South African Airways baggage allowance
South AfricaSouth African Airways cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: 1 piece, 20 kg (44 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 10 cm (16 × 12 × 4 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 20 kg (44 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 30 kg (66 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 2 pieces · 40 kg (88 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 65 USD | 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.
Money-saving tip: Adhere to cabin baggage limits (56×36×23 cm, 8 kg) and personal item allowance (40×30×10 cm, 5 kg) to avoid checked baggage fees. If traveling in Economy, one 20 kg checked bag is included; do not exceed this weight or you will be charged excess baggage fees starting at $65–$240 per additional bag.
| Item | Limit | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 56×36×23 cm, max 8 kg | Yes (all classes) |
| Personal item | 40×30×10 cm, max 5 kg | Yes (all classes) |
| Checked baggage – Economy | 1 piece, max 20 kg | Yes |
| Checked baggage – Business | 2 pieces, max 30 kg combined | Yes |
| Checked baggage – First Class | 2 pieces, max 40 kg combined | Yes |
| Additional bags (all classes) | Up to 3 additional bags, max 32 kg each | $65–$240 per bag (long-haul) |
Bags exceeding 32 kg are charged as cargo, not baggage. Verify baggage allowances for your specific fare type on flysaa.com.