Extra Baggage Fees: Austrian Airlines' Costly Surprise

Austrian Airlines charges extra for checked-in luggage that exceeds the weight and size limits. The maximum weight allowed for economy class is 50 pounds (23 kg) and 62 inches (158 cm) in size. For business class, the weight limit is 32 kg (70 lbs). The airline offers Economy Light fares for short- and long-haul travel if you only need to take carry-on luggage. This option is useful for a quicker check-in and airport exit, and additional bag charges are reasonable for domestic and European flights when booked in advance.

Austrian Airlines' Economy Light fares allow carry-on luggage only, with additional bag charges for domestic and European flights

Austrian Airlines Economy Light fares allow carry-on luggage only, with additional bag charges for domestic and European flights. The maximum weight for a bag is 50 pounds (23 kg) and the maximum size is 62 inches (158 cm).

When booking an Economy Light fare for flights to and from the U.S. and Europe, there is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route. This fee is the same whether you book an extra bag in advance, at check-in, or at the gate.

For economy class fares to and from or via the U.S., Canada, or Mexico, there is a reduced charge for the second bag: $100 at the check-in counter or $90 when purchased online. If you are travelling in regular economy and your seat only allows one bag for free, you can add another bag for a discounted rate of $106.

If you are travelling with excess luggage, extra space will need to be provided within the aircraft. A ticket service fee will be charged in case of payment at the airport. Charges may vary depending on the airport of departure. For departures from Austria, a service charge of EUR 15 per service and leg is applicable.

There is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route for Economy Light fares to/from the US and Europe

Austrian Airlines offers Economy Light fares for short- and long-haul travel if you only need to take carry-on luggage. This is a good option if you want to make your check-in and airport exit quicker, and the additional bag charges are quite reasonable for domestic and European flights when booked online or with the call centre in advance.

When booking an Economy Light fare for flights to and from the U.S. and Europe, there is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route. This fee applies regardless of whether you book an extra bag in advance, at check-in, or at the gate. So, if your bag is a little large or heavy, you can always check it at the last minute knowing that you wouldn't have paid any less in advance.

It's worth noting that the maximum weight and size for a bag are 50 pounds (23 kg) and 62 inches (158 cm). For economy class fares to and from or via the U.S., Canada, or Mexico, there is a reduced charge for the second bag: $100 at the check-in counter or $90 when purchased online.

Additionally, if you're travelling with excess luggage, extra space within the aircraft must be provided, and a ticket service fee will be charged if payment is made at the airport. This service charge varies depending on the airport of departure, for example, for departures from Austria, the fee is EUR 15 per service and leg.

Economy class fares to/from the US, Canada or Mexico have a reduced charge for the second bag: $100 at check-in or $90 online

Austrian Airlines provides 1 free carry-on and 1 personal item for all fare classes. Business class passengers get 2 carry-on bags. Economy Light fares do not include any checked luggage, but other economy fares include 1 piece of checked luggage. Economy class fares to/from the US, Canada or Mexico have a reduced charge for the second bag: $100 at check-in or $90 online. For other destinations, fees for excess, oversized, or overweight baggage vary significantly. When booking an Economy Light fare for flights to and from the U.S. and Europe, there is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route.

If you are intending to travel with sports equipment, you must contact Austrian Airlines in advance, as they only have limited space for sports equipment. They will carry your sports equipment for free as long as it does not exceed the baggage allowance permitted by your ticket. If your sports bag exceeds your ticket’s baggage allowance, there will be a fee to pay starting at 70€ depending on your journey and the item you are travelling with. You will also be charged a ticket handling fee of between 10-20€.

For two bags in economy, you will have to pay $237, rather than the discounted rate of $106

Austrian Airlines offers Economy Light fares for short- and long-haul travel if you only need to take carry-on luggage. This is a good option if you want to make your check-in and airport exit quicker, and the additional bag charges are quite reasonable for domestic and European flights when booked online or with the call centre in advance. When booking an Economy Light fare for flights to and from the U.S. and Europe, there is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route. This means that if you want to take two bags in economy, you will have to pay $237, rather than the discounted rate of $106.

The maximum weight for a bag is 50 pounds (23 kg) and the maximum size is 62 inches (158 cm). If you are travelling in economy class to and from or via the U.S., Canada, or Mexico, there is a reduced charge for the second bag: $100 at the check-in counter or $90 when purchased online. If you are travelling to the Maldives, Mauritius or Cancun, differing rules and regulations apply.

For excess luggage, extra space must be provided on the aircraft

Austrian Airlines offers Economy Light fares for short- and long-haul travel if you only need to take carry-on luggage. This is a good option if you want to make your check-in and airport exit quicker, and the additional bag charges are quite reasonable for domestic and European flights when booked online or with the call centre in advance. When booking an Economy Light fare for flights to and from the U.S. and Europe, there is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route. This means that you can take your chances with your hand luggage and check it at the last minute, knowing that you wouldn't have paid any less in advance.

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