Finnair Baggage Allowance 2024 Carry on Size Limit

Traveling with 1 or 2 bags is okay with Finnair. The baggage allowance for Finnair is decent for the passengers so they can travel with them repeatedly. Finnair baggage allowance gives freedom to carry at least one personal item for free, even in the Economy Class. Passengers traveling in Finnair Economy class can even choose to add the bags at the airport or through the online mode.

Finnair Carry On Luggage Allowance

Finnair offers various cabin classes on which the carry on baggage allowance depends. The airline provides Economy and Business cabin class to the traveler. Economy class passengers can carry one personal item and cabin bag for free. Alternatively, Business class passengers can carry one personal item and two cabin bags without additional cost. 

The airline is strict in following the Finnair baggage size and weight restrictions. Finnair personal item size must not exceed 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6 in) and carry on dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23 cm (22 x 16 x 9 in). The combined maximum weight must be under 17.5 lbs (8 kg) for Economy class and 22 lbs (10 kg) for Business class passengers. 

Finnair Carry On Size for Infants

Many passengers often travel with their infants. In that case, the chances of excess luggage increases. But Finnair allows passengers to carry a collapsible pushchair inside the cabin that must follow all the restrictions. This item will be counted as a carry-on allowance for the passengers. Also, the passengers can carry a stroller as checked luggage free of charge.

Finnair Checked Baggage Allowance

Every passenger must ensure that each bag does not exceed the maximum linear dimension of 158 cm (62 in) (including handles and wheels). The checked luggage must weigh under 50 lbs (23 kg) for Economy and Premium Economy class passengers. Business class passengers can carry a maximum weight of 70 lbs (32 kg). Check the table below to know the allowed bags under Finnair checked baggage allowance:

Finnair Extra/Excess Baggage Allowance

Passengers carrying additional baggage can take the bags with them by paying extra fees. This can be done either by paying at the airport or through the official website of Finnair. Here are some points to remember about Finnair Extra baggage air for members as well: 

• Finnair Plus Gold, Platinum, and Platinum Lumo members can carry one additional bag on board. 
• While purchasing the baggage allowance at the time of booking, Silver members may get a 50% discount on an extra checked bag fee with a maximum weight of 23 kg. 
• Finnair Plus Platinum and Platinum Lumo members can also bring a set of golf, skiing, or diving sports equipment on Finnair flights.

Carry-On Excess Baggage Fees

Via Online Booking: If you pack your carry-on luggage more than the allowed Finnair baggage limit, the airline will charge an additional amount for extra luggage. However, the option to purchase carry-on baggage is available for Economy Superlight passengers who don’t have any carry-on luggage allowance included in their standard fare. The passengers can buy the allowance or use the “Manage Booking” option when making a reservation. Fees are applicable each way. Below mentioned table shows the actual Finnair baggage fees of the allowance along with the route:

At The Airport: The below table shows the charges for Carry-on Baggage allowance at the airport:

Checked Excess Baggage Fees (Up To 23 Kg)

In most cases, we mistakenly packed more than our allowed limit for checked baggage. In that case, Finnair allows passengers to purchase up to 3 checked baggage when making a reservation through the prepaid mode. This can also be done via the “Manage Booking” option. You can check a maximum of 10 bags per reservation. Check the below-mentioned table below for the baggage allowance charges for specific regions and times:

Excess Checked Baggage Fees At The Airport: Those passengers who prefer to pay or have another airline’s flight in the itinerary will have to pay at the airport. 

Flights within Finland and Europe: 60 EUROS/bag up to 23 kg.

Flights Between North America and Europe:

The below table will show you the charges payable at the airport for flights between North America and Europe: 

Flights to/from Asia and the Middle East:

Flights Between Japan and Europe:

Heavy or Oversized Baggage Allowance

The airline presented the passengers with a separate chart for heavy or oversized bag charges. Check the below points to take an overview of the Finnair baggage policy for heavy or oversized baggage:

• The maximum weight of the luggage may exceed 50 lbs (23 kg) but must be at most the overall heavy weight of 70 lbs (32 kg).
• Also, the overall maximum baggage weight must be under 70 lbs (32 kg).
• Passengers carrying heavy or oversized baggage may exceed the standard dimensions of 90 x 75 x 45 cm (35 x 30 x 18 in).
• However, the heavy luggage must be under 190 x 75 x 65 cm (75 x 29.5 x 25.5 in).
• A single passenger can only carry a maximum of 10 bags.

Passengers traveling between Asia and North America will have to pay the Finnair baggage fees listed for the flights from/to North America. 

Heavy Baggage Allowance (Up To 32 KG)

Passengers traveling with additional baggage that is either heavy or oversized or both can purchase the baggage allowance by calling the customer care staff. If not followed, this can be done at the airport as well. Check the table below for all the charges applicable depending on the route. Note that charges will apply on each one-way trip:

Oversized/Overweight Baggage Charges at The Airport

Passengers must be aware of the fact that the airline will charge an amount for oversized/overweight baggage along with the charges of extra baggage if paid at the airport. Check the table below for the charges based on region:

The passenger must inform the airline in advance while making the reservation or through the manage booking option to pay the oversized luggage charges. Otherwise, the charges will be payable at the airport only.

Finnair Special Baggage Allowance

Many items come under the special baggage category and Finnair offers some exceptions for all. This special item includes sports equipment, Firearms, Ammunition, Musical Instruments, Pets, etc. Special category items are only acceptable on the prior notice/intimation.

If the special baggage allowance exceeds the allowed limit, excess and/or heavy/oversized baggage charges will apply. Check the details below for special items baggage allowance:

Sports Equipment

Finnair states that the passengers must pay additional transportation charges to carry special baggage. Passengers will have to pay the amount in advance, and sports equipment such as bicycles, etc. while making the reservation. If the passenger already made the reservation, then the amount will be paid through self-serve. Here is a list of allowed sports equipment in Finnair: 

• Bicycle
• Diving Equipment
• Fishing Equipment
• Golf Equipment
• Hockey Equipment
• Skiing Equipment
• Ski Jumping Equipment
• Sports Guns
• Firearms
• Vaulting Poles
• Walking Poles
• Windsurfing Boards
• Surfboards
• Canoes
• Kayaks

Note: Skiis and Golf Equipment charges are not mentioned here as they are the same as normal extra checked baggage charges. Also, the below charges will apply if the board exceeds the maximum Finnair baggage size dimension of 210 x 60 x 40 cm (83 x 24 x 16 in).

Firearms and Ammunitions

Finnair always charges for firearms irrespective of the type and size. The handling charges to carry firearms vary from region to region. A fee of €50 per firearm is applicable on all the flights within Finland and Europe. Similarly, the airline will charge €100/$110 per firearm for the flights between Asia, North America, and the Middle East. Remember the below-mentioned points before packing: 

1. The handling fees include 1 extra piece of baggage of not more than 23 kg.
2. Pack your firearms and ammunition in different cases to ensure the utmost safety.
3. If the fare baggage allowance and 1 additional extra bag (under handling fee) exceeds that allowed limit, extra luggage charges will apply.

Musical Instruments

Carrying musical instruments on a flight depends on the size, instrument, and availability. If it fits under your cabin luggage size allowance, 1 instrument will count as 1 carry-on baggage. 

Instrument as a Cabin Luggage: Passengers must ensure that the instrument is packed in a hard case to avoid any damage. The linear size dimension of the baggage must not exceed 125 cm (49 in) including its packaging case. Also, the instrument must be under the Finnair carry-on baggage weight allowance so that it fits under the seat in front of you or inside the overhead bin. Additionally, you can carry 1 personal item, such as a handbag, small laptop backpack, etc. (except for passengers with Superlight fare). Finnair allows passengers to carry the instrument inside the cabin even if it exceeds the allowed limit which is 125 cm (49 in) and weighs up to 8 kg/12 kg. They can purchase a separate seat for the instrument by contacting the airline’s customer care staff via chat or call.

Instrument as a Checked Luggage: Passengers can carry musical instruments as their checked luggage. The instrument must be of up to 50 lbs (23 kg) with a maximum size dimension of not more than 90 x 75 x 45 cm (35 x 30 x 18 in). Large musical instruments must not exceed the maximum size dimensions of 190 x 75 x 65 cm and weight of up to 70 lbs (32 kg). If the instrument exceeds all these mentioned dimensions and weight, you can also contact the airline to inform them so that they can arrange the proper space accordingly.

You can also the size dimensions, weight limit, and allowed items with charges by visiting the Finnair baggage allowance official page.

Restricted Items

Passengers traveling with Finnair must be aware of the items that are strictly prohibited to carry while traveling. Some of the items on the list are allowed to carry inside cabin luggage, some as checked luggage and some are allowed for both. Few items in the list are completely banned for both types of allowances. Here is a list of items that a passenger can carry with certain restrictions:

• Alcohol
• Avalanche Rescue Bags
• Batteries
• Camping Stoves
• Fuel Containers
• Electronic Cigarettes
• Electronic Devices
• Hairspray
• Liquids
• Matches and Cigarette Lighters
• Medicine
• Self-Inflating Life Jacket

Dangerous Goods

The airline presented a list of certain items that are considered as the dangerous things and may harm any passenger traveling with Finnair. The airline doesn’t allow these items as cabin luggage. Here is a list of items restricted as carry-on baggage:

• Guns and Firearms
• Sharp Objects such as Knife, Blades, etc.
• Devices used to Stun or Immobilise others.
• Instruments that can cause injury when used to hit someone.

Strictly Prohibited Items

Here are a few items that are completely banned in Finnair. It means you cannot carry any of these items inside the cabin or as your carry-on luggage:

• Electric Hoverboards
• Self-Balancing Scooters
• Electric Bikes
• Ammunition
• Blasting Caps
• Detonators
• Fuses
• Mines & Grenades
• Fireworks & Pyrotechnics
• Cartridges
• Dynamite
• Gunpowder
• Plastic Explosives

Finnair Baggage Allowance for Pets

Passengers traveling with their four-legged companion, Finnair will give you the best available options for the same. Also, the airline welcomes the guide, hearing, or service dogs free of cost on all their flights (consider it as an exception). For all other dogs, you’ll have to pay a transportation fee. 

The airline charges a fee depending on the destination and travel of the pet in the cabin or as checked luggage in the hold. Also, you have to make the reservation for the pet at least 7 days before the flight departure through the chat service. Payment can be made from the chat option as well via the given link. Check the below table for the fees Finnair charges for pet transportation: 

Passenger carrying will have the option to carry their pets inside the cabin, as checked luggage on hold, or transport them in cargo. Whatever they choose, the restrictions will apply accordingly. Here is a table below showing must-know information to travel with your pets:

Traveling with Finnair can be the best option for you whether you are carrying extra luggage, traveling with your pets, or having some special items in your luggage. Whether you are a seasoned traveler, or traveling first time in life, Finnair will not disappoint you. Traveling in an Economy Class will give you the freedom to carry 1 personal item and a cabin bag for free. You must ensure that the items must fit inside the overhead bin, and under the seat in front of you. Also, don’t exceed the allowed Finnair baggage limit for cabin bags of up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm with a combined maximum weight of 17.5 lbs (8 kg).

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