Free Baggage Allowance
The price of a ticket includes the transportation of a certain amount of baggage in the cargo hold of the aircraft. This allowance differs depending on the booking class and the destination.
General Information
- The maximum weight limit in a single bag is 32KG
- The sum of three dimension (Length + Width + Hight) must not exceed 158CM (62Inches)
- If your travel starts in the United States and the first airline on your booking is not Ethiopian different rule may apply (Airline Operating the flight Website link)
- Baggage will be accepted for check-in, only if it properly contains and prevents damage to the contents. Light cardboard boxes, paper bags and similar non-durable materials are not acceptable. If the passenger so insists, it shall be accepted upon using Limited Release Tags, relieving Ethiopian from any damage claim.
- Acceptance of items which may cause damage to other baggage will be refused unless properly packed.
| SECTOR |
Economy Class |
Business Class |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| From/To China | 46 KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| From KWI to KRT | 46 KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| From/To DOH/MCT/KWI/BAH | 40 KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| Domestic | 20KG | 30KG | |
| From/To Middle east | 2PC-23KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| From/To America | 2PC-23KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| within Africa Continent | 2PC-23KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| From/To Europe | 2PC-23KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| From/To Asia | 2PC-23KG | 3PC-23KG | |
| All 5th Freedom Staions | Will Take the Originating Stations Allowance | |
|---|---|---|
| DOMESTIC-INCONJUCTION WITH INTERNATIONAL TICKETS | Will take the International Allowance | Will take the International Allowance |
| General remark | Infant Allowance |
|
HAND BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE Economy 1pc 7kg and business 2pc/7kg each. Hand luggage should not be treated as checked in baggage." | ||
FAQs
1. What is my checked free baggage allowance in Ethiopian airlines?
Economy: up to 2 pieces, each with a maximum weight of 23 kg (50 lbs.) and maximum sum of dimension equal to 158 cm (62 in.) Cloud Nine: up to 2 pieces, each with a maximum weight of 32 kg (70 lbs.) and a maximum sum of dimension equal to 158 cm (62 in.) or 3 pieces 23 kg each. For more detail please click here :
2. What is excess baggage?
Passenger baggage that exceeds the limits of free baggage allowance allowed by Ethiopian airlines and for which extra fee must therefore be paid.
3. Are all the excess baggage rates available for purchase at the airport?
No, only the flat rate per KG is available at the airport. The sporting equipment and animals are to be booked at nearest Ethiopian airlines ticketing office or website prior to your flight. check the terms and condition applied for your excess baggage charges. For other enquiries contact your local offices, Click Here
4. How can I travel with my luggage if its dimension excess 300cm(118inc)?
Any baggage with total dimensions exceeding 300cm (118 inches) cannot be transported as checked baggage and must be sent as cargo or freight
5. Is excess baggage fee refundable?
No, Payment is non-refundable/non-re routable unless the cancelation is involuntary by Ethiopian airlines.
