What Is Azerbaijan Airlines Baggage Policy?

Azerbaijan Airlines is the flag carrier of Azerbaijan and operates flights to more than 40 destinations and routes worldwide.

Before you book your flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, ensure that you know their luggage rules and policies.

In this post, I will cover everything you need to know about Azerbaijan Airlines weight and size restrictions for checked and cabin baggage, the number of bags allowed, and fees for excess baggage.

Let’s dive right in.

Azerbaijan Airlines Airplane

Azerbaijan Airlines Carry-on Baggage Allowance

Azerbaijan Airlines allows you to have a hand luggage up to 10 kg (one piece), with total dimensions not exceeding 118 cm (55 × 40 × 23 cm) / 45 inches (21 × 15 × 9 inches) inches.

The carry-on baggage allowance on flights of Azerbaijan Airlines is:

TicketsHand Luggage
VIP Club Guests2 pieces
Comfort Club Guests2 pieces
Business Class Guests2 pieces
Economy Class Guests1 piece

In addition to your carry-on baggage allowance, you are also allowed to bring the following items into the cabin: a handbag, briefcase, and portable computer.

Azerbaijan Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance / Excess Baggage Charges

The table below shows the checked baggage allowance on flights operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, depending on your booking ticket, itinerary, as well as the fares for excess baggage:

FaresChecked BaggageExcess Baggage Charges
VIP Club3 pcs, not exceeding 32 kg eachFor each extra piece up to 23 kg – €50 (40 GBP; 60 USD; 210 AED). Only on flights Baku–New York–Baku and Baku–Pekin–Baku: €100 (120 USD) per extra piece.
Business2 pcs, not exceeding 32 kg eachSame as above
Comfort Club2 pcs, not exceeding 32 kg eachSame as above
Economy1 pc, not exceeding 23 kgOn flights Baku–New York–Baku and Baku–Kuwait–Baku: 2 pcs (23 kg each). Extra piece up to 23 kg – €50 (40 GBP; 60 USD; 210 AED); €100 (120 USD) on Baku–Pekin–Baku.
Azerbaijan airlines baggage allowance

Azerbaijan Airlines Fee for Overweight Baggage

If one of your items exceeds the standard baggage allowance of 50 pounds (23 kg), the following charges will apply:

Bags heavier than 32 kg: Can only be carried as cargo

Between 23 and 32 kg: €50 per bag

Azerbaijan Airlines Fee for Oversized Baggage

Azerbaijan Airlines (J2) will charge the following fees for oversize bags:

If one of your items exceeds Azerbaijan Airlines standard baggage size allowance, the following charges will apply:

  • Bags between 158 and 203 cm: €50 per bag
  • Bags larger than 203 cm: €100 per bag

Azerbaijan Airlines Baggage Allowance For Infants

Children between 2 and 12 years old have the same free baggage allowance as adult passengers.

The following items are allowed for passengers with infants (under 2 years old):

  • Infant food during the flight
  • A travel cradle
  • A lightweight, adjustable stroller (carried in the cargo compartment)

Azerbaijan Airlines Sporting Equipment

As stated in the Azerbaijan Airlines sporting equipment baggage policy, one set of golfing kit and / or skiing equipment is allowed free of charge.

For other equipment, and for exceeding the size or weight limits, additional charges will apply.

Please note:

  • Golf or skiing equipment cannot be brought into the cabin it must be properly packed and checked in.
  • Other sporting equipment is included in the free baggage allowance. If it exceeds the limit (in weight or size), the excess baggage fee will apply.
  • Transportation of sports equipment (except for tennis rackets and sets for rhythmic gymnastics) in the passenger cabin is strictly prohibited and must be carried in the baggage hold.

A set of skiing gear includes:

  • A pair of skis and a pair of ski poles
  • A snowboard with all necessary equipment (including but not limited to boots, goggles, and helmet)

Final Thoughts

If you’re planning to travel with Azerbaijan Airlines, make sure that you stay within their baggage rules and limits to avoid any unexpected charges or inconveniences.

You can use a suitcase that fully complies with the airline’s size and weight restrictions.

If you’re willing to take the risk of exceeding those limits, just be aware that you may end up paying additional fees at the airport.

I hope this helps.

Happy travels

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