Easy Steps To Add Baggage With Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines offers passengers the option to book excess baggage or additional baggage for their flights. The process of adding baggage depends on the fare class of travel and the type of luggage. For instance, passengers travelling in Business/First Class have a baggage size limit of 32kg in weight and 158cm in dimensions, while Economy Light passengers can book additional bags online, via the Guest Service Team, a travel agency, or at the airport. It's important to note that purchasing baggage at the airport is typically more expensive than doing so in advance. Fees for excess, oversized, or overweight baggage vary by destination, and certain items, such as sports equipment, may be subject to different regulations.

How to add baggage to Austrian Airlines

Excess baggage fees

The maximum weight allowed for a single piece of baggage is 32 kg (70 lbs), and the maximum dimensions are 158 cm (for Business/First Class) or 203 cm (length + width + height). The fees for excess baggage depend on the number of pieces, the weight, and the dimensions.

If you are travelling with sports equipment, you must notify Austrian Airlines in advance via telephone or an online contact form. There is no charge for one set of ski or snowboard equipment (up to 23 kg and 200 cm in length) per person, except with Economy Light. For other types of sports equipment, you may be charged a fee depending on the size and weight of the equipment. For example, a third bag that is both oversized and overweight will incur a fee of €440 for Economy Class and €320 for Business Class, along with a supplementary Excess Baggage Ticket Service Charge if payment is made at the airport.

It is important to note that the purchase of additional bags is restricted to five bags. If you need more than five bags, you must contact the service center or purchase additional baggage at the airport.

Baggage allowances

Austrian Airlines allows you to book excess baggage or additional baggage for your flight. The free baggage allowance and the cost of additional baggage may vary depending on your destination, fare class, and other factors.

For Economy Light fares, you can book the first bag in advance online, through the Austrian Airlines Guest Service Team, a travel agency, or at the airport. Booking the first bag at the airport will be more expensive than booking it in advance. The first bag costs less than an additional bag (excess baggage). For flights to and from the U.S. and Europe, there is a flat fee of $75 per bag, per route, regardless of when or where the extra bag is booked.

If you are travelling in Business/First Class, your baggage must not exceed a weight of 32kg and total dimensions of 158cm. If you are travelling with a child under 2 years old, they are allowed a piece of checked luggage with an Economy Classic, Flex, or Business fare.

You can also transport sports equipment, such as skis, surfboards, and golf clubs, as well as musical instruments and wedding dresses, by booking them as additional baggage.

Baggage size and weight

When flying with Austrian Airlines, the permitted baggage weight and size will depend on the type of luggage and the fare class of travel.

For carry-on luggage, the permitted weight and size will depend on the fare class. Economy and Premium Economy Class passengers are allowed one standard carry-on bag, while Business Class passengers are allowed two. It is not specified what the weight and size restrictions are for carry-on luggage.

For checked luggage, the permitted weight and size will depend on the fare class and destination. For Economy Class flights to and from or via the US, Canada, or Mexico, the maximum weight is 23 kg (50 lbs) and the maximum linear dimensions (height + width + depth) are 158 cm (62 inches). For flights to selected European countries, the same weight and size restrictions apply. For Business/First Class, the maximum weight is 32 kg and the maximum linear dimensions are 158 cm.

If you are travelling with sports equipment, such as skis, a surfboard, or fishing equipment, you can book this as additional baggage. The same applies to musical instruments, wedding dresses, and golf bags. You can book additional baggage online, through the Austrian Airlines Guest Service Team, via your travel agency, or directly at the airport. However, purchasing a bag at the airport will be more expensive than buying it in advance.

Purchasing additional bags

Austrian Airlines allows passengers to book additional baggage for their flights. This is useful if you need more space in your case or want to bring special items like sports equipment or musical instruments. The process for purchasing additional bags varies depending on your fare class and the specific circumstances of your journey.

For Economy Light fares, you can add the first bag via the Austrian Airlines website, the Guest Service Team, your travel agency, or directly at the airport. The price for purchasing a bag at the airport will be higher than if you purchase an additional bag in advance. The fee is charged separately for outbound and return flights. It's important to note that the first bag on the Light fare costs less than an additional bag (excess baggage).

If you're travelling in Business or First Class, your baggage size must not exceed a weight of 32kg and total dimensions of 158cm (height + width + depth). If you have a connecting flight, the baggage fee for the longest leg of your journey will apply to the entire route. Additionally, if there are interruptions to your journey (such as stopovers), the baggage fee must be paid again.

When purchasing additional bags, it's important to be mindful of weight and size restrictions. For economy class fares to, from, or via the US, Canada, or Mexico, there is a reduced charge for the second bag: $100 at the check-in counter or $90 when purchased online. Fees for excess, oversized, or overweight baggage may vary depending on your destination.

Keep in mind that the purchase of bags is restricted to a maximum of five bags. If you need more than five bags, you must contact the Austrian Airlines service centre or purchase additional baggage at the airport.

Connecting flights

If you have a connecting flight, there are a few things to keep in mind regarding your baggage. Firstly, the rules for your entire journey will generally be determined by the airline operating the most significant leg of the trip, usually the geographically longest leg. However, if your trip begins or ends in the USA or Canada, your baggage regulations will be determined by the first airline stated on your ticket, adhering to the rules of the CTA (Canadian Transport Agency) and the US-DOT (United States Department of Transportation).

For connecting flights, there are specific conditions under which your baggage can be checked through:

• Your connecting flight departs from the same airport as your outbound flight, with no change of airports.
• The connecting flight is scheduled on the same day or within 24 hours. For flights operated by United Airlines, the connection time must be within 12 hours.
• The minimum transfer time is observed.
• Checking through is permitted under the regulations of the local authorities, such as customs.

Additionally, if you have separate tickets for your connecting flights, your baggage may be checked in if:

• The flight is operated by any airline within the Lufthansa Group, which includes Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, and Air Dolomiti.
• The flight is operated by an airline of the Star Alliance.

In all other cases with separate tickets, baggage cannot be checked through for a connecting flight.

It's important to note that if there are interruptions to your journey, such as stopovers, you may need to pay the baggage fee again.

Regarding carry-on baggage, you are typically allowed one item, but you may be permitted two items if you're flying Business Class. The specific allowances for carry-on baggage depend on the travel class and aircraft type. It's recommended to keep important items, such as medication and valuables, in your carry-on baggage. Additionally, if your carry-on baggage needs to be stored in the cargo hold, you are allowed to bring one additional personal item on board, such as a handbag or laptop bag.

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