How Strict Is Austrian Airlines With Carry On? 2024

Austrian Airlines is the flag carrier airline of Austria, operating domestic and international flights to various destinations in Europe and worldwide.

Like many other airlines, Austrian Airlines has specific rules and regulations for carry-on luggage.

Understanding these regulations before your flight is important to avoid any unnecessary fees at the airport.

In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about Austrian Airlines carry-on luggage, including size and weight restrictions, personal item allowance, prohibited items, boarding and gate check policies, and tips for smooth travel.

Let’s dive right in.

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What Are Austrian Airlines Carry On Baggage Allowance?

All Austrian airlines guests with Economy and premium Economy class are allowed to carry on board the aircraft one carry on bag with the following dimensions (55 cm * 40 cm * 23 cm) and a maximum weight of 8 kg in addition of one personal item with the maximum sizes 40 x 30 x 10 cm and must fit under the seat in front of you and it can be one of the following:

  • a handbag or
  • a laptop bag or
  • a shoulder bag

For business class ticket holders they are allowed 2 piece of carry on baggage in addition of one personal item sizes 40 x 30 x 10 cm and it can be one of the following:

  • a handbag or
  • a laptop bag or
  • a shoulder bag

Please note that Depending on the operating aircraft type and/or fulfilling safety requirements of national authorities; in exceptional cases the hand baggage allowance for Business class guests may be reduced to 1 piece of hand baggage only.

Carry on Restrictions

To protect against the threat of liquid explosives, the EU has passed a regulation that governs and limits the transport of liquids in hand luggage.

This concerns passengers who are departing from an airport within the EU or have a connecting flight there.

It should be noted that similar regulations may also apply outside the EU. The relevant information can normally be found on the airport operator’s website.

The definition of liquids includes pastes, lotions, mixtures of liquids and solids and the contents of pressure containers, such as toothpaste, hair gel, drinks, soups, syrups, perfume, shaving foam and other items with a similar consistency.

What Is Austrian Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance?

All Austrian airline guests are allowed to check a certain amount of baggage free of charge and depending on the booking ticket.

The maximum dimensions per bag equal 158 cm (width + height + depth). 

Austrian Airlines operated scheduled flights following basic free baggage allowance rules applicable to European and Intercontinental routes. 

Free Checked Baggage Allowance

Armenia, Cyprus, Europe, Morocco, Russia, Turkey

Economy Light Economy Classic & Flex Business
no baggage 1x 23 kg 2x 32 kg

Free baggage allowance on intercontinental

Economy
Light
Economy
Saver, Basic & Flex
Premium Economy
Saver, Basic & Flex
Business
Saver & Flex
Adults and Children aged 2 years and olderno baggage1 x 23 kg2 x 23 kg2 x 32 kg
Children up to 2 yearsno baggage1 x 23 kg1 x 23 kg1 x 23 kg
HON Circle
Senator
STAR Gold
1 x 23 kgin addition to standard allowance according fare:
+ 1 x 23 kg
in addition to standard allowance according fare:
+ 1 x 23 kg
in addition to standard allowance according fare:
+ 1 x 32 kg
Frequent Traveller
(FTL card)
no baggagein total: 2 x 23 kgin total: 2 x 23 kgin total: 2 x 32 kg

Air Austrian Checked Baggage Allowance Connecting Flights

If your trip includes flights with other airlines, your free baggage allowance may be determined by the policy of the airline that has the longest journey. 

please make sure that you checked your free Checked baggage allowance on your ticket confirmation.

In such cases, the weight scheme may also be applied, which means that your baggage allowance is shown as a total weight regardless of the number of pieces, e.g. 20K (for 20 kg) or 30K (for 30 kg).

What is Austrian Airlines Additional baggage and excess baggage allowance?

In case you exceed the airline baggage allowance, an excess baggage fee will apply ; the fees will depend on your route and booking destination.

The price will differ also whether you take additional pieces with you or your permitted item is heavier or bigger than the standard limits.

In addition a supplementary “Excess Baggage Ticket Service Charge” can be levied, the amount depends on the departure airport and varies. 

How much is Austrian Airlines excess baggage allowance(within the free baggage allowance) per piece of baggage and routes?

Flight segmentPrice per 23-32 kg OR 158-292 cmPrice per 23-32 kg AND 158-292 cmAustrian Airlines Destinations
DomesticEUR 40EUR 80Flights within Austria
EuropeEUR 50EUR 100Flights within Europe incl. Morocco, Armenia
Short IntercontEUR 75EUR 150Between Europe and Jordan, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel
Medium IntercontEUR 120EUR 240Between Europe and Chicago, Maldives, Miami, Canada, New York, Washington D.C.
Long IntercontEUR 150EUR 300Between Europe and Thailand, South Africa, Los Angeles, Mauritius, China
JapanHeavier: EUR 100

Larger: EUR 200
EUR 300Between Europe and Japan

How much is excess baggage ( OUTSIDE the free baggage allowance )per piece of baggage and route?

How much is the first bag (max. 23 kg and max. 158 cm) in Economy Light Tarif¹?  

Flight segmentAdvance salePrice at check-in
DomesticEUR 15EUR 30
EuropeEUR 25EUR 40
Routes between selected European countries and USA / CanadaEUR 60EUR 60
Worldwide destinationsEUR 60EUR 90

How Much Is An Additional Piece Of Baggage Per Route?

Flight segmentAdditional piece of baggageToo heavy OR too bigToo heavy AND too bigAustrian Airlines Destinations
DomesticEUR 70EUR 110EUR 150Flights within Austria
EuropeEUR 80EUR 130EUR 180Flights within Europe incl. Morocco, Armenia
Short IntercontEUR 100EUR 175EUR 250Between Europe and Jordan, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel
Medium IntercontEUR 200EUR 320EUR 440Between Europe and Chicago, Maldives, Miami, Canada, New York, Washington D.C.
Long IntercontEUR 250EUR 400EUR 550Between Europe and Thailand, South Africa, Los Angeles, Mauritius, China
JapanEUR 150
JPY 20,000
Heavier: EUR 250
Larger: EUR 350
EUR 450Between Europe and Japan

Austrian Airlines Prohibited Items Baggage Allowance?

Items prohibited In your checked and carry-on baggage:

  • Fireworks and sparklers
  • Oxygen cylinders
  • Gasoline and fuel paste
  • Camping gas
  • Oxidizing and corrosive substances
  • Tasers
  • Paint and alcohol > 70 %
  • Poison and household chemicals
  • Battery powered transportation devices

Read more about what to take in checked baggage in this post.

Summary

Generally there are strict size and weight restrictions for carry-on luggage, as well as limitations on personal items and prohibited items.

It is important to pack accordingly, follow the airline luggage policies, to avoid additional fees at the airport.

By following these guidelines and tips, travelers can ensure compliance with Austrian Airlines’ carry-on policy and enjoy a comfortable and safe flight.

We hope this helps

Happy travels

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Disclosure:

Some information are gathered from these web pages:  www.austrian.com