Finnair has a variety of fare types for economy, that include either 1 or 2 checked bags depending on the passenger’s luggage needs.
If even more luggage is required, be sure to add this online rather than paying at the airport, as the difference in fees can be significant.
Finnair Carry-On Allowance
1 personal item: FREE
Standard carry-on bag:
- Economy: 1 FREE
- Business Class: 2 FREE
Size and Weight Restrictions
- Personal: 16 x 12 x 6 inches (40 x 30 x 15 cm)
- Carry-On: 22 x 18 x 10 inches (56 x 45 x 25 cm)
- Maximum combined weight of 17.5 pounds (8 kg) for economy and 22 pounds (10 kg) for business class
Lap Infant Carry-On Policy
- A collapsible pushchair is permitted in the cabin if it adheres to the size and weight limits for carry-on baggage; however, this will count towards your carry-on allowance.
Stroller Check Policy
- Passengers may check a stroller free of charge.
Finnair Checked Baggage Allowance
Individual checked bags may not exceed maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm) including handles and wheels. Checked bags can weigh either 50 pounds (23 kg) for economy passengers or 70 pounds (32 kg) for business class.
| Economy Light | Economy Value/Basic/Standard 50 Pounds (23 kg) | Economy Pro/Flexible 50 Pounds (23 kg) | Business 70 Pounds (32 kg) |
Flights To/From Asia* | – | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Flights Within Europe, Russia, and the Middle East | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Flights To/From North America** | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Flights To/From Havana and Puerto Plata | – | 1 | 1 | 3 |
Children | 0 | same as adult | same as adult | same as adult |
Infants 0–2 years | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
*Flights to/from Japan: 2 bags permitted for economy passengers
**Flights from India to the U.S.: 2 bags permitted for economy passengers
Additional Baggage Fees
Online or With Customer Service:
- Flights to/from Asia and Cuba: €60/$60
- Flights to/from North America, including Mexico: €45/$55
- Flights within Europe (including Iceland), Russia and the Middle East: €25 ($28*) or €30 ($33*) within 72 hours prior to departure
- Flights within Finland, Scandinavia, and the Baltic States: €20 ($22*)
*USD conversions are estimates that may fluctuate based on the exchange rate.
At the Airport:
Baggage type | Business Class | Economy Pro/Flexible | Economy Value/Basic | Economy Light |
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Flights to/from Asia and Cuba | First bag: FREE Second bag: FREE Third bag: FREE 4+ bags: €150/$200 | First bag: FREE Second bag: FREE Third bag: €150/$200 4+ bags: €150/$200 | First bag: FREE Second bag: €75/$100 (free for flights to Japan) Third bag: €150/$200 4+ bags: €150/$200 | N/A |
Flights to/from North America | First bag: FREE Second bag: FREE 3+ bags: €150/$200/£140 | First bag: FREE Second bag: €75/$100/£65 3+ bags: €150/$200/£140 | First bag: FREE Second bag: €75/$100/£65 3+ bags: €150/$200/£140 | First bag: €50/$60/£45 Second bag: €75/$100/£65 3+ bags: €150/$200/£140 |
Flights within Europe (including Iceland), Russia, and the Middle East | Extra bag: €40 ($44*) |
Flights within Finland, Scandinavia, and the Baltic States | Extra bag: €40 ($44*) |
*USD conversions are estimates that may fluctuate based on the exchange rate.
Excess Baggage Fees
Business Class, Finnair Plus Platinum, and Oneworld Emerald members are allowed up to 70 pounds (32 kg) per permitted item. Economy passengers are allowed up to 50 pounds (23 kg) per permitted item. Each item must not exceed 62 inches (158 cm).
Overweight or oversized fees:
- Intercontinental flights: €75/$100
- Flights within Europe (including Iceland) and the Middle East: €55 ($61*)
- Flights within Finland, Scandinavia, and the Baltic States: €55 ($61*)
*USD conversions are estimates that may fluctuate based on the exchange rate.
Flights departing from India will also incur local taxes.
For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Finnair’s policy.
Can I Pre-Pay for Baggage?
Finnair does allow passengers the ability to pre-pay luggage online at a cheaper rate than at the airport.
To pre-pay, log-in to your booking and add your baggage.
Exclusions and Waivers
- Finnair Plus Platinum Lumo, Platinum and Gold members: 1 additional bag is permitted (weight allowance depends on the fare type)
- Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members: 1 additional bag is permitted (weight allowance depends on the fare type)
- Finnair Plus Silver members: 1 additional 50 pound (23 kg) bag is permitted
To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.
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