Whether you already booked your flight with EgyptAir or not, it is important to know how much luggage they allow, what to expect at the airport, and how strict is Egyptair with baggage?.
The following post covers everything you need to know about the state-owned flag carrier of Egypt’s baggage policies and rules.
Let’s dive right in.
TL;DR
- EgyptAir allows both carry-on and checked baggage depending on your class and route.
- Economy passengers can bring one 8 kg carry-on and one personal item.
- Business passengers can bring two 8 kg carry-ons and one personal item.
- International flights allow two checked bags, 23 kg each in Economy and 32 kg each in Business.
- Domestic flights allow one checked bag, 23 kg in Economy and 32 kg in Business.
- EgyptAir is slightly strict with baggage size and weight; extra or overweight bags incur fees.
- Avoid prohibited items such as sharp tools, flammable liquids, or lithium batteries in checked baggage.
- Always weigh your bags, arrive early if paying extra fees, and check EgyptAir’s baggage rules before your flight.
What Is EgyptAir Cabin Baggage?
All EgyptAir guests are allowed to carry on board a personal item and a standard carry-on bag free of charge, with the following dimensions (sizes) and weight baggage limits:
Business: 2 pieces of hand luggage, each with a maximum weight of 8 kg, and one personal item.
Economy: 1 piece of hand luggage with a maximum weight of 8 kg, and one personal item.
How Strict Is EgyptAir With Baggage?
EgyptAir is considered slightly strict when it comes to luggage rules.
Cabin and checked bags will be weighed and measured at check-in, especially for international flights.
Oversized or overweight bags are usually charged extra, and passengers are often asked to repack if they exceed the weight limits.
EgyptAir Checked Baggage
International flights
Travelers traveling with EgyptAir are allowed to the following free baggage allowance on international flights:
Business: 2 pieces of baggage, each with a maximum weight of 32 kg (70 lbs) and maximum size of 158 cm (62 in).
Economy: 2 pieces of baggage, each with a maximum weight of 23 kg (50 lbs) and maximum size of 158 cm (62 in).
Domestic flights
Guests traveling with EgyptAir are entitled to the following free baggage allowance on domestic flights:
Business: 1 piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 32 kg (70 lbs) and maximum size of 158 cm (62 in).
Economy: 1 piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 23 kg (50 lbs) and maximum size of 158 cm (62 in).
Overweight Baggage Fees
If your baggage exceeds the free EgyptAir baggage allowance stated above (weight requirements of 24–32 kg), you will be charged a fee depending on your destination. You can find overweight baggage fees here.
Note: If you have overweight baggage, you should arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before the normal check-in time to pay excess fees.
If you exceed the maximum weight or size restrictions, you will be asked to repack your luggage.
Oversize Baggage Fees
If your baggage exceeds the free EgyptAir baggage allowance stated above (size requirements of more than 158 cm / 62 in), you will be charged a fee depending on your destination. You can find oversized baggage fees here.
Note: If you have overweight baggage, you should arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before the normal check-in time to pay excess fees.
If you exceed the maximum weight or size restrictions, you will be asked to repack your luggage.
Excess Baggage Fees
If your baggage exceeds the free EgyptAir baggage allowance (extra piece), you will need to pay an extra fee depending on your route or destination.
Note: If you have excess baggage, you should arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before the normal check-in time to pay excess fees.
If you exceed the maximum weight or size restrictions, you will be asked to repack your luggage.
Restricted and Prohibited Items
You can’t bring certain dangerous or restricted items in both carry-on and checked baggage:
- Explosives, flammable liquids, or fireworks
- Sharp objects (knives, scissors, or tools) in hand luggage
- Lithium batteries or power banks in checked baggage
- Liquids over 100 ml in carry-on
- Corrosive materials or compressed gases
Final Thoughts
Flying with EgyptAir is usually smooth, just ensure that your luggage is within the airline size and weight limits.
The airline has limits for both weight and size for carry-on and checked bags and is usually slightly serious about these limits at the airport.
So always weigh your luggage before heading to the airport, don’t pack any prohibited items, and check what you are walled to take based on your route and fare class.
If you are traveling with pets, sports gear, or oversized items it is better to inform EgyptAir in advance to confirm special requirements.
I hope this helps
Happy travels
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