What Is Turkish Airlines International Baggage Allowance?

Turkish Airlines checked baggage allowance varies by route, cabin class, baggage concept, and fare package. On international flights, there is either the piece or weight concept. In contrast, domestic flights use only the weight concept. However, Turkish Airlines’ international cabin baggage policy is generally the same, but passengers must review the checked baggage allowance on their ticket or reservation before flying.

What is the Baggage Allowance for Turkish Airlines International Flights?

For different types of baggage and travel class, different baggage allowance rules are set by THY Airlines for international flights.

Nonetheless, the baggage limits for Turkish Airlines Business and Economy class are mentioned below.

Baggage category	Business	Economy
Checked baggage	Depends on the route and fare	Depends on the route and fare
Cabin baggage	2 × 8 kg	1 × 8 kg
Personal item	1 × 4 kg	1 × 4 kg
Cabin bag dimensions	23 × 40 × 55 cm	23 × 40 × 55 cm

Turkish Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance for International Flights

On Turkish Airlines, the checked baggage allowance varies for every international itinerary. Depending on the route and fare, baggage may be calculated using the piece or weight concept.

Piece Concept:

In the piece concept, the baggage rule is based on the number of checked bags included with the ticket. In addition, the following aspects should be known.

• Economy bags are generally limited to 23 kg per piece on applicable routes.
• Business bags can be up to 32 kg per piece.
• Each free checked bag must generally remain within 158 cm total dimensions.
• No individual checked bag can weigh more than 32 kg.
• The number of pieces included depends on the specific route and fare.

Weight Concept:

THY Airlines uses the weight concept for domestic flights. This is different from the piece-based rules that apply on some international routes.

• Under this concept, the allowance is based on the total weight permitted rather than a fixed number of bags.
• The total permitted weight depends on the itinerary and fare.
• A passenger with a 30 kg allowance may distribute it between multiple bags.
• Nonetheless, it is subject to the airline’s baggage rules and the 32 kg maximum for an individual bag.

Apart from that, for different travel classes on Turkish Airlines, there are specific ticket packages of luggage. In these packages, there are many perks, more weight allowance, and refund offers.

Economy Fare Packages:

• EcoFly
• ExtraFly
• FlexFly
• PrimeFly

Business Fare Packages:

• BusinessFly
• BusinessPrime

Note: Except for EcoFly packages on international flights, all other Turkish Airlines fare packages include checked baggage.

Cabin Baggage Allowance for Turkish Airlines International Flights

Cabin baggage rules are separate from checked baggage rules. This baggage stays with the passenger during the flight. Additionally, it must meet the airline’s size and weight limits.

Economy Class:

In economy class of travel, flyers can take:

• 1 cabin baggage
  • Maximum size: 23x40x55 cm
  • Maximum weight: 8 kg
• 1 personal item
  • Maximum size: 40x30x15 cm
  • Maximum weight: 4 kg

Business Class:

While traveling in business class, passengers can bring:

• 2 cabin bags
  • Each measuring up to 23x40x55 cm
  • Each weighing up to 8 kg
  • Maximum combined cabin-bag weight: 16 kg
• 1 personal item up to 40x30x15 cm and 4 kg

Turkish Airlines Baggage Size and Weight Limits

For cabin and checked baggage, THY Airlines has set different limits.

Checked Baggage Dimensions:

• For standard checked baggage, the combined dimensions should generally not exceed 158 cm.
  • Up to 158 cm: Standard checked baggage
  • More than 158 cm up to 292 cm: Oversized baggage
  • More than 292 cm: Not accepted as checked baggage
• The combined dimension is calculated by adding the baggage’s width, height, and depth.

Cabin Baggage Dimensions:

• The standard cabin limits are:
  • Cabin bag: 23x40x55 cm
  • Personal item: 40x30x15 cm

Maximum Weight Per Checked Bag:

• No single checked bag can exceed 32 kg.
• This limit applies regardless of whether the baggage allowance is calculated using the piece of weight concept.

Rules for Turkish Airlines Baggage Allowance

For oversized, excess, and infant baggage, certain rules are set by the airline. Abiding by these rules can result in a positive journey.

Oversized Baggage:

Baggage measuring more than 158 cm and up to 292 cm in combined width, height, and depth is considered oversized by the carrier. 

• This baggage is measured at check-in.
• Owing to this, the flag carrier of Turkey may incur an additional fee for overweight baggage.
• Baggage measuring more than 292 cm is not accepted as checked baggage.

Extra and Excess Baggage:

Although Turkish Airlines offers cheap fares, baggage fees for international routes for extra luggage may apply when it exceeds the allowance included with the ticket.

• Hence, you may have to pay extra when the luggage exceeds:
  • The permitted number of pieces
  • Allowed weight
  • Applicable baggage entitlement
• Nonetheless, there is no single extra-baggage price for all Turkish Airlines flights.
• The charges depend on the itinerary, baggage concept, and fare package.

How to check your extra baggage fee:

• Enter the departure and arrival details.
• Select the relevant flight.
• Check the baggage entitlement.
• Review the estimated additional baggage fee.
• Confirm the final allowance on the ticket or PNR.

Note: Extra baggage fees can change up to 8 hours before the flight, so check the applicable charges close to departure.

Baggage Allowance for Infants

On international flights of the air carrier, infant baggage rules include both cabin and checked baggage provisions.

An infant can have:

• 1 cabin bag up to 8 kg
• A stroller up to 115 cm and 8 kg
• The infant’s checked baggage allocation depends on the fare and baggage concept.
• Depending on the applicable fare and route, it can be:
  • 1×23 kg under the piece concept
  • 10 kg under the weight concept

Note: EcoFly fares without free baggage may not include an additional infant checked baggage allowance.

What Can You Take in Turkish Airlines Baggage?

On most international routes, flyers are allowed to bring standard clothing, personal items, securely packed liquids, and sporting equipment or musical instruments as checked baggage on Turkish Airlines.

Alternatively, one can bring specific bags, electronics, liquids, and personal items in one’s cabin baggage. They must meet strict size and weight limits.

Weight and Size Limits for Checked Baggage

For liquids and solids, there is a certain limit that passengers should abide by before flying with the airline. The weight and size limit for liquids is as follows:

• Maximum 5 liters of liquid, excluding water without additives
• Maximum 1 liter per container
• The container must be properly sealed
• Packaging must prevent leakage and contamination

Note: Some food products and other items may be subject to destination-specific restrictions. Passengers should check the applicable restrictions before packing.

Size and Weight Limits for Cabin Baggage

Cabin liquids must meet the applicable security requirements:

• Each container must be 100 ml or less.
• All containers must fit into one transparent, resealable 1-liter bag.
• A container larger than 100 ml is not permitted even when it contains less than 100 ml of liquid. 

Turkish Airlines Baggage Rules for Connecting Flights

Baggage policies may be different when a flight requires multiple airlines.

• In cases of interline flights, baggage policies will follow IATA industry standards.
• The Most Significant Carrier or MSC will designate baggage policies, with limited exemptions.
• Various regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation apply for flights traveling between U.S. and foreign destinations.
• Policies of the first marketing carrier may apply for all legs of the journey, and the designated airport can apply MSC principles.
• Canada Transportation Agency baggage rules will apply in case of flights involving any Canadian destinations.
• Check with all airlines regarding baggage policies and limitations for connecting flights.

Note: Turkish Airlines Offices are located in various cities. Hence, for more information, flyers can contact the carrier’s staff available in the respective city.

Conclusion

Overall, the baggage allowance for international flights on Turkish Airlines is not the same on all routes. It depends on several factors. Therefore, for the exact allowance, check the ticket or PNR. Also, use the baggage calculator to confirm applicable baggage and excess fees before packing.

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