Etihad Baggage Allowances, Fee & Policy

Etihad Airways allows passengers to bring a certain amount of luggage on their flight, depending on the fare class and route they are traveling on.

Baggage allowances for specific routes and fare classes may vary, so it is best to check the Etihad Airways baggage allowance in-depth as mentioned below.

Etihad Airways Baggage Allowances

Travelers should be aware of the different baggage allowances and restrictions that may apply to ensure a smooth travel experience with Etihad. This article will provide an overview of the types of baggage allowances and regulations that travelers should expect to encounter.

What comes under Etihad Airways Baggage Carry-on Allowance?

As per Etihad baggage policy,

• Carry-on baggage allowance is one piece of cabin baggage not exceeding 56 x 36 x 23 cm and weighing up to 7 kgs. 
• Passengers can also carry a personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag, or a small backpack, which should not exceed 40 x 30 x 15 cm.

Carry-on Baggage Allowance

• Economy class passengers are allowed to bring 1 piece of carry-on baggage weighing up to 7 kg.

• Premium class and first-class travelers are permitted to bring 2 pieces of carry-on baggage weighing up to 7 kg each.

According to Etihad Baggage Policy what you can carry as personal item or baggage?

You may bring one additional small piece of personal baggage in addition to the basic bag, but it must fit in the space underneath the bag.

In your personal bag, you should only keep items you’ll need on a daily basis and crucial documents. Additionally, you might include additional items like:

• Passport and travel documents.
• ID and wallet.
• Regulated quantities of dry food
• Toothbrush with toothpaste.
• Toiletries.
• Clothing, such as a jacket and scarf, in case you get cold.
• Laptops and other electronic devices are permitted inside.

Duty-free shopping bags up to a weight of 5 kg may also be brought in if desired. Verify that the total weight of your carry-on items is no more than 12 kg.

Class	Number of bags	Weight	Size
Economy	1 bag	7 kg	50*40*25 cm
Business	2 bags	12 kg total	50*40*25 cm each bag.
First	2 bags	12 kg total	50*40*25 cm each bag.

Baggage Allowance for Checked Baggage

The checked baggage allowance on Etihad Airways varies depending on the route, class of service, and fare type. 

Passengers of Economy class are allowed to have 1 piece of checked baggage weighing up to 23 kg with them.

Travelers having Premium class or First-Class booking are allowed and 2 pieces of checked baggage weighing up to 32 kg each.

Dimension of Checked Baggage

• The size of the checked baggage must be within 90 x 72 x 45 cm. 

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Allowance for flight to/from US and Canada

As a general rule, economy class passengers are allowed up to 23 kg (50 lbs) of checked baggage, while first and business class passengers are allowed up to 32 kg (70 lbs).

All other international route:-

The Etihad airways baggage allowance include – 

	Economy Class Cabin	Business Class Cabin
Hand Baggage Fare	No Checked Allowance	–
Sale Fare	0-44 pounds (0-20 kg)	–
Value Fare	0-88 pounds (0-40 kg)	77-88 pounds (35-40 kg)
Choice Fare	66-88 pounds (30-40 kg)	88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
ChoicePlus Fare	77-110 pounds (35-50 kg)	88-110 pounds (40-50 kg)
GuestSeat Fare	50-88 pounds (23-40 kg)	66-88 pounds (30-40 kg)

First Class passengers get the baggage allowance of 50 kg for each luggage. 

Checked Baggage Allowance Based on the Class of Service

Below is the overview of the checked baggage allowance for all classes of service.

Class	Weight	Dimensions
Economy	50 pounds (23 kg)	35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)
Economy Saver and Classic	66 pounds (30 kg)	35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)
Economy Flex	77 pounds (35 kg)	35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)
Business	88 pounds (40 kg)	35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)
First	110 pounds (50 kg)	35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)
The residence	70 pounds (32 kg) per bag (maximum 4)	35.4 x 28.3 x 17.7 inches (90 x 72 x 45 cm)

All other routes –

Here is the Etihad checked baggage allowance for all other travel routes – 

Route	Economy	Business	First
To/From U.S. and Canada	2 bags, up to 50 pounds (23 kg)	2 bags, up to 70 pounds (32 kg)	2 bags, up to 70 pounds (32 kg)
Africa to/from Most Destinations (excl U.S./Canada)	88 pounds (40 kg)	88 pounds (40 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
From India to the UK	88 pounds (40 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	132 pounds (60 kg)
Australia to Europe	66 pounds (30 kg)	88 pounds (40 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
From India & Pakistan to Australia	66 pounds (30 kg)	88 pounds (40 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)

Allowance of Sports Items on Etihad Flight

This airline allows guests to bring sporting equipment as long as they stay under the weight restrictions, guaranteeing the safety of the passengers. The following are the weight and size limitations for athletic equipment under Etihad Airways baggage policy:

• Weight restriction – 15 kg or 23 kg, depending on the equipment
• Size Restrictions – Depending on the instruments, 62 linear inches/118 inches

You can bring a variety of sporting goods on this airline, as shown in the list below:

Golf clubs	Boogie boards
Scuba diving equipment	Paddleboards
Ski items	Ski boards
Snowboarding material	Speed boards
Surfboards	Kiteboards
Wakeboards	Fishing equipment
Wave skis	Bicycles

All of these items need to be carefully packaged and shielded. This airline disclaims all liability for any damage to your equipment that results from improper packing.

Note – Some equipment, such as snowboards, can fit in a carry-on bag with Etihad. They can then be transported in cabin luggage.

Allowance of Music Instruments on Etihad Airways

Your instrument may be accepted as carry-on luggage or checked baggage, depending on the amount of space it takes up. The instrument must weigh less than or equal to 32 kgs in order to be accepted as the latter. Additionally, it should not exceed 300 cm, which alludes to the rules of Etihad’ baggage size allowance. The following musical instruments will be approved assuming that all of these requirements are satisfied:

• Tabla
• Guitar
• Piano
• Cell bass
• Drumsticks
• Violin
• Drums

Etihad Extra Baggage Policy

By paying additional fees, Etihad allows its passengers to bring along additional luggage. Your membership tier determines how much extra baggage you are allowed to check in. The four levels are Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.

• Etihad Guest Silver members check an additional 10 kg of luggage.
• Members of Etihad Guest Gold are permitted to check an additional 12 kg of luggage.
• On a flight, Platinum members are allowed to bring 15 kg.

Here is a table listing prices according to weight limit :-

To/From	Extra Bag Fees
UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia	307 USD
Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, Sudan	256 USD
Indian Subcontinent	256 USD
Africa	256 USD
Asia	256 USD
Japan/Korea	280 USD
Australia	280 USD

How to pay Extra Baggage Fee?

• You may pay the Etihad extra baggage fees online. 
• Or, you can pay them at the airport. 

What are the Etihad Airways Overweight Baggage Fee?

All items that are heavier over the recommended weight restrictions for each class of service are considered overweight luggage.

Generally speaking, any item weighing more than 30 kg (66 lbs) is overweight for the Economy class. You will therefore be required to pay additional fees that exceed the Etihad baggage weight limit.

According to Etihad Airways additional baggage policy, the following are the fundamental rates based on the piece concept and overweight luggage:

Routes	Overweight Fee (in USD)	Extra Piece (up to 23 kg)	Extra Piece (up to 32 kg)
GCC	132	384	432
ISC (Indian Subcontinent)	120	320	360
Middle East, Europe, Asia, Canada, and the U.S.	110	320	360
Australia, Korea, and Japan	120	350	400

Oversize Baggage

Items greater than 158 cm will be considered oversized and will be checked as luggage. In addition, any sporting goods or musical instruments that are larger than the regular Etihad airways baggage allowance would be considered oversized items. Such objects can be transported for a cost that starts at USD 40. Depending on your route, it may increase to USD 50.

Restricted Items on Etihad Airways flight

Certain things are not permitted on Etihad Airways in order to keep passengers safe. As a result of any potential qualities, these goods can be regarded as restricted. For instance, some of them could be venomous or have sharp edges, while others could be gaseous. On Etihad, weapons and pyrotechnics are also forbidden. Carrying such materials could cause the bags to explode and cause other unusual events.

A complete list of these prohibited items is provided below:

Pointed and Sharp Objects	Blunt Instruments	Dangerous Goods & Chemicals	Weapons	Explosives
Swords	Baseball bats	Radioactive material	Crossbows	Blasting caps
Axes	Cricket bats	Poisons	Stun devices	Ammunition
Knives and scissors	Snooker, billiards, pool clues	Disabling sprays	Lighters	Detonators and fuses
Blades and razors	Martial arts equipment	Fire extinguishers	Harpoon and spear guns	Replica or imitation explosive material
Ice picks	Fishing rods	Fireworks	Pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotgun	Explosive devices
Arrows, and darts	Skateboards	Pyrotechnics	Toy guns	Grenades

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