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How much Baggage is Allowed on Turkish Airlines?

Knowing how much baggage you can carry on your flight will help in packing more smartly and carrying only the items which are a must. Turkish Airlines has a Baggage Calculator which offers a convenient way of knowing your Turkish Airlines baggage size allowed on your flight. In this HolidayGlobes blog, we will offer more on this tool.

How can I Know my Baggage Allowance on Turkish Airlines?

The checked Turkish Airlines baggage allowance may vary depending on whether it is a domestic or international flight. Plus, it can depend on whether the piece concept or kilogram concept is used at the airport. The baggage calculator can be used to show your baggage allowance. You need to enter your travel details to know the baggage allowance. Here is a look at the cabin baggage allowance on Turkish Airlines.

  • Economy Class - You can bring one piece of cabin baggage with maximum dimensions of 23x40x55 cm and a weight limit of 8 kg. Additionally, passengers can carry one personal item, such as a small bag, with dimensions not exceeding 40x30x15 cm and a weight limit of 4 kg.
  • Business Class - Passengers are permitted to bring two pieces of cabin baggage, each with dimensions up to 23x40x55 cm and a combined weight limit of 16 kg. They can also carry one personal item, such as a small bag, with dimensions not exceeding 40x30x15 cm and a weight limit of 4 kg.

Extra baggage may cost you a lot more. In case you are not sure of your options, our travel experts can offer you a suggestion when you call us at +44-203-657-6653.

Can I Buy Extra Baggage on Turkish Airlines?

You need to be conscious of Turkish Airlines baggage policy and the rules it imposes for extra baggage. Here we mention the most common one’s for you.

  • Ticketed passengers are eligible to purchase additional baggage through Turkish Airlines' online channels.
  • You can buy a minimum of 3 kg or 1 piece and up to a maximum of 230 kg or 10 pieces of extra baggage at one time.
  • Each piece of baggage must not exceed 32 kg in weight, and the combined dimensions (width, length, height) of each piece should not surpass 158 cm.
  • Extra baggage can be purchased up to 355 days before your flight, with deadlines being 60 minutes prior to domestic flights and 75 minutes before international flights.

How much Extra Baggage is Allowed for frequent flyers Turkish Airlines?

Turkish Airlines accords privileges to the frequent flyers. Those who are Miles Smiles members will enjoy the below-mentioned extra baggage.

  • For Classic - This tier will have to pay Turkish airlines baggage fees.
  • For Classic Plus - The extra baggage allowance is 10 kg. 
  • For Elite - This tier is allowed to carry an extra baggage of 20 kg or 1 additional piece of baggage on flights implementing piece concept
  • For Elite Plus - The extra baggage allowance for this tier is 25 kg or 1 additional piece of baggage on flights implementing the piece concept. 

Being a smart passenger means knowing your baggage allowance before you board a flight. Call HolidayGlobes at +44-203-657-6653 in case you’re in doubt. 

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