Oversize Baggage fees by airline
Last verified: 2026-08-23This fee category is where airlines monetize confusion. Do not judge the fare in isolation; price the trip as fare plus likely add-ons.
Best for: bag shapes that could trigger a separate airport charge beyond the normal bag count.
Quick check: Check the airline page after this table to see how the rule behaves on your fare class and route.
Common way to avoid the fee: The best loophole is usually not cleverness. It is choosing a fare or airline that does not need rescuing.
What to watch: Watch route carve-outs, fare-family differences, and whether the fee is really a disguised upsell.
Oversize charges can be harder to rescue at the airport because the bag shape is already fixed. Use the overweight and oversize baggage calculator, compare American, Delta, and Southwest, then check standard checked-bag fees because oversize charges may be in addition to the normal bag fee.
Published fees on this page: 82
Decision tools
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Oversize baggage calculator
Estimate oversize exposure when a bag crosses common linear-inch thresholds and numeric rows exist.
Heavy and oversized scenario
Model the worse case where weight and size issues may both matter before airport day.
Checked-bag fee baseline
Check the normal checked-bag charge because oversize fees may not replace the base bag fee.
Direct answer
How much is the charge for oversized baggage?
Oversized baggage does not have one universal airline charge. Many airlines start oversize screening above 62 linear inches / 158 cm, but the actual fee depends on the airline, route, bag shape, special-item category, airport handling limits, and whether the oversize charge is added on top of the normal checked-bag fee.
Bag is just over 62 inches
Estimate a common oversize scenario when the airline publishes a usable numeric fee.
Bag is heavy and oversized
Check the combined-risk case where weight and size charges may both matter.
Check the base bag fee
Oversize fees may stack with, not replace, the normal checked-bag charge.
Useful comparisons: American baggage fees, Delta baggage fees, Southwest baggage fees, Air France baggage charges, and the international baggage allowance explainer.
Common situations
Oversize is hard to fix late
A heavy bag can sometimes be repacked. An oversized suitcase, case, or sports item is usually a structural problem by the time you reach the counter.
The base checked-bag fee may still apply
Oversize charges often sit on top of the normal checked-bag fee, so the right comparison starts with the standard bag baseline.
Route and aircraft handling matter
Some airlines publish route- or aircraft-dependent acceptance rules, which is why a single universal oversize number can be misleading.
Airline pages to compare next
American is a useful benchmark for published oversize and overweight ladders.
Delta shows how oversize pricing interacts with a broader legacy-carrier baggage table.
Southwest is useful because free checked bags do not mean free oversize baggage.
Frontier shows how special bag handling can stack on top of a fragile low-fare bag plan.
Published fees and sources
| Airline | Amount | Applies to | Region / route | Timing | Conditions | Source | Last verified | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aer Lingus (EI) | Not published as separate flat fee EUR | Checked bags above published size limit | All routes | before travel / bag drop | Maximum checked-bag dimensions are 158 cm; Aer Lingus does not publish a separate flat oversize fee | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Aeroméxico (AM) | Airport-priced by route and size USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees depend on route market, season, dimensions, and aircraft or airport acceptance limits | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Air Astana (KC) | Approval and airport-rate dependent USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Items over 158 cm need prior approval and are paid at airport rates, not prepaid | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Air Canada (AC) | From 100 to 225 CAD | All fares | Domestic, transborder, international | at airport | Oversize fee applies above 158 cm linear; amount varies by route and aircraft/airport handling limits | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Air China (CA) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft acceptance CNY | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize charges depend on the route table and aircraft acceptance; baggage above Air China transport limits must be split or moved as cargo | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Air India (AI) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft INR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees depend on route, aircraft handling, and whether the item is normal checked baggage or special baggage. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Air New Zealand (NZ) | Airport-priced by route and aircraft NZD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees are airport-priced by departure country unless a prepaid option applies before travel | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| AIX Connect / Air India Express (IX) | Special equipment handling fee applies INR | Oversized or special baggage | Air India Express-operated routes | pre-book / airport check-in | Out-of-gauge, oversized, sports, musical, fragile, bicycle, and large TV items are handled as Special Baggage | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| All Nippon Airways (NH) | Airport-priced by route and size JPY | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees depend on route and size; listed sports equipment has separate exception rules | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Asiana Airlines (OZ) | From USD 100-200 for 158-203 cm on shown U.S. routes KRW | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees depend on route and size; sports exceptions do not waive overweight or extra-piece charges. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Avianca (AV) | Airport-priced by route and aircraft USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize charges are airport-priced by route and season; bags over 230 linear cm need cargo | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Batik Air (ID) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft IDR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize acceptance depends on aircraft, route, and whether the item can move as checked baggage or cargo | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Cathay Pacific (CX) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft handling HKD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize or overweight baggage needs special handling; single-bag size and weight limits still apply. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Cebu Pacific (5J) | Airport and add-on dependent USD | Checked baggage above standard dimensions | All routes | mobile app up to 2 hours before departure / airport | Odd-size items may need CEB Oversized/Special Baggage; airport handling can cost more | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| China Airlines (CI) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft TWD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees are itinerary-zone based; pets, instruments, and sports equipment follow separate rules. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| China Eastern Airlines (MU) | International examples RMB 1,000-2,700; domestic by route formula CNY | All fares | All routes | at airport | International oversize examples depend on route and size band; domestic excess follows weight-concept rules | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| China Southern Airlines (CZ) | Examples CNY 1,000 / USD 165-170 for 159-203 cm CNY | All fares | All routes | at airport | International oversize charges depend on route area and currency; gate-checked carry-ons can be charged | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Copa Airlines (CM) | USD 150 where accepted USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees apply by dimensions, item type, acceptance limits, route, and baggage embargo rules | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| easyJet (U2) | Contact Customer Services GBP | Hold baggage outside published dimensions | All routes | before travel | Hold luggage total size must be under 275 cm; bags outside allowed dimensions are treated as oversize | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| EgyptAir (MS) | Examples USD 15-325; max 203 cm USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize from 158-203 cm is route-priced; larger items require repacking or different handling | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Emirates (EK) | Depends on route; items over 203 cm must go cargo/freight AED | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees apply within accepted checked-bag limits; items over 203 cm must go cargo or freight. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Ethiopian Airlines (ET) | Depends on size band and aircraft acceptance USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize sports items may fit baggage bands; very large or heavy items move to cargo. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Etihad Airways (EY) | Route and aircraft dependent USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize and excess baggage are route-priced; partner or codeshare flights may use another carrier’s fees. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| EVA Air (BR) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft TWD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize acceptance and charges depend on route, aircraft loading, and item type. Some items require contacting EVA before departure. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Garuda Indonesia (GA) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft IDR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize acceptance and fees depend on ticket-date concept, route, aircraft, and cargo handling limits | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Gulf Air (GF) | Additional charges apply USD | Checked baggage over published size limits | All Gulf Air-operated routes | at airport / excess baggage purchase | Oversize above 158 cm triggers additional charges; over-32 kg bags must be repacked | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Hainan Airlines (HU) | Route table; prepaid excluded when over limits CNY | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize bags are airport-priced by route concept; pieces above 32 kg or 203 cm must generally be repacked, split, or handled as cargo | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Hong Kong Airlines (HX) | Legacy example HKD 1,560 / USD 200 for 158-203 cm HKD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize depends on timing and aircraft availability; pieces above limits must be repacked or split | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Iberia (IB) | Irregular-shape route charge EUR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Standard checked pieces must stay within 158 linear cm; irregular-shaped baggage has separate route charges | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Iberia Express (I2) | 150 EUR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Certain bulky/heavy items above normal limits may be accepted as special or oversized baggage | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| IndiGo (6E) | 2500 / 4000 INR | Special or oversized checked baggage | Domestic India / International | airport check-in | Special/odd-size baggage has a handling fee; excess weight or extra-piece fees can also apply | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Japan Airlines (JL) | From JPY 5000 where international conditions apply within Japan JPY | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize charges depend on area pair; some bulky items require inquiry before travel. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Jet2.com (LS) | 45 / 55 GBP/EUR | Cabin baggage exceeding free allowance | All routes | airport / gate | Additional or oversized hand baggage beyond free allowance; charged per item at airport or gate | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Jetstar (JQ) | Route and currency-specific per item fee AUD | Oversized checked items | Jetstar Airways domestic and international flights | booking / manage booking / airport | Oversized item fee applies when one side exceeds 1 metre; it does not add weight allowance | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Jetstar Japan (GK) | Route and currency-specific per item fee JPY | Oversized checked items | Jetstar Japan domestic and international flights | booking / manage booking / airport | Oversized item fee applies when one side exceeds 1 metre; it does not add weight allowance | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Kenya Airways (KQ) | Route and aircraft dependent USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize acceptance depends on dimensions, aircraft, airport handling, and whether the item is special baggage | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) | Airport-priced by itinerary EUR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversized baggage applies over 158 cm and up to 300 cm total dimensions; fee depends on itinerary and is paid at the airport. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Korean Air (KE) | From USD 75-200 for 159-203 cm in shown examples KRW | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fees depend on route and size band; 203-292 cm items need advance approval. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| LATAM Airlines (LA) | Airport-priced by route and size USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize is paid at check-in; some markets allow up to 300 linear cm if the extra cost is paid. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Malaysia Airlines (MH) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft MYR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize or bulky baggage over 158 cm or 32 kg may incur surcharge; over 204 cm may need cargo. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Norwegian (DY) | Not published as separate flat fee USD | Checked bags above published size limits | All routes | before travel / bag drop | Checked bags must not exceed 250 x 79 x 112 cm with max circumference 300 cm | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Oman Air (WY) | Special handling or cargo required USD | Checked baggage over published size or weight limits | All routes | airport check-in / cargo handling | Bags above 32 kg or 74 inches may require special handling or cargo | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Philippine Airlines (PR) | Route and baggage-system dependent PHP | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize can trigger an added charge and may stack with excess piece or overweight charges | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Qantas Airways (QF) | Route and airport handling-specific AUD | Checked items above ordinary baggage dimensions | All routes | before travel / airport | Oversize or special baggage handling depends on route, aircraft, and item type; no single flat public fee applies | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Qatar Airways (QR) | From USD 75 on piece-concept oversize bags USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Piece routes charge oversize bags between 158 cm and 300 cm; other routes follow the applicable excess table. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Royal Air Maroc (AT) | Examples 580-1,150 MAD / 60-120 EUR by route USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize 158-203 cm is route-priced; items above 203 cm must move as freight | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Ryanair (FR) | From 70 to 75 EUR/GBP | Cabin bags exceeding large cabin-bag dimensions at the gate | All routes | boarding gate | A non-priority 10 kg bag brought to the gate can be refused or placed in the hold for a gate fee | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Ryanair (FR) | Refused if above maximum checked-bag dimensions EUR/GBP | Checked-in luggage above Ryanair maximum limits | All routes | airport check-in | Individual items over 32 kg or over 80 x 120 x 120 cm are not accepted as ordinary checked baggage | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) (SV) | SAR 257.5 domestic example for 158-205 cm or 32-45 kg USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize charges depend on route table and size band; items over accepted limits move to cargo | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Singapore Airlines (SQ) | From USD 100 for oversized-piece charge on piece routes USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Piece routes charge oversize bags above 158 cm; Canada/U.S. and partner/interline routing affect the rule | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| South African Airways (SA) | Route and aircraft dependent USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize acceptance depends on item size, route, aircraft, airport handling, and cargo-only thresholds | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| SpiceJet (SG) | Airline discretion / airport handling INR | Checked baggage over published dimensions | Domestic India / International | airport check-in | Checked bags should not exceed 158 cm total dimensions; oversized bags are accepted at SpiceJet's discretion | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Spring Airlines (9C) | Route and airport dependent CNY | Checked baggage over standard dimensions | Domestic / international-regional routes | airport check-in | Checked bags usually must not exceed 40 x 60 x 100 cm; larger bags may be accepted within 203 cm total dimensions | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| SriLankan Airlines (UL) | 50 USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize fee applies above 158 cm; aircraft acceptance still controls carriage | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| TAP Air Portugal (TP) | Airport-priced by route and size EUR | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize above 158 cm is charged by route and season; airport handling can block acceptance | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Thai Airways (TG) | Route and aircraft dependent THB | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize depends on item, route, aircraft, and whether piece-concept special-unit pricing applies. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Turkish Airlines (TK) | Depends on route, size, and aircraft handling USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Large or special items depend on route, aircraft, and item-specific rules rather than one flat fee. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| VietJet Air (VJ) | Advance package or airport service fee by route group VND | Oversized checked baggage | Domestic / international route groups | advance purchase / airport check-in | Oversized baggage has separate advance packages and airport service fees by route group; checked allowance is still required | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Vietnam Airlines (VN) | From VND 800000 domestic or USD 110 international VND | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize piece is 158-203 cm; airport tables apply by domestic or international zone. | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Virgin Australia (VA) | Overweight or freight handling may apply AUD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversized items can travel within allowance, but over-32 kg freight handling and aircraft limits control acceptance | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Viva Aerobus (VB) | Airport-priced if outside checked-bag dimensions USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Standard checked bags are limited to 158 linear cm; special equipment can use separate hard-case limits | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Volaris (Y4) | Airport-priced by aircraft and handling limits USD | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize applies above 158 linear cm; musical instruments and sports equipment use separate maximum dimensions and handling rules | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Vueling (VY) | Not published as separate flat fee EUR | Checked bags above published size limit | All routes | before travel / check-in desk | Standard checked bags must stay within 158 linear cm; special items use special-luggage handling instead | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| WestJet (WS) | From 150 to 177 CAD | All fares | Domestic, transborder, international | at airport | Oversize bag fee applies over 158 cm linear; acceptance depends on aircraft and airport handling limits | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Wizz Air (W6) | Additional fees apply EUR | Checked bags above published size limits | All routes | at airport | Checked bags must stay within 149 x 119 x 171 cm; larger items need special-baggage handling or may be refused | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| XiamenAir (MF) | Example CNY 1,000 / USD 150 for 159-203 cm CNY | All fares | All routes | at airport | Oversize depends on route group; items over 203 cm may need approval and can stack with other fees | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| ZIPAIR Tokyo (ZG) | Not accepted above checked-bag limit JPY | Checked baggage over ZIPAIR limits | All routes | airport check-in | Checked baggage over 203 cm total dimensions or 30 kg is not accepted as ordinary checked baggage | Source | 2026-08-23 | |
| Air France (AF) | Airport-priced by itinerary EUR | All fares | All routes (Air France-operated flights) | at airport | Oversized option applies over 158 cm up to 300 cm; airport-only price depends on itinerary | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| AirAsia (AK) | No single flat oversize fee published USD | All fares | All routes | at booking / airport assessment | Checked pieces must stay within AirAsia size and 32 kg item limits; acceptance is assessed against aircraft/handling rules | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| Alaska Airlines (AS) | 200 USD | All fares | Most routes | each way | Oversize applies above 62 linear inches; sports-equipment exceptions and combined overweight/oversize charges can change the final fee | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| British Airways (BA) | Depends on item and route GBP | All fares | All routes | at airport | Out-of-gauge bags may be accepted up to 190 x 75 x 65 cm; notify BA early and use out-of-gauge drop | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| Frontier Airlines (F9) | 75 USD | All fares | All routes | each way | Bags measuring 63-110 linear in; bags over 110 linear in are not accepted except assistive devices | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| JetBlue (B6) | 150 USD | All fares | Most routes | each way | Airport-collected oversize fee for 63-80 linear inches; over 80 inches not accepted | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| Lufthansa (LH) | Depends on route and excess size EUR | Economy / Premium Economy | All routes | each way | Bags over 158 cm up to 292 cm are excess baggage; flat rates vary by route and cabin | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| Scoot (TR) | Additional baggage charges or cargo handling USD | Checked baggage and bulky non-standard baggage | All routes | at booking / airport assessment | Standard checked bags are limited to 158 cm total dimensions; very bulky items may need cargo handling | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| Southwest Airlines (WN) | 200 USD | All fares | All routes | one-way | Oversized item over 62 inches and up to 80 inches; standard bag fee also applies | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| Southwest Airlines (WN) | 200 USD | All fares | All routes | one-way | Oversized and overweight item up to 100 lbs; one $200 charge plus standard bag fee | Source | 2026-08-22 | |
| flydubai (FZ) | Oversize fee or cargo handling depends on baggage concept USD | Checked baggage over published size limits | flydubai-operated and partner-ticketed itineraries | at airport / cargo handling | Weight concept over 203 cm goes cargo; piece concept 150-203 cm can be charged, over 203 cm goes cargo | Source | 2026-08-21 | |
| United Airlines (UA) | Itinerary-priced USD | Checked bags above standard size allowance | Route and item dependent | at check-in | Oversize starts above 62 linear inches; special items, route limits, and airport acceptance rules can override normal handling | Source | 2026-08-21 | |
| Spirit Airlines (NK) | Depends on excess size USD | All fares | All routes | each way | Archival: Oversize bag fees apply for bags exceeding standard size limits; maximum accepted size is 80 linear inches | Source | 2026-05-06 | |
| American Airlines (AA) | 200 USD | All fares | Most routes | each way | Bags measuring 62–65 linear inches (158–165 cm); bags over 115 inches are not accepted | Source | 2025-12-22 | |
| Delta Air Lines (DL) | 200 USD | All fares | Most routes | each way | Bags measuring 63–80 linear inches (160–203 cm) | Source | 2025-12-22 |
The Next step column moves from the fee row into the relevant calculator or airline-specific guide. For checked baggage, Price bags estimates the cash bill and Card break-even tests whether repeat first-bag fees can justify an eligible card on bag savings alone. For carry-on and seat rows, the next question is usually whether the fare restriction changes the real trip cost.
Oversize charges can be harder to rescue at the airport because the bag shape is already fixed. Use the overweight and oversize baggage calculator, compare American, Delta, and Southwest, then check standard checked-bag fees because oversize charges may be in addition to the normal bag fee.
Related references
After checking oversize fees, use the excess-baggage calculator and the airline page together, because oversize acceptance can be more conditional than ordinary checked baggage.
Best when the bag crosses a common linear-inch threshold and you need a trip-level estimate.
Models the worse case where both weight and size may matter.
Oversize fees may be in addition to the normal checked-bag fee, not a replacement for it.
International itineraries may move the problem into piece, weight, route, or aircraft handling rules.
Common questions
How much is the charge for oversized baggage?
Oversized baggage charges depend on airline, route, bag dimensions, special-item rules, and whether the oversize charge stacks with the normal checked-bag fee. Some very large items may need special handling instead of ordinary checked baggage.
When is a checked bag oversized?
Many airlines screen oversize bags above 62 linear inches or 158 cm, but limits and acceptance rules vary by carrier, route, aircraft, and special-item category.
Can a bag be both overweight and oversized?
Yes. A bag can cross both weight and size thresholds, and some airlines may charge both fees or refuse very large or heavy bags as ordinary checked baggage.