kg |
For other routes please see Etihad’s policy here.
The same baggage allowance applies to your outbound and return flights unless two separate tickets have been booked.
Lap Infant Checked Bag Policy
- To / from USA and Canada
- 1 bag, up to 23kg
- To / from all other destinations
- 1 bag, up to 10kg
For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Etihad’s policy here.
Additional / Excess Baggage Fees
Additional fees for hand baggage only fare (prices below are inclusive of the 20% discount when booking online up to 48 hours before departure:)
| From | To | 10kg | 20kg | 25kg | 30kg | 35kg |
| UAE | Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Lebanon and Egypt | $32 | $48 | $120 | $192 | $264 |
| Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Lebanon | UAE | $32 | $48 | $120 | $192 | $264 |
| China to / from Japan | $32 | $48 | $120 | $192 | $264 | |
Fees for U.S. and Canada (prices are inclusive of the 20% discount when booking online up to 48 hours before departure:)
| From/To | To/From | Additional 1 x 23kg bag | Additional 1 x 32kg bag | Increase weight allowance from 23kg to 32kg |
| Americas (U.S. or Canada) | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $307 | $432 | $132 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | $256 | $360 | $110 | |
| Indian Subcontinent | $256 | $360 | $110 | |
| Asia | $256 | $360 | $110 | |
| Europe | $256 | $360 | $110 | |
| Africa | $256 | $400 | $110 | |
| Americas | $256 | $400 | $110 | |
| Australia | $256 | $400 | $120 | |
| Japan/Korea | $256 | $400 | $120 |
For other fare types and destinations, additional/excess luggage can be purchased in 5kg increments – price dependent on route/zone & amount of weight required.
Prices are inclusive of the 20% discount when booking online up to 48 hours before departure:
| From | To | 5kg | 10kg | 15kg | 20kg | 25kg | 30kg | 35kg |
| UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $72 | $144 | $184 | $224 | $264 | $288 | $312 |
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| Asia | $100 | $200 | $300 | $400 | $500 | $600 | $700 | |
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| Australia | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 | |
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $72 | $144 | $184 | $224 | $264 | $288 | $312 |
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| Asia | $100 | $200 | $300 | $400 | $500 | $600 | $700 | |
| Europe | ||||||||
| Africa | ||||||||
| Australia | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 | |
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Indian Subcontinent | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $72 | $144 | $184 | $224 | $264 | $288 | $312 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | ||||||||
| Indian Subcontinent | $100 | $200 | $300 | $400 | $500 | $600 | $700 | |
| Asia | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 | |
| Europe | ||||||||
| Africa | ||||||||
| Australia | $156 | $312 | $468 | $624 | $780 | $936 | $1092 | |
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Asia | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $100 | $200 | $300 | $400 | $500 | $600 | $700 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | ||||||||
| Indian Subcontinent | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 | |
| Asia | ||||||||
| Europe | ||||||||
| Africa | ||||||||
| Australia | $156 | $312 | $468 | $624 | $780 | $936 | $1092 | |
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Europe | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $100 | $200 | $300 | $400 | $500 | $600 | $700 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | ||||||||
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| Indian Subcontinent | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 | |
| Asia | ||||||||
| Africa | ||||||||
| Australia | $156 | $312 | $468 | $624 | $780 | $936 | $1092 | |
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Africa | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $100 | $200 | $300 | $400 | $500 | $600 | $700 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | ||||||||
| Africa | ||||||||
| Indian Subcontinent | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 | |
| Asia | ||||||||
| Europe | ||||||||
| Australia | $156 | $312 | $468 | $624 | $780 | $936 | $1092 | |
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Australia | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | ||||||||
| Europe | $156 | $312 | $468 | $624 | $780 | $936 | $1092 | |
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| Indian Subcontinent | ||||||||
| Africa | ||||||||
| Australia | ||||||||
| Japan and Korea | ||||||||
| Japan and Korea | UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia | $128 | $256 | $384 | $512 | $640 | $768 | $896 |
| Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan | ||||||||
| Indian Subcontinent | $156 | $312 | $468 | $624 | $780 | $936 | $1092 | |
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| Japan and Korea |
- During booking, customers can purchase excess baggage on the website and secure a 20% discount on the excess baggage airport rates.
- Customers can also call the Contact Centre or visit the local Etihad Airwars offices to secure a 10% discount on the airport rates.
- Etihad Guest members can redeem miles for excess baggage here.
- To Note:
- Discounts are available up to 48 hours prior to flight departure.
- All excess baggage payments (fully or partially used) are non-refundable.
- Debit cards are not accepted via our Contact Centres.
Oversized baggage fees:
- Flights within Middle East, between the Middle East and Indian Subcontinent, or flights between Beijing and Nagoya: $40
- Other destination, including U.S. and Canada: $60
Can I Pre-pay for Baggage?
Etihad Airways does allow passengers the ability to pre-pay for luggage online or via the mobile app.
Here are the ways you can pre-pay:
- Log in to the ‘Manage my Booking’ area of the Etihad website and select ‘Buy baggage & select seats’.
- Download and log in to the Etihad Airways app
Credit Cards That Reimburse You For Checked Bag Fees
If you expect to have overweight or oversized checked bags, you have a few card options that will reimburse you for the fees.
| Capital One® VentureOne® Rewards Credit Card - This no annual fee card comes with a 20,000 mile welcome bonus (worth $200) once you spend $1,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening. When you use your card for travel purchases (e.g. baggage fees), use your miles to pay off all, or part of, your statement! This is why we like this card. |
| Capital One® Venture® Rewards Credit Card - The "big brother" card to the VentureOne® with a larger 50,000 welcome bonus (worth $500) once you spend $3,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening and you'll earn 10X miles per $1 spent across thousands of hotels. |
Exclusions & Waivers
Journeys on “The Residence”: Each guest is entitled to 4 pieces, up to 32kg each.
Etihad Guest members receive an additional 23kg bag or 32kg checked bag (dependent on fare/ class) at no extra cost.
Passengers may bring a set of golf clubs weighing up to 15kg in addition to standard baggage allowance free of charge.
How many pieces of luggage are allowed for 40 kg? Are 3 pieces allowed?
Hi Estelita, it depends on your route and whether Etihad considers it a piece or weight concept route. If you can elaborate we can try to help…
How many pieces of luggage are allowed for 40kgs? Are 3 pieces allowed? Economy/Philippines
Hi Kathrin – this depends on the other airport in question which will determine your route; this will also determine whether you’re allowed 40kg in economy or not. Etihad reports your weight allowance may be split over multiple pieces of luggage but they do not state what the max number of bags can be. You can see more info here: https://www.etihad.com/en/before-you-fly/baggage-information/allowances/.
Since we are not Etihad, the best way to get the most accurate information will be to inquire with them directly at their customer service line. I would provide this phone number for you but I’m not sure where you reside so don’t’ want to give you the wrong number.
Hi. I’m travelling to Australia. I’m in economy and have an allowance of 30kg. Does this mean I can take 2 bags that add up to 30? Or can it only be 1 checked in?
Hi Lauryn, yes you can take 2 checked bags as long as the combined weight does not exceed 30 kg and each bag must not be larger than 207cm (90cm x 72cm x 45cm).
Going from korea to saudi how many kgs are allowed?
Hi Kim, this completely depends on which fare type you purchase…
Hi,
Can you tell me how many pieces of baggage will be allowed?
My route will be from Abu Dhabi to Pakistan.
Flight No. Ey5417
Class. Economy
Hi Waheed, if you’ve purchased Economy (Deal, Saver, or Classic) you would be allowed 30kg of luggage. If you purchased Economy Flex, you would be allowed 35kg.
You can find this information here under the “Journeys from GCC to Indian Subcontinent (excluding Bangladesh)” drop down menu.
Hello all,
I am planning to travel to India(Hyderabad) from Germany(Frankfurt). I have seen that the allowed luggage will be 30kgs and 7kgs(cabin). My question is, if I bring my laptop bag is the weight also considered as my cabin weight or is it like 7kgs cabin+laptop bag.
Many thanks in advance for your responses.
Best Regards,
Mani
Hi Mani, I’m not sure what fare class you’ve purchased but here’s what Etihad has to say:
Economy: “1 x cabin bag with a maximum weight of 7kg and maximum dimensions of (50cm x 40cm x 25cm) including wheels and handles.
1 x personal item which must fit under the seat in front of you, with a maximum weight of 5kg. For example, a handbag, a laptop bag or Duty Free purchase.”
Biz/First: “2 x cabin bags with a maximum combined weight of 12kg and maximum dimensions per bag of (50cm x 40cm x 25cm) including wheels and handles.
1 x personal item with a maximum weight of 5kg. For example, a handbag, a laptop bag or Duty Free purchase.”
Thank you so much, Erin. Here I am talking about Economy class and I got the answer from you (my laptop bag is not included in cab bag of 7kgs).
Glad to help Mani – safe travels! 🙂
Hi, is a 60 x 47 x 41 box carton allowed? I have 40kg in baggage going to the Philippines.
Hi Adam, unfortunately, we could not find any information about checking in a “Box Carton” on Etihad’s website no matter how hard we looked. Since we are not Etihad Airways, we suggest you call their reservations/customer service line and inquire with them directly for the most accurate information. Sorry we couldn’t be of more assistance!
Hai, I am travelling with my 20-month-old baby from Chennai to Amsterdam in Economic class. Will they provide food for my baby?
Hi Divya, this is a question better suited for Etihad’s customer service as this is simply an article on baggage fees. As we are not Etihad, we cannot confirm with 100% accuracy so we suggest you call them and inquire directly with the airline… sorry to not be of more assistance!
Hello,
I am planning to travel to India from Toronto, Canada. What about 65 inch TV fees? If I am carrying it with me, any extra charges or duty?
Thank You
Hello Prili. I think you will find that the maximum size and weight limits will be an issue for a 65 inch TV. Even if you were to meet those with another TV, you will find the import duties for bringing a TV into India quite high. The Indian government charges a duty of 36% of the assessed value. This is not how much you paid for the TV necessarily but what the custom’s agent determines is the value based on the price in India, which can be much higher. Hope this helps.
Hi,
I am travelling from London to India, would like to know the baggage weight for economy class and how many bags.
Thanks
Hi Aruna, as you can see in the table above, this depends on which fare type you have purchased (there are multiple Economy fares). Economy Deal, Saver and Classic would allow 30kg, Economy Flex would allow 35kg. This is for UK to India only.
If you have a return route and you purchased after Jan 10, 2019 (again, as shown in the table above) you are allowed 40kg. If you purchased the fare before Jan 10, 2019, the fees apply as previously stated.
Traveling from India to the US in Economy. Are bags of the following size permitted?
1. 76.5 x 38 x 38
2. 75 x 30 x 51
The total dimensions (152.5,156) are less than the 158 mentioned but are there restrictions on individual dimensions?
Hi Yash, as you can see above, we list the max linear dimensions for flights to/from Canada & the US: 158cm (70cm x 50cm x 38cm). The numbers in the parentheses should be the max dimensions for each measurement.
Technically, Etihad’s “oversized baggage policy” would apply to any bags that exceed these limits, which they report is an added fee of $60 per oversized bag, per flight.
It the maximum allovable baggage sixe (70*50*38) including wheels ?
Hi Basil,
Etihad doesn’t state on their website whether the checked size dimensions includes wheels so you could argue your case at the airport if challenged. Especially as they do state that the size restrictions include wheels on carry-on luggage.
How many pieces of luggage are allowed for 30kgs? Are 2 pieces allowed?
Economy/India
Jeddah to Ahmedabad.
Hi Siddikpawar, Etihad simply states on their website: “Your baggage allowance can be split over multiple items”… they don’t distinguish how many this is. But you can rest assured with this statement that at least two will be allowed.
Hello,
I’m traveling from the UK to India. My baby is 2.5 years old, am I allowed to carry the stroller? Any age limitations to carry the stroller? Appreciate your inputs, please.
Thanks,
Prabhu.
Hi Prabhu,
Etihad permits passengers to use strollers up to the gate where it will be checked into the hold. On arrival at your destination your stroller will be available to collect at the baggage carousel.
Hi,
How much is the charge for excess 30kg luggage from Abu Dhabi to Nairobi in economy class?
Hi Stephanie,
For that particular route the excess baggage charges are:
5kg: $115
10kg: $230
15kg: $345
20kg: $460
25kg: $575
30kg: $690
These prices are inclusive of a 20% discount applicable when purchasing excess luggage online up to 48 hours before the flight. If you wait until the airport you will pay a higher rate.
Hi, maybe someone can help me..i’m travelling tomorrow jeddah – abu dhabi – phillippines. Is it allowed to carry hand carry baggage for economy fair.. please.. hope you can answer. I have already 2 pcs 20kg and 1 pc 7kl, then a backpack..thank you
Hi Tet,
As you are flying today, I hope you got in touch with the airline directly with your query (we are not Etihad Airways). In any case, Etihad allows passengers to carry 1 standard carry-on (7 kg) and 1 personal item (5 kg) so as long as your backpack does not exceed 40cm x 30cm x 15cm or 5 kg then this should be fine.
Hi,
My ticket is showing 30kg for check in luggage, does it need to be one case or can I have 2 smaller cases with weight together less then 30kg?
I am flying from Australia to Europe
Regards,
Branka
Hi Branka, your 30 kg allowance can be split across multiple bags.
Hi there! I want to ask if 2 boxes at 20 each are allowed for 40kg?
Hi Rose,
Just to clarify, do you mean two suitcases that together total 40kg? Are you flying business class?
Hi there,
I am going to India from UK through Abu Dhabi.
Can any one please confirm how many bottles of liquor I can carry and whats the process?
Hey Raja,
We are not any sort of customs or airport authority. Please check with your customs authority to find out how much alcohol you can take.
I’m travelling on July 20, 2019 in Etihad from Delhi to London via Abu Dhabi in economy class. Can I have two pieces of checked bags and one hand bag for cabin? How much weight is allowed for two pieces of baggage and carry hand bag in cabin?
Regards
Hey Ashok,
As we discuss in the article, you can have 30 kg worth of checked baggage in economy deals, economy saver, and economy classic tickets. You can have 40 kg worth of checked baggage in economy flex. You can also take one carry on up to 7 kg in the cabin and 1 personal item up to 5 kg. Thanks for reading.
I am traveling with Ethiad Airways from Canada to India. My checked baggage is 77 cms x 56 cms x 31 cms and cabin baggage is 55 cms x 40 cms x 23 cms. Is this baggage size OK?
Hi Shankar,
Your carry-on baggage exceeds Etihad’s maximum size allowance, so you will need to consider whether you are happy taking the risk of having to check the item if rejected at the airport. Your checked luggage also exceeds Etihad’s maximum size allowance so excess baggage charges of $60 could be imposed.
Hi!,
I’m traveling economy class from Abu Dhabi to Philippines and am confused with my check in allowance. Can I only bring 23kg worth of luggages or 40kg? I have booked my ticket online and it does not show my luggage limit. Any advice? Thanks.
Best Regards.
Hi Ella,
The route you’re talking about should be eligible for 40kg worth of luggage because you’re traveling from Abu Dhabi (a Gulf Coast Country, or GCC) to The Philippines. Please note that we aren’t Etihad Airways and you should double-check directly with them to confirm.
Hi,
I am travelling from San Antonio to Chennai. I am planning to take a moving box (cardboard box) as one of the check-in luggage for my travel in Ethiad. Will the airline accept ( 24 X 18 X 18 ) size for check-in?
Hi Karthik,
As we’re not Etihad Airways we can’t confirm this 100% for you; however, the measurements you have stated are less than their maximum check-in allowance which is 158cm (70cm x 50cm x 38cm).
Can you please clarify any additional baggage allowance for students, apart from the 2 pcs of 23 kgs in Economy (for Etihad).
Hi Surabhi,
Please be aware that we are not Etihad Airways so you would need to contact the airline to confirm this information 100%. Having looked on Etihad’s website, we can’t see information relating to increased baggage allowance for students, but there does seem to be an offer with a third party – Yatra – and depending on the destination, students flying from India receive either an additional bag or 10 kgs of extra weight. You would need to contact Yatra for more information.
Hi,
What is the maximum size of television allowed from Abu Dhabi to Cochin as checked baggage? Is there any charges apply for 55 inch LED TV? Which airline allows above 55 inches.. Please advise.
Hi Vishnu,
For international journeys, Etihad’s maximum size allowance for checked luggage is 207cm max linear dimensions so providing your TV does not exceed these measurements (and does not exceed your weight allowance) then this should be fine to check. But as we’re not Etihad Airways, we advise 100% so you should call Etihad directly to confirm. Airlines don’t tend to publish their policies on TV transportation so you would need contact any airlines directly.
Hi, my bag size is (100×46×35)cm should i pay oversize cost with Etihad Airways?
Hi Prakash,
If you’re flying to/from Canada and the US then the maximum size restriction is 158cm (70cm x 50cm x 38cm) and to/from all other destinations it’s 207cm (90cm x 72cm x 45cm). So if you’re flying to/from Canada or the US then your bag would be subject to oversized costs; however, if you’re flying from anywhere else then it would be fine.
Hey! I am traveling from India to the U.K. for my studies. Do we include cabin bag in the luggage requirement? Or can I carry 40kgs in two luggage bags and 7kg in my cabin bag and one handbag with Etihad without paying any extra charges?
Hi Vinny,
Etihad does not include your carry-on or personal item towards the 40kg allowance for your checked bag.
Thanks for reading!