emirates baggage allowance
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Emirates Carry-on Allowance
Economy: one 15 lbs (7 kg) bag; 22 x 15 x 8 in (55 x 38 x 20 cm). First and Business: One briefcase; 8 x 14 x 8 in (45 x 35 x 20 cm), plus one cabin bag; 22 x 15 x 8 in (55 x 38 x 20 cm).
OR the cabin bag can be replaced by a garment bag; max. 8 in (20 cm) thick. No item may exceed 15 lbs (7 kg).
Emirates Checked Baggage Allowance:
‘Weight concept’ flights, Economy: 44 lbs (20 kg) – 77 lbs (35 kg), free of charge. Business: 88 lbs (40 kg). First: 110 lbs (50 kg). The weight can be distributed across up to ten bags. Items must not exceed total dimensions of 118 in (300 cm).
On flights to/ from Canada and North America, allowances are based on a ‘piece concept’. Economy passengers are permitted to check two bags up to 50 lbs (23 kg) each, free of charge; First and Business class passengers are allowed two bags up to 70 lbs (32 kg) each. The combined dimensions of both pieces must not exceed 118 in (300 cm).
If you wish to purchase additional baggage allowances, substantial fees must be paid. These vary according to route and fare type.
On a flight from London to Dubai, for example, an Economy Saver passenger would expect to pay $120 for up to 11 lbs (5 kg) over the 66 lbs (30 kg) allowance on this flight. Up to 55 lbs (25 kg) additional weight would incur a steep charge of $600.
children's luggage
Those travelling with an infant are permitted to check an extra piece of luggage free of charge, as long as it weighs no more than 22 lbs (10 kg), on most Emirates flights, or one bag weighing no more than 50 lbs (23 kg) on flights that operate a 'piece concept'. This piece must not exceed 45 in (115 cm) in total dimensions.
A carry-cot or pushchair may also be carried as a carry-on item, or checked, free of charge.
exceptional items
Exceptional items such as sports equipment and musical instruments can normally be carried as standard luggage, depending on weight and size.
