Lao Airlines is the national airline of Laos.
If you’re planning to fly with Lao Airlines, it’s important to understand their baggage requirements before your trip.
Generally, you can have one carry-on bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) and 115 cm total size, plus one small personal item. Checked baggage depends on your ticket.
In this post, I will cover everything you need to know about Lao Airlines’ baggage policy including cabin baggage, checked baggage, extra baggage, size limits, and applicable fees.
Let’s break it down.
What Can You Bring on the Plane? (Carry-On Bag)
Every passenger can bring one small bag on the plane for free.
- Weight limit: 7 kg (about 15 pounds)
- Size limit: No bigger than 115 cm when you add up length, width, and height
(That’s about 30 cm x 60 cm x 18 cm or 12 x 24 x 7 inches)
You can also bring one small personal item like:
- A purse or handbag
- A coat or blanket
- An umbrella or walking stick (no sharp tips)
- Books to read on the plane
- Baby food for the flight
- A baby basket or bassinet
- A fold-up wheelchair
- Crutches or braces if you need them
Liquids rules:
You can only bring small bottles of liquid. Each one must be 100 ml or less. All liquids must fit in one clear plastic bag.
Do not bring:
- Fireworks
- Big batteries
- Gas cans
- Poison or chemicals
- Anything dangerous
Is Lao Airlines Strict About Carry-On Bags?
Yes, they can be strict.
If your bag is too big or too heavy, they might not let you bring it on the plane.
You will have to check it in instead.
If you fly with other airlines too, check their rules as well. Each airline is different.
So always keep your valuables (like money, jewelry, or any expensive electronics) in your carry-on bag not in your checked bag.
Lao Airlines is not responsible if those items are lost or damaged.
Lao Airlines can check your bags before the flight. If you don’t let them, you might not be allowed to fly.
How Much Checked Baggage Can You Bring?
Economy Class (Regular seats):
- Adults and kids: 20 kg (44 pounds)
- Babies: 10 kg (22 pounds)
Business Class (More expensive seats):
- Adults and kids: 30 kg (66 pounds)
- Babies: 10 kg (22 pounds)
Your Ticket Type Matters
Not all tickets include free checked bags.
- “Easy” tickets: No free checked bag
- Other economy tickets: 20 kg allowed
- Business class: 30 kg allowed
On some short routes inside Laos, you may only get 15 kg for checked bags and 5 kg for carry-on.
What If Your Bag Is Too Heavy? (Extra Fees)
If your bag is over the limit, you’ll have to pay extra.
Here’s how much it can cost (per 1 kg):
| Route | Cost (USD) |
| Inside Laos | $2 |
| Laos to Thailand | $6 |
| Laos to Vietnam | $6 |
| Laos to Cambodia | $6 |
| Laos to China | $13 |
Prices may change, so check Lao Airlines website to be sure.
Sports Gear And Special Bags
You can bring sports gear as part of your checked bags.
But if it weighs too much, you’ll pay extra.
Bicycles
- Must be in a strong box
- Tires must be flat
- Pedals off
- Handlebars turned sideways
- Max weight: 10 kg
Golf Sets
- One set per person
- Can include one pair of golf shoes
- Max weight: 10 kg
Final Thoughts
Lao Airlines will check your bags carefully.
If your carry-on bag is too big or heavy, you may have to check it in.
The same goes for checked bags if they weigh too much, you might have to pay extra.
These rules may seem strict, but they help keep flights safe and on time. Before you fly, make sure your bags follow the size and weight limits.
Knowing the rules before you go will help you avoid problems and make your trip with Lao Airlines easier and more fun.
I hope this helps
Happy travels
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