Emirates airline fees

Note:  The airline may have partnerships with other airlines and your flight may be operated by another airline. For journeys to/from the U.S., the baggage allowances of the airline that ticketed the first segment of your travel should apply throughout your travel. For travel that does not involve the U.S., you should check with the operating airline for information about their baggage allowances; the other airline's baggage allowances may be more restrictive and you could be charged for extra baggage by the other airline.

Carry-on/Cabin Baggage Allowance

First Class and Business Class

First Class and Business Class passengers are permitted two (2) pieces of carry-on baggage: one (1) briefcase plus either one (1) handbag or one (1) garment bag, all subject to the following size and weight limitations:

• Briefcase: 45 cm x 35 cm x 20 cm (18 in x 14 in x 8 in)
• Handbag: 55 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm (22 in x 15 in x 8 in)
• Garment bag: 20 cm (8 in) thick when folded.

The weight of each piece must not exceed 7 kg (15 lb).

Economy Class

Economy Class passengers are permitted one (1) piece of carry-on baggage, subject to the following size and weight limitations:

• Handbag: 55 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm (22” x 15” x 8”)

Duty free purchases such as liquor, cigarettes and perfume are also permitted in reasonable quantities for all service classes. However, liquid restrictions in effect in many airports may prevent these items from getting past security screening points.

Exceptions

• For passengers boarding at airports in India, the total dimensions of the bag are not to exceed 115 cm or 45.3 in (length + width+ height).
• For travel on Emirates from Australia or New Zealand to the USA which includes a sector in North or West Africa, the weight concept will apply for the entire ticketed journey.
• Exemptions may be granted for oversized carry-on baggage containing an item or items which are too large to fit within the permitted bag size and are valuable or fragile. Such oversized baggage shall be presented by the passenger for approval at check-in and at the screening point of examination.

‘Wheelie’ bags

Please note that rolling bags with built-in wheels and retractable handles will be permitted as cabin baggage only if the total dimensions (length + width + height) add up to less than 114 cm (45 in) including wheels, pockets, and handle. The larger, overnight models of this type of bag will not be permitted in the cabin.

Transiting or departing from Dubai

Items in excess of the maximum limitations above may not be permitted in the cabin on flights departing from Dubai. If cabin baggage is not accepted by Emirates ground staff a handling fee of AED 50 per item may apply. The baggage will be transferred to the aircraft hold and a checked baggage receipt will be issued.

Checked Baggage Dimensions

Weight Concept:

For tickets issued on or after 15th November 2014

Individual items with total dimensions exceeding 300cm (118 inches) cannot be transported as checked baggage, and must be sent as cargo or freight. There are no exceptions to this rule.

For tickets issued prior to 15th November 2014

Items beyond 300cm (118 inches) and up to 400cm (157 inches) in length may be accepted in exceptional cases. Please contact your local Emirates office for details at least seven working days prior to travelling with such items. Items exceeding this limit must be referred to Emirates SkyCargo. If the free baggage allowance is exceeded, normal excess charges apply.

Piece Concept:

For tickets issued on or after 15th November 2014

Total dimensions (length + width + height) of each piece must not exceed 150cm (59 inches). Customers with individual items exceeding above dimensions up to 300cm (118 inches) will be charged an additional fee. Individual items with total dimensions exceeding 300cm (118 inches) cannot be transported as checked baggage, and must be sent as cargo or freight.

For customers with two pieces of luggage in all three classes, the total combined dimensions of both pieces should not exceed 300cm (118 inches).

For tickets issued prior to 15th November 2014 

Total dimensions (length+ width+ height) of each piece must not exceed 158 cm (62 inches).

For Economy Class customers with two pieces of luggage, the total combined dimensions of both pieces must not exceed 273 cm (107 inches). Customers with baggage exceeding these dimensions will be charged an additional fee.

Sporting Equipment and Musical Instruments

Sports equipment and musical instruments are subject to the same size and weight restrictions as other forms of cabin baggage. However, it is possible to transport these items on a separate, paid-for seat in the cabin.

Please note that certain conditions and limitations may apply when transporting musical instruments. To review these conditions or if you have any questions regarding musical instrument transport, please contact your local Emirates office.

Additional Free Baggage Allowance Information

Passengers in any class of service who are travelling with an infant are permitted one extra piece of checked-in baggage that may not exceed 22 x 15 x 8 inches (55 x 38 x 20 cm) in size or 22 lb (10 kg) where the weight concept applies and 50 lb (23 kg) where the piece concept applies.

In addition, customers travelling with infants are permitted to bring one carry-cot or one fully collapsible stroller into the cabin if there is room. If there is no space for these items in the cabin, they will have to be checked. However, if checked, they will not count against the baggage allowance. 

Charges for extra and overweight baggage

Baggage allowance varies depending on your route, class of travel and Skywards® membership tier. Please contact Emirates for costs.

Allowances for people with limited mobility (wheelchairs)

Please check with the airline regarding the transportation of wheelchairs.

Medical equipment on board

The use of certain medical devices on board Emirates flights is permitted: please contact Emirates for information on health and special needs for details of permitted devices and any restrictions.