Emirates baggage allowance
United Arab EmiratesEmirates cabin bag: 1 piece, 7 kg (15 lb), 55 × 38 × 20 cm (22 × 15 × 8 in). Checked bag in Economy: 20 kg (44 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 7 kg (15 lb) | 55 × 38 × 20 cm (22 × 15 × 8 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 20 kg (44 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 40 kg (88 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 50 kg (110 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 30 USD / kg | cheaper when added online in advance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Emirates has one of the most generous baggage policies among global carriers. Cabin allowance in Economy is one bag up to 7 kg (55 × 38 × 20 cm).
| Route type | Economy checked allowance |
|---|---|
| Most routes (weight system) | 20–35 kg by fare: Special 20 kg → Flex Plus 35 kg, any number of bags, none over 32 kg |
| To/from Americas and Africa (piece system) | Special/Saver: 1 × 23 kg; Flex/Flex Plus: 2 × 23 kg |
Every fare includes a checked bag. Extra baggage is significantly cheaper when purchased online in advance than at the airport.