Baggage Policy (General Service) for Thai Airways International Public Company Ltd.General InformationBaggage Allowance determination and excess baggage charges calculation apply to baggage to be through checked from the point of departure to the point of arrival without stopover at any of the intermediate points. If passenger takes a stopover at an intermediate point, a new assessment of baggage allowance and baggage charges, if
applicable, will be measured from the point of departure following the stopover. Show
Application to Thai Airways International Public Company Ltd.Passengers may carry free of charge baggage as specified and subject to the conditions and limitations in THAI Regulations. The weight allowance has been introduced by THAI for a journey:
If you are traveling on THAI flights for your entire journey, details of the free baggage allowance of each of the above mentioned are published below: Checked Baggage Policy by Weight Concept applicable to Purely Domestic Sectors
Important NoticeIf your journey involves multiple airline partners, please be aware that baggage rules may vary. In case of code-share flights, the carrier performing as the Most Significant Carrier (MSC) determines the baggage rule, will be the Marketing Carrier unless that carrier publishes a rule stipulating that it will be the Operating Carrier. In some cases, the baggage rules that apply for your journey may be those of our partner airlines, please contact your travel agent or our ticketing/reservation agent for further advice. Excess Baggage Charges applicable to Purely Domestic Sectors All excess baggage must be assessed and charged before the passenger boards the aircraft. Baggage checked in addition to the traveler's baggage allowance. Checked baggage allowance may vary depending on cabin, status level, military status, itinerary and date of purchase. Baggage carried in excess of the free baggage allowance is charged as follows, irrespective of the class paid for and used by the passenger. Excess Baggage Charge rate, applicable to a checked portion of travel on purely THAI Domestic sectors, are in Weight Concept on a fixed rate listed below.
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Checked Baggage Policy by Weight Concept applicable to International Sectors within TC3, between TC2 and TC3
Note: Important NoticeIf your journey involves multiple airline partners, please be aware that baggage rules may vary. In case of code-share flights, the carrier performing as the Most Significant Carrier (MSC) determines the baggage rule, will be the Marketing Carrier unless that carrier publishes a rule stipulating that it will be the Operating Carrier. In some cases, the baggage rules that apply for your journey may be those of our partner airlines, please contact your travel agent or our ticketing/reservation agent for further advice. Excess Baggage Charges (Within TC3, Between TC2 and TC3)All excess baggage must be assessed and charged before the passenger boards the aircraft. Baggage checked in addition to the traveler's baggage allowance. Checked baggage allowance may vary depending on cabin, status level, military status, itinerary and date of purchase. Baggage carried in excess of the free baggage allowance is charged as follows, irrespective of the class paid for and used by the passenger. Click here for "Excess Baggage Charge Table" which was effective on/ before 31 August 2018Excess Baggage Charge rate for a check portion of travel within TC3, Between TC2 and TC3 in Weight Concept on a zone basis (Effective on/ after 1 September 2018) listed below.
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Checked Baggage Policy by Piece Concept applicable to an International Sectors to/from USA/Canada
Important NoticeIf your journey involves multiple airline partners, please be aware that baggage rules may vary. In case of code-share flights that include a point in the United States/US Territories, the carrier performing as the marketing carrier determines the baggage rule. In some cases, the baggage rules that apply for your journey may be those of our partner airlines, please contact your travel agent or our ticketing/reservation agent for further advice. Carry-on ItemsIn addition to the checked baggage allowance, each passenger is allowed to hand carry one baggage at maximum length 56 cm (22 inches), width 45 cm (18 inches), thickness 25 cm (10 inches). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and side pockets. Total weight of the carry-on baggage must not exceed seven kg (15 lb).Passengers are required to place the baggage in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of them. Passengers can bring the following items free of charge:
Note: Spot check may be performed against the test unit and/or weighing machine at the check-in counter and/or at the boarding gate to ensure compliance to these regulations. Aftermarket Travel GadgetsOther than equipment installed or supplied on the aircraft by THAI, passengers own equipment/devices/travel gadgets such as personal air purifier/ionizers, seat-recline preventer, knee defender, inflight beds e.g. Bed Box ,Jet Kids, Fly Baby, leg-rests, hammocks, infant canopies or similar devices are not allowed to use onboard due to :
Sport/Special Baggage Determination on Special Unit price (Flat Rates) either Weight (within TC3, between TC2 and TC3) or Piece Concept (to/from USA/Canada)
Special Unit Price (Flat Rate) Charge of :Note: Baggage and Optional Fees for Thai Airways International Public Company Ltd. for travel to/from the USA and CanadaBaggage AllowancePassengers may carry free of charge baggage as specified and subject to the conditions and limitations in THAI Regulations.The weight allowance has been introduced by THAI for a journey wholly within TC3 (Asia, Australia, New Zealand) and a journey between TC2 (Europe, Africa, Middle East) and TC3 (Asia, Australia, New Zealand) where the Piece Concept used to apply for a journey to/from the USA and Canada.For travel to and from the United States Thai Airways provides passengers with a free baggage allowance for adults and infant according to the chart below.DestinationClassMaximum weight / baggage (to avoid overweight baggage charge)Maximum checked bagsMaximum dimension in total per bag (to avoid oversize baggage charge)To/from USA and CanadaFirst (Royal First) 32 kg (70 lbs) 2 158 cm (62 inches) Business(Royal Silk) 32 kg (70 lbs) 2 158 cm (62 inches) Economy 23 kg (50 lbs) 2 158 cm (62 inches) Infant not occupying seat 23 kg (50 lbs) 1 115 cm (45 inches)• Royal First Class and Royal Silk Class passengers receive a free baggage allowance of two pieces. The weight of each piece shall not exceed 32 kgs (70 lbs) and linear measurement (length + width + height) shall not exceed 158 cms (62 inches).• Passengers traveling on economy class are given a free baggage allowance of two pieces. The weight of each item shall not exceed 23 kgs (50 lbs) and linear measurement of each piece shall not exceed 158 linear cms (62 inches).• Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) Gold Card members and Royal Orchid Platinum members will enjoy the privilege of one extra baggage on top of the regular allowance in any class of travel. The applicable privilege will be utilized along with the frequent flyer status to only those tickets that are wholly online or involved interline transportation with other carriers who agreed to the applicable of the bonus.• Special baggage rate shall be applied for unusual size and weight. Please contact the local THAIoffice. For the Excess Baggage Charge rate, please refer "Baggage and Optional Fees for Thai Airways International Public Company Ltd. for travel to/from the USA and Canada"Carry-on baggageThai Airways International Public Company Ltd. will permit one carry- on bag plus one small personal item per customer to be carried on the aircraft at no charge. The maximum combined linear measurement (length x width x thickness) of the carry-on bag must not exceed 22 inches x 18 inches x 10 inches (56 x 45 x 25 cm). The maximum weight of the carry-on bag is 15 pounds (seven kg).For more information on allowable carry-on baggage, please refer to Baggage Policy (General Service -Carry on Items.)Excess Baggage Charges (To/From USA/Canada)All excess baggage must be assessed and charged before the passenger boards the aircraft. Baggage checked in addition to the traveler's baggage allowance. Checked baggage allowance may vary depending on cabin, status level, military status, itinerary and date of purchase.Baggage carried in excess of the free baggage allowance is charged as follows, irrespective of the class paid for and used by the passenger.Excess Baggage Charge rate for a checked portion of travel to/from USA/Canada in Piece Concept on a zone basis listed below.
Calculation details:Routing: To/From USA and CanadaEach excess baggage chargeUSD180 Oversized Baggage: each bag (Piece) exceeding the dimension of 62 inches (158cm) but not exceeding 80 inches (203 cm)USD180(Note8) Twice the applicable excess baggage charge shall apply to the excess baggage number plus oversized:1. Each bag (Piece) exceeding 2 checked bags (Piece) 2. Exceeding the dimension of 62 inches (158 cm), but not exceeding 80 inches (203 cm)USD360(Note9) Oversized/Overweight baggage. Such bag (Piece) shall be weighed and shall be charged at 3 times the applicable excess baggage charges for the first 45 kg of fraction thereof for each additional 10 kg. Of the fraction thereof, 1 (One) additional excess baggage charge shall be applied.USD180 x 3 (Note10)Note :
Sport and Special Baggage (To/ from USA and Canada)Additional Items as checked baggage that may have extra handling charges. The following items are subject to a special handling fee based on itinerary. All fees listed are per item and to be collected in unit price. Please contact our local reservation offices to insert the details of your sport equipment or special baggage in your booking at least 48 hours prior to flight departure. BicyclesA bicycle may be included as part of your free baggage allowance. For a bicycle above your free baggage allowance: If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge : USD 150/Unit Golf Equipment (1 set of clubs)**You may use one of your free baggage allowance piece for a golf set. ** One set of Golf equipment consists of maximum 14 clubs, 12 balls, one set of golf shoes If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge: USD 150/Unit Snow/Water Skiing EquipmentSnow/Water Skiing Equipment may be included as part of your free baggage allowance. If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge: USD 150/Unit Surfboards (not allowed to be included in the free baggage allowance)If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) apply as follows : A board up to 2m in length : Charge 1 Unit rate (USD 150) A board exceeding 2m in length : Charge 2 Unit rate (USD 300) Windsurf Equipment (not allowed to be included in the free baggage allowance)If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) apply as follows : A board up to 2m in length : Charge 1 Unit rate (USD 150) A board exceeding 2m in length : Charge 2 Unit rate (USD 300) Scuba Diving EquipmentScuba Diving Equipment may be included as part of your free baggage allowance If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge: USD 150/Unit Weapons Firearms ammunitionWeapons Firearms ammunition may be included as part of your free baggage allowance. If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge : USD 150/Unit Sporting firearmsWill be accepted as one piece of baggage; If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge: USD 150/Unit One portable musical instrument (not exceeding 39 inches / 100 cm) in lengthOne portable musical instrument shall be considered in free baggage allowance. If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) apply as follows : An instrument (up to 1m in length) : Charge 1 Unit rate (USD 150) Other Sport equipmentOther Sport equipment shall be included in the baggage allowance. If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) Charge: USD 150/Unit Pets as Checked Baggage (AVIH) (not allowed to be included in the free baggage allowance)If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates) apply as follows : Pet and container weight
Notice:If your journey involves multiple airline partners, please be aware that baggage rules and fees for optional services may vary. In some cases, the baggage rules and fees for optional services that apply to your journey may be those of our partner airlines. You may find this information for our codeshare partner airlines at the following websites: http://www.ana.co.jp/wws/japan/e/asw_common/guide/baggage.html http://www.lufthansa.com/online/portal/lh/us/nonav/local?nodeid=3373626 http://www.brusselsairlines.com/en-hu/practical-information/travel-info/before-the-flight/luggage-info/default.aspx http://www.thaismileair.com/ Interline Journey
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