Is Asiana Airlines Strict With Baggage Allowance?

Asiana Airlines is a South Korean airline known for its exceptional service.

And if you are planning to fly with them, you will need to know their baggage policies and rules, to avoid any unexpected fees or surprises at the airport.

In this post we find out if Asiana Airlines is strict with its baggage policies and tips to avoid any inconvenience and better prepare for your next flight.

Let’s dive right in.

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What Is The Baggage Allowance For Asiana Airlines?

Economy class:

  • Quantity allowed: 1 carry on bag
  • Weight: 10 kg(22 lbs) up to

Business class:

  • Quantity allowed: 2 carry on bags
  • Weight: 10 kg(22 lbs) up to

Is Asiana Airlines strict baggage?

Does Asiana weigh carry on?

Yes and The allowed weight for your carry on must not exceed a Weight of 10kg (22lbs)

and the Size: Sum of three dimensions up to 115 cm (including handle and wheels)

Maximum length of each side A (Height) 55 cm, B (Depth) 20 cm, C (Width) 40 cm

Please note that All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

In addition to your carry on baggage you can also take one of the following items fee free:

  • Small briefcase
  • Handbook
  • Laptop computer
  • Book
  • Small duty-free item
  • Infant food to be eaten during the flight
  • Staff or crutches for disabled passengers
  • Guide dog for visually handicapped passengers
  • Small stroller that can be folded flat

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What Is Asiana Airlines Checked Baggage Policy?

Passengers traveling to to/from the US, US territories, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and South America:

  • Baggage Allowance: 2 pieces
  • Maximum Dimensions: 62 linear inches/157 cm (length + width + height)
  • Maximum Weight for Economy Class passengers: 50 lb/23 kg
  • Maximum Weight for First and Business Class passengers: 70 lb/32 kg

Passengers traveling in most other destinations:

  • Maximum Weight for Economy Class Passengers: 44 lb/20 kg total
  • Maximum Weight for Business Class Passengers: 66 lb/30 kg total
  • Maximum Weight for First Class Passengers: 88 lb/40 kg total

IMPORTANT NOTE: There are some exceptions to the above information, depending on your destination and originating city. Be sure to check the Asiana Airlines website or contact their Reservations desk for more details or if you have questions.

How Much Is Extra Baggage On Asiana?

If you want to travel with more baggage than the permitted allowance or your bags exceed the weight or the permitted size , an additional fee will apply . Please Contact Asiana Airlines directly for more information as this will vary by destination and departing airport.

How Much Excess Baggage On Asiana?

U.S. Routes

TypeBasisAsia (including Oceania) – U.S. Routes (excluding Saipan)
Europe – U.S. Routes (including Saipan)
Oceania – Saipan
Asia (excluding Oceania) – Saipan
Excess Baggage
Fee
1 piece (23kg, sum of three dimensions ~158cm)KRW 200,000
USD 200
CAD 200
(KRW 175,000/USD
75/CAD 175 for Brazil
departures/arrivals)
KRW 100,000
USD 100
CAD 100
(free for Brazil departures/arrivals)
Excess Weight
Fee
24kg – 32kgKRW 100,000
USD 100
CAD 100
(free for Brazil departures/arrivals)
KRW 100,000
USD 100
CAD 100
(free for Brazil departures/arrivals)
Excess Weight
Fee
33kg – 45kg
*Advance notice required
KRW 400,000
USD 400
CAD 400
(KRW 350,000/USD
350/CAD 350 for Brazil
departures/arrivals)
KRW 200,000/USD 200/CAD 200
Excess Bulk FeeSum of three dimensions
158~203cm
KRW 200,000
USD 200
CAD 200
(KRW 175,000/USD
175/CAD 175 for Brazil
departures/arrivals)
KRW 100,000
USD 100
CAD 100
Excess Bulk FeeSum of three dimensions
between 203cm – 292cm

*Advance notice required
KRW 400,000
USD 400
CAD 400
(KRW 350,000/USD
350/CAD 350 for Brazil
departures/arrivals)
KRW 200,000
USD 200
CAD 200

Non U.S. Routes

TypeBasisShort-haul routes within
1.5 hours from Korea *
Korea-Japan/China/Taiwan/
Hong Kong/Macao/
Mongolia
Within Asia *
Asia-Europe/Middle East/
Africa/Oceania
Excess Baggage
Fee
(23kg, sum of three dimensions ~158cm)
1 pieceKRW 60,000
USD 60
KRW 80,000
USD 80
KRW 110,000
USD 110
KRW 140,000
USD 140
Excess Baggage
Fee
(23kg, sum of three dimensions ~158cm)
2 pieces or more (per additional piece)KRW 90,000
USD 90
KRW 110,000
USD 110
KRW 160,000
USD 160
KRW 210,000
USD 210
Excess Weight
Fee
24kg – 28kgKRW 35,000
USD 35
KRW 40,000
USD 40
KRW 60,000
USD 60
KRW 90,000
USD 90
Excess Weight
Fee
29kg – 32kgKRW 50,000
USD 50
KRW 60,000
USD 60
KRW 90,000
USD 90
KRW 110,000
USD 110
Excess Weight
Fee
33kg – 45kg
*Advance notice required
KRW 90,000
USD 90
KRW 110,000
USD 110
KRW 170,000
USD 170
KRW 210,000
USD 210
Excess Bulk FeeSum of three dimensions
159~203cm
KRW 90,000
USD 90
KRW 110,000
USD 110
KRW 170,000
USD 170
KRW 210,000
USD 210
Excess Bulk FeeSum of three dimensions
between 204 cm – 292cm
*Advance notice required
KRW 160,000
USD 160
KRW 200,000
USD 200
KRW 320,000
USD 320
KRW 400,000
USD 400

Domestic

KRW 2,000 per kilogram for excess baggage (e.g., KRW 20,000 for 10 kg)

Asiana Airlines Sports Equipment

Some sports equipment, because of size, fragility, or other handling requirements will be charged an excess fee even if the equipment replaces one of your allowed baggage pieces. Contact Asiana Airlines directly or visit their website for More Baggage Information.

How Early Can I Check My Bags For Asiana Airlines?

ClassificationCheck-in hoursOperating routesEligibility
Domestic
Flights
24 hours to 30 minutes before departure
All routesPassengers with e-tickets that have already been paid
International
Flights
48 hours to 1 hour before departure
(for U.S. routes, 24 hours before departure)
All routesPassengers with e-tickets that have already been paid

Summary

Generally, you will need to review and be familiar with the Asiana Airlines baggage policies before you book your flight.

Even though Asiana Airlines may not necessarily be strict about its baggage allowance, you can’t even know what to expect at the airport on the day of traveling.

So ensure that you use a suitcase that is fully compliant with the airline size and weight, and you will save yourself a lot of headache.

We hope this helps

Happy travels

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Disclosure: All information is pulled from The airline websites as a resource. Airline websites are the authority and can change at any time. For the latest information please visit the Airline website: flyasiana.com