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Baggage & Travel Information

HandLuggage

Know your allowance, verify your dimensions, and understand what to pack before you reach the airport. Clear rules — no surprises at the gate.

Standard Economy Allowance

Cabin Bag

1 piece

max 7 kg

Personal Item

+1 piece

under-seat, max 2 kg

Max Dimensions

55 × 40 × 20

centimetres

Included in fare

No charge

all standard fares

Maximum Dimensions

The 55 × 40 × 20 cmstandard

All hand luggage must fit within these dimensions to be permitted in the overhead locker. At the airport, bags are verified using our world-class measuring gauge. Bags that exceed these strict limits will be checked as hold baggage.

Length

55 cm

Width

40 cm

Depth

20 cm

Wheels and handles included — your bag's total external size including all protrusions must not exceed 55 × 40 × 20 cm.

Soft-sided bags may still be accepted if they compress to fit within the gauge when full.

Oversized bags must be checked in as hold baggage before boarding — standard hold fees apply.

Boarding may be denied if the passenger refuses to check baggage exceeding the allowance.

Baggage Dimensions Diagram
Allowance by Fare

What's included in your fare

Your carry-on allowance depends on the fare type purchased. Always check your ticket confirmation for the exact fare code applied to your booking.

Fare / Cabin Cabin Bag Max Weight Max Dimensions Personal Item Status

Business Class

All routes

2pieces
10 kgper piece
55 × 40 × 20 cm+1 under-seatIncluded

Economy Flex

Full flexibility fare

1piece
10 kgper piece
55 × 40 × 20 cm+1 under-seatIncluded

Economy Optimum

Standard fare

1piece
7 kgper piece
55 × 40 × 20 cm+1 under-seat - 2 kgIncluded

Economy Light

Lowest published fare

0not included
N/A
55 × 40 × 20 cm+1 under-seat only - 2 kgPurchase Req

Infant (Lap)

No allocated seat

None
N/A
N/ANappy bag only (under-seat)Not permitted
Personal Items

What counts as a personal item

Every passenger is entitled to one personal item in addition to their cabin bag. Personal items must fit under the seat in front at all times during the flight. They stay with you — clear and consistent.

Personal Item Quick Reference

Small backpack
40×30x20max 2kg
Handbag / Tote
40×30x15max 2kg
Laptop bag
Fits under
Outerwear
Exemptmax 2kg
Duty-free
Permitted
Nappy bag
Exemptmax 2kg
Max dimensions40 × 30 × 20 cm
Max weight5 kg
Weighed?No
Tagged?No
PlacementUnder-seat only
Included inAll fares

Small backpacks, laptop bags and briefcases are the most common personal items. Laptops must be removed at security screening. Items must fit under the seat at all times — not in the overhead bin.

Bag Size

Bag Size Checker

Enter your bag's exterior dimensions (including handles and wheels) to instantly verify if it meets the requirements for your cabin class.

CM
CM
CM
KG

TOO LARGE

Exceeds Economy limits

56
Length
Max 55 cm
45
Width
Max 40 cm
25
Depth
Max 23 cm

Class Eligibility

Economy Class
Limit
Business Class
Limit
First Class
Limit
Fees & Charges

Excess carry-on baggage fees

Fees increase significantly the closer you get to departure. Pre-purchase via Manage Booking for the lowest rate. The gate fee is the highest, and boarding may be denied within 35 minutes of departure.

More than 36 hours before departure

Purchase via Manage Booking for lowest rate — best value option

USD10–22
per piece · Zone A

4–36 hours before departure

Available online at slightly higher rates

USD14–28
per piece · Zone A

Less than 4 hours before departure

At airport check-in only — no online purchase available

USD28
per piece · Zone A

Check-in is closed.

Excess baggage is NOT permitted at the gate, boarding denied risks.

Not Allowed

Boarding Gate (after security)

Gate staff discretion applies — significantly higher rate

USD48–80
gate discretion applies

Important:All fees are indicative and subject to change. Infants under 2 years (lap ticket) are not entitled to carry-on and no excess fee applies — the cabin bag is simply not permitted. Passengers are advised to retain their excess baggage receipt until the end of travel. Fees are payable in USD equivalent at the prevailing exchange rate.Purchasing excess allowance in advance via Manage Booking will always be cheaper than paying at the airport.

Carry-On Special Items

Items with specific carriage rules

Certain items have individual size limits, pricing, and conditions. Click any item below to expand life-saving requirements and fees.

USD 33–35
international routes
All rackets must be packed in one single protective case
Case must not exceed 115 cm in total of all three dimensions
Voluntary refund is permitted if cancelled 48h before check-in
Cases exceeding 115 cm must be transported as checked hold baggage
Domestic flightsEGP 600–750
International flightsUSD 33–35

Fee is per case, per direction. Pre-purchase via Manage Booking to secure your allowance. Not bookable at the gate.

USD 33–35
international routes
Rods must be securely packed in a hard-shell protective case
Max length including case must not exceed 90 cm
Fishing tackle must be stored in specialized leak-proof boxes
Domestic flightsEGP 600–750
International flightsUSD 33–35

Limited to 1 gear kit per person. Extra kits charged as excess baggage.

Free – Seat
depending on size
Violins and flutes permitted as free cabin baggage if within size
Cellos and Guitars require 'Extra Seat' booking at 75% fare
Liability waiver must be signed at the check-in desk before boarding
Small (under 8kg)Free Allowance
Large (extra seat)75% of Fare

For instruments requiring a seat, please contact our support desk 48h before departure.

Free
all cabin classes
Manual foldable wheelchairs permitted at aircraft door
Battery-powered aids must meet safety dry-cell standards
Zero fees applied for up to two mobility devices per person
Service chargeUSD 0.00
Weight limitNo Limit

Always prioritized for boarding. Please notify us 24h prior if battery-powered.

Security Regulations

Liquids, gels & aerosols

International aviation security rules strictly govern the carriage of LAGs (Liquids, Aerosols, Gels). These rules are enforced at security checkpoints worldwide.

Containers must be 100 ml or less — individual containers exceeding 100 ml are not permitted even if only partially full.
One transparent, resealable bag per passenger — maximum 1 litre volume (approximately 20 × 20 cm). All containers must fit inside it.
Present the bag separately at security — remove it from your carry-on and place it in a separate tray on the X-ray belt.
Includes: water, beverages, syrups, lotions, oils, perfumes, mascara, and any substance of similar consistency.
Exemptions: baby formula and food (if traveling with an infant), prescription medicines, and duty-free liquids in sealed bags.
Liquids exceeding 100 ml will be confiscated at the checkpoint. Please place them in hold baggage before security.
Liquids Regulations

100 ml max

1 L Bag · 1 Bag per person

Cabin Restrictions

Items not permitted in the cabin

Prohibited from all aircraft cabins by international safety rules. Items discovered at security or boarding will be removed.

Lithium batteries over 160 Wh — power banks 100–160 Wh require prior airline approval. Must be carried in cabin only.

Sharp objects and cutting tools — knives and scissors with blades over 6 cm must be in checked hold baggage.

Firearms and ammunition — any weapons must be declared and transported in the hold only.

E-cigarettes and vaping devices — permitted in cabin bag only. Cannot be used onboard or placed in hold baggage.

Dry ice (CO₂) — limited quantities permitted for perishables. Declare to check-in staff before travel.

Prohibited Quick Guide

Firearms

Any calibre or type

Knives >6 cm

All cutting weapons

Explosives

Fireworks, flares

Flammable

Petrol, lighter fluid

Radiation

Requires permit

Sharp Tools

Axes, crowbars

Strong Magnets

Over 0.159 A/m

Live Animals

Except approved pets

For a full list of dangerous goods and special transport requirements, see our Dangerous Goods Policy. Contact our Special Services desk 48h before travel if prior approval is needed.

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Pack confidently

Book your flight and manage cabin baggage allowance directly — purchase extra carry-on capacity before check-in opens for the best available price.