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Emirates·None (partners with United, Qantas and others)
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
One handbag or laptop bag plus the cabin bag in Economy; two pieces in Business and First.
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.
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.
Covered within the total weight allowance rather than charged per piece on weight-concept routes.
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.
Over 300 cm total dimensions requires cargo shipping.
Skywards Silver, Gold and Platinum members receive additional allowance on top of the fare allowance.
Emirates carries sports equipment generously, and golf and ski equipment often fits inside the standard weight allowance rather than requiring a separate fee.
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.
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.
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.
Skywards Silver, Gold and Platinum members receive additional allowance on top of the fare allowance.
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.