Kenya Airways accommodates the needs of every traveller. If you have issues with mobility, you may bring a wheelchair. Those with an infant will be permitted to bring a stroller and a car seat with some advisory. The airline also allows you to travel with 1 piece of cabin baggage weighing up to 12 kg and measuring 55 x 25 x 35 cm in case you didn’t book a child seat. You are allowed to travel with personal items which will include 1 duty-free shopping bag per passenger. You can read our HolidayGlobes blog to understand Kenya Airways baggage allowance.
Does Kenya Airways allow two checked bags?
Yes, Kenya Airways will allow you to travel with 2 checked bags. But, the maximum weight of each bag should be 23 kg in Economy and 32 kg in Business cabin. An additional piece of luggage of 23 kg or 32 kg is allowed for frequent flyers with Asante status in Silver, Gold and Platinum tiers. You may be able to check more bags but that will depend on whether there is space in the aircraft. Bags exceeding 32 kg and measuring more than 158 cm (sum of length, breadth and width) will not be accepted. If your bags are heavy you will be asked to pay charges depending on the route. Here is a look at the charges.
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$100 - From Europe, America and Asia
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$75 - From Middle East
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$60 - From Africa
An authorization under Kenya Airways baggage policy international is needed if you want to check an item exceeding 32 kg. Feel free to call the airline or HolidayGlobes at +1-(866)-536-9224 or +1-888-595-2181 to understand how to book a bulky baggage.
How much Baggage is Allowed in Kenya Airways International?
If you are travelling in business class, your cabin baggage allowance will be more than a person travelling in economy class. You will be allowed to bring 2 pieces each measuring up to 55x25x35 cm along with 1 accessory. The combined weight of the cabin baggage should not be more than 18 kg. On the other hand, if you are travelling in economy class, the cabin baggage allowance is limited to 1 piece and 1 accessory. The maximum weight and dimension of the checked bag should not exceed 32 kg and 158 cm (sum of the length, breadth and width). Here are some exceptions on Kenya Airways.
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Special sporting equipment and non-normal items weighing more than 32 kg may be accepted.
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The maximum dimensions for checked bags originating from Dubai, Mumbai, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Guangzhou may exceed 158 cm. But they should be within 180 cm.
Can I Travel with Bulky Baggage on Kenya Airways?
Yes, you can travel with bulky baggage that weighs more than 32 kg and exceeds 300 cm in dimensions on Kenya Airways. There is no weight limit for motorized wheelchairs or mobility devices. But, under Kenya Airways baggage policy international, you will have to get approval from the commercial team of the airline. When you get an authorization the PNR will be updated with ‘XBAG’. Kenya Airways has a solution if you have a bulky baggage that cannot go in the hold. You can book an extra seat for the bulky baggage with some restrictions mentioned here.
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The weight of the bulky baggage should not exceed 46kg.
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The measurement of the bulky baggage should not exceed 48X73X40 cm.
A carry-on exceeding your cabin baggage allowance will have to be checked. If your baggage allowance has already touched the upper limit, you will be charged for the carry-on bag. The airline or HolidayGlobes can be called at +1-(866)-536-9224 or +1-888-595-2181 to know baggage fee you will pay.
