Flying. with Pegasus its affordable, but the their baggage rules can be confusing, and just how strict is Pegasus Airlines with their baggage allowance?
Generally; Pegasus Airlines is slightly strict with its baggage rules, especially cabin baggage, if you bring a large suitcase that don’t fit I the cabin or under the adit you will end up paying some additional charges.
In this detailed post I break down everything you need to know about Pegasus Airlines carry-on, checked, excess, overweight, and oversize baggage policies.
You’ll also learn what to expect at the airport, how to avoid extra fees, and tips to make your trip as smooth as possible.
Let’s dive right in,
The following guide will cover the following:
- Pegasus Airlines Carry on Baggage
- Pegasus Airlines Checked Baggage
- Pegasus Airlines Excess Baggage
- Pegasus Airlines Overweight Baggage
- Pegasus Airlines Oversize Baggage
- Pegasus Airlines Sport Equipments
- Pegasus Airlines Pets Policy
What Is Pegasus Airlines Carry-on Baggage?
Pegasus Airlines carry-on / hand baggage depends on your booking ticket and fare you have:
Super Eco package guests can carry an 8 kg, 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm hand luggage along with a small handbag.
Business Flex guests can have a 12 kg, 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm hand luggage.
Exceeding baggage allowance results in excess luggage fees (0–20 kg) per baggage.
For extra baggage exceeding 20 kg, an excess baggage fee is charged for each kilogram.
Passengers on international flights will have an extra €50 per excess luggage in case of exceeding the weight, size, and quantity allowances.
Please note that it is important to know what is permitted, prohibited, or restricted in cabin baggage.
Make sure to check baggage regulations to know what can or cannot be carried in cabin baggage while booking a flight.
To get more information on the list of items that are not permitted on Pegasus flights, please visit the airline website.
Is Pegasus Airlines Strict With Carry-on Baggage?
Pegasus Airlines are slightly lenient with their carry-on baggage; however, on busy flights the airline will be strict about its carry-on weight and size.
In case your baggage exceeds the indicated carry-on weight, size, or piece limit for flights outside of Turkey, each piece exceeding prescribed limits will be considered as checked luggage, and will be subject to an additional charge of EUR 70 per piece, regardless of the passenger’s checked baggage allowance under the ticket.
If that happened, always make sure to remove any valuables, and make sure you always have a another bag that you use to take the valuables on to the plane with you.
Wha Is Pegasus Checked Baggage?
Pegasus Airlines checked baggage allowance (number of pieces, weight, and dimensions) depends on the package and ticket you have booked.
Basic Package guests do not have any checked baggage allowance.
If you want to travel with more baggage, you can separately pay for extra baggage allowance only for checked baggage.
| Routes | Basic Package | Essentials Package | Advantage Package | Business Flex Package |
| Domestic Flights | – | 15 kg | 20 kg | 15 kg |
| International Flights (including North Cyprus) | 0 kg | 20 kg | 20 kg | 20 kg |
pegasus airlines infant baggage allowance under 2 years of age have a is 10kg, and cannot pay for additional baggage.
Is Pegasus Airlines Strict With Checked Baggage?
Piece and weight restrictions apply to the checked baggage allowance for all guests on Pegasus flights.
Please make sure that you read carefully the airline’s checked baggage allowance policy.
If your baggage exceeds the airline allowance, you will need to pay an excess baggage fee.
Excess Baggage / Overweight / Oversize Baggage
If you want to take more or your baggage exceeds the indicated baggage policy above, an excess baggage fee will apply.
Pre-paying for excess baggage outside of the airport is cheaper. Guests flying domestically within Turkey pay 4 TL (Turkish Lira)/kg over for one flight, and 8 TL/kg over for connecting domestic flights if the excess baggage is purchased in advance.
Guests flying domestically who pay baggage overage fees at the airport pay 8 TL/kg for one flight, and 30 TL/kg for bags under 20 kg and 12 TL/kg for bags over 20 kg for connecting domestic flights.
Charges for international flights and flights to Cyprus depend on when the excess baggage is purchased and your destination.
Sports Equipment
When traveling with your sporting equipment, the fee for transporting it will apply whether the flight is domestic or international. The fees are listed below:
For domestic flights:
- Golf set: 15 TRY
- Sailboard: 45 TRY
- Diving equipment: 30 TRY
- Skis: 10 TRY
- Bicycle: 45 TRY
- Other special equipment: 45 TRY
For international flights:
- Golf set: 20 USD
- Sailboard: 45 USD
- Diving equipment: 15 USD
- Skis: 10 USD
- Bicycle: 45 USD
Traveling With Pets
Traveling with pets is subject to an extra charge.
Pegasus only allows you to travel with cats, dogs, and birds on domestic flights, and cats and dogs on international flights.
Wild, predatory, and fighter dogs and birds are not allowed on Pegasus flights.
Kangal dogs are only admitted to Pegasus flights until they are six months old. Furthermore, American Pit Bull, American Staffordshire Terrier, Boxer, American Bulldog, Caucasian, Chow, Doberman, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brazileiro, Japanese Tosa, Mastiff, Mastino Napoletano, Pit Bull Terrier, Presa Canario, and Rottweiler breeds are not admitted to Pegasus flights.
Final Thoughts
While Pegasus Airlines is considered cheap because it is a low-cost carrier, but you will need to pay extra for many services like baggage.
Their baggage restrictions can be strict especially on busy flights or when it comes to weight and size limits.
So ensure that you plane ahead and know exactly what is the size and wight of your bag, to avoid any last-minute fees and enjoy a smoother travel experience.
I hope his helps
Happy travels
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