Is Philippine Airlines Strict With Baggage Allowance ?

Philippine Airlines has specific baggage policies that you need to be aware of before booking your flights.

It’s important to know the policies and fees associated with their baggage allowance prior to arriving at the airport to avoid any unexpected charges.

In this article, we will provide everything about Philippine Airlines’ baggage policies, specifically whether the airline is strict with baggage allowances and what you can do to avoid any issues when traveling with this carrier.

Let’s dive right in.

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What Is Philippine Airlines Cabin Baggage Allowance?

Is philippine airlines strict with carry on baggage?

Philippine airlines are not strict about its carry on baggage; all Philippine Airline Guests are allowed to carry on board one piece of carry on baggage free of charge that has to fit the overhead bin or under the seat in front; with the following weight and dimensions:

weight: 7 kgs. (15 lbs).
SIZE: 56cm x 36cm x 23cm (22in x 14in x 9in)

In addition to your free carry-on baggage allowance, you are also allowed to carry on-board a maximum of two (2) of any the following items:

a small handbag
pocket book or purse
an overcoat, wrap or blanket
a small camera or binoculars
laptop with case
a reasonable amount of reading material
duty free bag
infant’s food for consumption in flight
pair of crutches and/or braces, walking stick and other prosthetic device for the passenger’s use provided that the passenger is dependent upon them

A carry-on bag that exceeds the allowed weight or dimension shall be intercepted and charged an Excess Baggage Charge (EBC), if applicable

What Is Philippine Airlines Check In Baggage Allowance?

Is philippine airlines strict with check in baggage?

To/from Hawaii: Piece System

Mabuhay (Business) Class:

number of pieces: 2 pieces
Maximum size of each piece : 62 in/158 cm
Maximum weight of each piece : 70 lb/32 kg

Fiesta (Economy) Class:

number of pieces: 2 pieces
Maximum size: 107 in/273 cm total, no piece exceeding 62 in/158 cm
Maximum weight of each piece : 70 lb/32 kg

To/from the USA (except Hawaii), Canada, and Guam: Piece System

number of piece: 2 pieces
Maximum dimensions of each piece : 62 in/158 cm
Maximum weight of each piece : 50 lb/23 kg

Fiesta (Economy) Class:

number of piece : 2 pieces
Maximum dimensions: 107 in/273 cm total, no piece exceeding 62 in/158 cm
Maximum weight of each piece : 50 lb/23 kg

Infants paying at least 10% of the adult fare are allowed to carry one piece of checked baggage with a weight of 15 lb/7 kg and the sum of the three dimensions does not exceed 45 inches plus one fully collapsible child’s stroller or pushchair.

To/from other countries other than the USA and Canada: Weight System*

Mabuhay (Business) Class: 66 lb/30 kg
Fiesta (Economy) Class: 44 lb/20 kg

*For domestic flights on a Bombardier Q300 or Q400, the maximum weight is 22 lb/10 kg.

PAL EconoLight Class (NO FRILLS) passengers

Free baggage allowance is 33 lb/15 kg. Applicable to all PAL domestic flights and selected Asian destinations.

What Is Philippine Airlines Excess Baggage Allowance?

Flights from the Philippines to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, or San Francisco

USD $200 for travel between:

December 26 – January 31
March 16 – May 31
August 1 – 31

USD $150 for travel between:

February 1 – March 15
June 1 – July 31
September 1 – December 25

From Las Vegas, Los Angeles or San Francisco to the Philippines

USD $150 (All year rate)

From the Philippines to Honolulu

USD $165 for travel between:

December 26 – January 31
March 16 – May 31
August 1 – 31

USD $125 for travel between:

February 1 – March 15
June 1 – July 31
September 1 – December 25

From Honolulu to the Philippines

USD $125 (All year rate)

From the Philippines to Vancouver, Canada

USD $200 for travel between:

December 26 – January 31
March 16 – May 31
August 1 – 31

USD $150 for travel between:

February 1 – March 15
June 1 – July 31
September 1 – December 25

From Vancouver, Canada to the Philippines

CAD $200 (All year rate)

Between Guam and the Philippines

USD $100 (All year rate)

Between USA and Canada

USD $75/CAD $105 (All year rate)

What Is Philippine Airlines Baggage Allowance Restricted Items?

This items are allowed as carry on baggage:

Alcoholic Beverages
non-radioactive,medicinal or toilet articles
Carbon dioxide,solid (dry ice)
Small non flammable gas cylinders
portable medical electronic devices
oxygen or air gaseous cylinders
E-cegarettes

This items are not allowed as carry on baggage:

Fueles
Flammable paints and thinners
Work tools or equipment with smell of gas

This items are allowed as checked baggage:

Alcoholic Beverages
non-radioactive,medicinal or toilet articles
work tools or equipment with smell of gas
Carbon dioxide,solid (dry ice)
Small non flammable gas cylinders
portable medical electronic devices
oxygen or air gaseous cylinders

This items are not allowed as checked baggage:

Fuels
Flammable paints and thinners
E-cegarettes

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

Summary

Generally Philippine Airlines is slightly strict about its baggage allowance.

So ensure that your carry on and checked baggage is within the specified size and weight.

It is important to know the fees associated with their baggage allowance prior to arriving at the airport.

That way you will ensure a hassle free flight.

We hops this helps

Happy travels

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Disclosure:

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