Emirates baggage allowance

Emirates baggage allowance varies depending on the travel class and the route. Emirates does offer a generous free baggage allowance for passengers depending on their cabin class and destination.

Economy class Flex Plus passengers are permitted up to 35kg of checked baggage (30kg for Economy Flex), while business class can check in 40kg and first class 50kg free of charge. However there are some different piece concepts and baggage allowance rules for the Americas and Africa.

Additionally, Emirates allows economy fliers one cabin bag up to 7kg plus one personal item like a handbag or laptop bag. For premium cabins, two cabin bags are permitted. The specific weight allowances and piece concept rules can differ based on your departure and arrival countries. For example, travelers departing India, Pakistan or Bangladesh have reduced checked allowances.

Customers connecting through Dubai may have different limits than direct passengers. Consult Emirates' baggage policies by route beforehand, as allowances scale up for premium cabins but can be more restrictive for economy in some markets. Contact Emirates with any questions on baggage rules based on your specific itinerary.

Emirates Checked Baggage Allowance

• Baggage Weight - Passengers are allowed a checked baggage allowance based on the total weight of all their checked bags. This weight allowance varies depending on the travel class and the route.
• Piece - Passengers are allowed a checked baggage allowance based on the number of checked bags. The piece allowance varies depending on the travel class and the route.
• Baggage Dimensions - Each checked bag must not have dimensions exceeding 150 cm (59 inches) in length + width + height.
• Exceptions - There are some exceptions to the checked baggage rules, such as for passengers traveling with infants or for passengers with special needs.

Emirates Carry-On Baggage Allowances

Emirates carry on baggage allowances follow the below requirements:

• Baggage Weight - Passengers are allowed one carry-on bag weighing up to 7 kg (15 lbs).
• Baggage Dimensions - The carry-on bag must not have dimensions exceeding 55 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm (21.5 inches x 15 inches x 7.8 inches) in length + width + height.
• Additional items - Passengers are also allowed to bring one personal item on board, such as a small handbag, a briefcase, or a laptop bag. The personal item must not have dimensions exceeding 45 cm x 25 cm x 20 cm (17.5 inches x 10 inches x 7.8 inches) in length + width + height.

Prohibited Items On Emirates

There are a number of items that are prohibited on Emirates aircrafts, in both checked and carry-on baggage. These items include dangerous goods, explosives, flammable liquids, and firearms. For a full list of prohibited items and the Emirates prohibited goods policy, please visit the Emirates website.

Emirates Checked Baggage By Class

Emirates offers generous baggage allowances that increase if you are lucky enough to fly on one of their premium cabin classes.
For economy class fliers, the allowance is 35kg in checked baggage plus one cabin bag up to 7kg, while first and business class enjoy higher checked baggage limits ranging from 40kg to 50kg plus two cabin bags.

Travel Class	Weight Allowance (kg)	Piece Allowance
First Class	50	3
Business Class	40	2
Economy Class	30 (Flex) 35 (Flex plus)	1 1

Emirates Carry-On Baggage By Class

Emirates permits economy class passengers one cabin bag up to 7kg in weight and 115cm in length, while business and first class travelers can bring on board two cabin bags, with the same size and weight restrictions.

Travel Class	Weight Allowance (kg)	Dimensions (cm)
First Class	15	55 x 38 x 20
Business Class	15	55 x 38 x 20
Economy Class	7	55 x 38 x 20

Emirates baggage allowance between the Americas and Africa

• For economy class passengers flying Emirates between the Americas and Africa, the standard free checked baggage allowance is 2 bags at 23kg (50lbs) each.
• Business class passengers traveling between these regions receive a free checked allowance of 2 bags at 32kg (70lbs) each.
• First class passengers get a generous free checked allowance of 3 bags at 32kg (70lbs) each for routes connecting the Americas and Africa.

Cabin Class	Free Checked Bags Allowance	Free Carry-on Bags
Economy	2 bags at 23kg (50lbs) each	1 cabin bag up to 7kg + 1 personal item
Business	2 bags at 32kg (70lbs) each	2 cabin bags up to 7kg each
First	3 bags at 32kg (70lbs) each	2 cabin bags up to 7kg each

Key notes:

• Allowances are for routes between The Americas (USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil etc) and Africa (South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt etc).
• Carry-on refers to standard cabin luggage and personal item like handbag or laptop.
• Excess weight charges apply for bags over stated free allowance.
• Always verify allowance for your specific origin and destination.
• Business and First class enjoy generous 70-100 lbs checked allowance per passenger for free.

So in summary, the table shows Emirates' sizeable complimentary baggage allowance varying by cabin class for travel between the Americas and Africa regions.

Additional Emirates Baggage Information

• Each checked bag must not weigh more than 32 kg.
• The total dimensions of each checked bag must not exceed 150 cm.
• Passengers are also allowed to bring one personal item on board, such as a small handbag, a briefcase, or a laptop bag. The personal item must not weigh more than 5 kg and must not have dimensions exceeding 45 x 25 x 20 cm.
• There are some exceptions to the baggage rules, such as for passengers traveling with infants or for passengers with special needs.

Emirates Excess Baggage Fees

Passengers who exceed their checked baggage allowance will be charged an excess baggage fee. The fee varies depending on the weight of the excess baggage and the route.

For more information on Emirates luggage rules, please visit the Emirates website.