British Airways, the flag carrier of the UK, has a very special baggage allowance for passengers depending on their class of travel and the membership tier. So you won’t have to worry about any extra baggage packed for your travel.
However, the higher the class you fly into, the more baggage you will be allowed to carry. Here in this article, we have listed down all the British Airways baggage allowance policy, fees charged for baggage, and what to do if you have lost or damaged baggage. So, make sure to go through the article thoroughly before booking your itinerary.
British Airways Baggage Allowance Policy
If you are unaware of what British Airways allows you to carry on board, you need to check out the British Airways baggage policy before booking your tickets:
Baggage Allowance According to Travel Class
Based on the travel class you are traveling on, the baggage weight allowance on British Airways and the number of baggage are decided. So make sure to check the British Airways baggage rules below if you are traveling in:
- Economy Basic: You are only allowed to carry a carry-on and handbag with you.
- Economy: You can carry one checked bag that does not weigh more than 23 kg.
- Premium economy, you can carry two checked bags that must not weigh more than 23 kg.
- In business class, you can carry two checked bags that must not weigh more than 32 kg.
- First class, you can carry three checked bags that must not weigh more than 32 kg.
Baggage Allowance According to Membership Status
British Airways always respects and prioritizes its loyal and regular customers, so if you have any level of membership with British Airways, you will be allowed extra checked baggage to carry. Here you will find the details:
- If you are on Gold or Oneworld Emerald tier, apart from the Basic fare, you are allowed to carry one additional checked bag up to 32kg (70lb). Each bag you carry can weigh up to 32 kg (70 lb) per checked bag.
- Keeping the basic fare apart, the members on the tier of Silver or Oneworld Sapphire are allowed to carry 2 free checked bags weighing up to 32kg (70lb) in any travel cabin.
Carry-On Allowance
Every passenger, regardless of their ticket type, is allowed to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item onboard. The carry-on bag must not exceed the size limit of 56 x 45 x 25cm.
(22 x 18 x 10in) including the wheels and handles, and must not weigh more than 23kg (51lb). Personal items, such as handbags or laptop bags, should not exceed 40 x 30 x 15cm (16 x 12 x 6in) and should weigh up to 23kg (51lb).
Overweight and Oversized Baggage
If your bag exceeds the weight limit, an overweight British Airways baggage fee will be charged. The fee for carrying an overweight bag is 100 USD / 65 GBP / 75 EUR / 100 CAD per bag charged for a one-way journey. If your bag exceeds the size limit, it may have to be checked as oversized baggage, and additional charges may apply.
Lost And Damaged Baggage
If you have British Airways missing baggage either at the airport or on the plane, you are required to report it to the authorities within 8 days of your flight. While reporting the lost baggage make sure to provide valid contact details and the preferred delivery address.
- If you are at the airport- You can visit the help desk and the agents will help you report the lost item via the Baggage Portal.
- However, if you have already left the airport, you can still report British Airways lost baggage via the same Baggage Portal and if you face any trouble you can directly dial the number mentioned below.
You are required to report any loss of items or damaged bags within 7 days of receiving your bags.
- If you are still at the airport, you will have to report the problem to any British Airways member or staff before you exit the airport.
- If you have already left the airport, you can use this Report & Claim link to claim your stuff.
For British Airways baggage tracking, you can use the baggage report number and log into the baggage tracking system to gather info about your lost baggage.
Summary:
British Airways baggage policy will introduce passengers to the requirements and the allowances along with the restrictions that the airline states for them. So before proceeding further, a good look at the policies will surely help you a lot. If you are still having trouble, make sure to contact our customer support team at the number mentioned below.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1) What is the baggage policy for infants and children?
Children and infants who are between the ages of 2 and 11 and have booked a seat will have the same allowance as adults. Apart from that, they are allowed to carry up to 2 additional items, including a travel cot, collapsible stroller, carry harness or car seat. If the child is below two years old, they can carry one bag (51 pounds or 23 kg) plus up to 2 items allowed for children between 2 to 11 years old.
2) What is the policy for hand baggage only/basic fare?
While traveling on the hand baggage only or Economy basic fare, you are not allowed to carry any checked baggage into the hold. You will have to pay additional charges for carrying checked baggage.
3) What is the policy for baggage that exceeds the permitted size?
If your bag exceeds the permitted size or carries more than two hand baggage, these bags will be transported into the hold as checked bags.
4) What is the policy for labeling checked bags?
In order to keep track of your bags, you must label them inside-out with your name, mobile number, and/or email address visible clearly.
5) What is the policy for refunding the pre-payment of extra baggage?
If you have canceled your tickets before check-in, British Airways will refund the extra baggage charge that has already been paid.
6) What is the policy for stroller check?
You can check one stroller per child at the gate free of charge. You can carry a fully collapsible stroller to the gate, and upon arrival, you can pick it up at the destination gate.