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Emirates Baggage Fees & Allowance
Emirates Baggage Fees & Allowance — Summary
Emirates carry-on size limits, checked bag fees, weight limits, overweight and oversize charges, and who gets bags free. Updated policy summary with booking help.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Personal item: One handbag or laptop bag plus the cabin bag in Economy; two pieces in Business and First..
- Carry-on bag: One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg (30 lbs) in Business and First.
- First checked bag: Emirates uses a total weight allowance rather than a piece count on most routes: typically 25–35 kg in Economy depending on fare, 40 kg in Business and 50 kg in First.
- Second checked bag: Covered within the total weight allowance rather than charged per piece on weight-concept routes..
Personal item
One handbag or laptop bag plus the cabin bag in Economy; two pieces in Business and First.
Carry-on bag
One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg (30 lbs) in Business and First. Maximum dimensions: 55 x 38 x 20 cm.
First checked bag
Emirates uses a total weight allowance rather than a piece count on most routes: typically 25–35 kg in Economy depending on fare, 40 kg in Business and 50 kg in First. To and from the US the piece concept applies on some fares — check your ticket.
Second checked bag
Covered within the total weight allowance rather than charged per piece on weight-concept routes.
Weight limits
Individual bags must not exceed 32 kg (70 lbs) for handler safety, even where your total allowance is higher.
Overweight bag charges
Excess weight is charged per kilogram and is expensive at the airport. Pre-purchasing extra baggage online is materially cheaper.
Oversize bag charges
Over 300 cm total dimensions requires cargo shipping.
Who gets bags free
Skywards Silver, Gold and Platinum members receive additional allowance on top of the fare allowance.
Sports and special equipment
Emirates carries sports equipment generously, and golf and ski equipment often fits inside the standard weight allowance rather than requiring a separate fee.
Emirates baggage allowance & fees — common questions
What is the Emirates carry-on size limit?
55 x 38 x 20 cm including wheels and handles. One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg (30 lbs) in Business and First.
How much does a checked bag cost on Emirates?
Emirates uses a total weight allowance rather than a piece count on most routes: typically 25–35 kg in Economy depending on fare, 40 kg in Business and 50 kg in First. To and from the US the piece concept applies on some fares — check your ticket. A second bag: Covered within the total weight allowance rather than charged per piece on weight-concept routes.
What is the Emirates checked baggage weight limit?
Individual bags must not exceed 32 kg (70 lbs) for handler safety, even where your total allowance is higher. Excess weight is charged per kilogram and is expensive at the airport. Pre-purchasing extra baggage online is materially cheaper.
Can I get a free checked bag on Emirates?
Skywards Silver, Gold and Platinum members receive additional allowance on top of the fare allowance.
More Emirates help
Booking Emirates? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.