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Thai Airways Baggage Policy
Thai Airways Checked Baggage Policy, Hand Luggage Policy, Sports and Excess Baggage Policy
Baggage Policy (General Service) for Thai Airways International Public Company Ltd.
General Information
Baggage 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.
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:
- Wholly within Thailand Domestic sectors,
- A journey within TC3 (Asia, Australia, New Zealand) and a journey between TC2 (Europe, Africa, Middle East) and TC3 (Asia, Australia, New Zealand)
The Piece Concept used to apply for a journey :
- To/From the USA and Canada.
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
|
Categories |
Maximum Combined Weight of All Pieces |
|
Royal Silk Class |
30 kg (66 pounds) |
|
Economy Class |
20 kg (44 pounds) |
|
Infant not occupying a seat |
10 kg (22 pounds) |
|
ROP & Star Alliance Gold Members Extra |
20 kg (44 pounds) |
|
ROP Silver Member |
10 kg (22 pounds) |
Important Notice
If 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 operating 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.
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.
|
THB Per Kilogram (Between……and……) |
Chiang Mai |
Chiang Rai |
Hat Yai |
Khon Kaen |
Krabi |
Koh Samui |
|
Bangkok |
60 |
70 |
80 |
55 |
70 |
95 |
|
Phuket |
Surat Thani |
Ubon Ratchathani |
Udon Thani |
- |
- |
|
|
70 |
65 |
60 |
55 |
- |
- |
|
|
Chiang Mai |
Phuket |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
125 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Note :
1. The above "Domestic Excess Baggage Charge Table" is effective for a checked portion of travel On/After 23JUL12 until
further notice.
2. Excess Baggage Charge rate is per kilogram in THB (Thai Baht).
3. The Excess Baggage Charge per kilogram for any additional THAI Domestic services is 1.5 percent of the highest normal direct
one way economy class fare.
4. Child and infant discounted rates are not applicable.
5. For International Excess Baggage Charge rates are separately shown in USD (US Dollars).
6. If baggage is through check from TG Domestic connecting to TG International sectors, the Excess Baggage through check
portion of travel is applied by zoning basis.
7. TG Domestic Sectors in Thailand is located by Zone 1. (Please refer Zoning Definitions for International Excess Baggage
Charge Table.)
8. The condition on the 5th note, Currency Conversion: Excess baggage Charges published in USD only will be converted to
the Local Currency by using the Banker's Selling Rate on the date of baggage charged.
• Checked Baggage Policy by Weight Concept applicable to International Sectors within TC3, between TC2 and TC3
|
Categories |
Maximum Combined Weight of All Pieces |
|
Royal First Class |
40 kg (88 pounds) |
|
Royal Silk Class |
30 kg (66 pounds) |
|
Premium Economy Class |
30 kg (66 pounds) |
|
Economy Class |
20 kg (44 pounds) |
|
Infant not occupying a seat |
10 kg (22 pounds) |
|
ROP & Star Alliance Gold Members Extra |
20 kg (44 pounds) |
|
ROP Silver Member |
10 kg (22 pounds)
|
- Note :
-
1. When a passenger is involuntarily rerouted to a lower class of service, the higher class baggage allowance shall be applied even though the refund for the fare difference is made.
2. The exemption from extra baggage shall be applied to any passengers who traveling on the conditions agreed by THAI and Government sector.
The exemption shall be applied according to the condition on the passenger's ticket only. By government order or agreement, certain passenger categories may have a free baggage allowance deviating from the regular system. Such amended free baggage allowance is stated in the passenger's ticket.
3. The condition on the 2nd note is applicable to passengers traveling from Thailand only. For other areas/countries, follow the rules applied by the national carriers concerned.
4. In case of travel on combined services for through journeys where the passenger travels partly on F-class and partly on C-, U-, or Y-class, the free baggage allowance applicable on each sector of the trip shall be that applicable to the class of service for which the fare is paid.
In case the passenger who has paid F-class fare travels on C-, U- or Y-class, the free baggage allowance shall be that applicable to F-class.
5. Foldable stroller can be loaded in compartment without additional charge. -
Important Notice
- If 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 operating 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.
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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.
Excess Baggage Charge rate for a check portion of travel within TC3, Between TC2 and TC3 in Weight Concept on a zone basis listed below. -
USD Per Kilogram
To Zone 1
To Zone 2
To Zone 3
To Zone 4
To Zone 5
To Zone 6
From Zone 1
7
10
25
30
55
-
From Zone 2
10
25
30
35
55
-
From Zone 3
25
30
35
40
55
-
From Zone 4
30
35
40
55
55
-
From Zone 5
55
55
55
55
55
-
From Zone 6
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Note :
- 1. The above "Excess Baggage Charge (Within TC3, Between TC2 and TC3) Table" is effective for a checked portion On/After 23JUL12 until
-
further notice.
2. Excess Baggage Charge rate is per kilogram from Zone 1- Zone 5.
3. Child and infant discounted rates are not applicable.
4. Excess Baggage Charge rate to/from Zone 6 : USA/Canada is based on Piece Concept.(For more details, please refer to the "Excess -
Baggage Charges (To/From USA/Canada)
5. If baggage is through check from TG Domestic connecting to TG International sectors, the Excess Baggage through check portion of travel - is applied by zoning basis. TG Domestic Sectors in Thailand is located by Zone 1. (Please refer Zoning Definitions for International Excess
-
Baggage Charge Table.)
6. Currency Conversion: Excess baggage charges published in USD only will be converted to the Local Currency by using the Banker's Selling -
Rate on the date of baggage charged.
7. Zoning Definitions : -
Zoning
Definitions
Zone 1
Bangladesh, Cambodia, China(KMG), Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and TG Domestic Sectors in Thailand, Vietnam, Between HKG and TPE, Between TPE and SEL, Between KHI and MCT, Between HKT and SIN, Between HKT and KUL
Zone 2
China(BJS, SHA, CTU, CAN, XMN,CKG,CSX), Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Macau, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Between HKG and SEL, Between HKT and HKG, Between HKT and DEL, Between HKT and BOM
Zone 3
Australia(PER), Japan, Korea, Oman, Pakistan, United Arab Emirates, Between HKT and SEL, Between HKT and PER, Between HKT and TPE
Zone 4
Australia(SYD, BNE, MEL), Russia(MOW)
Zone 5
Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Between STO and HKT, Between CPH and HKT
Zone 6
United States of America, Canada
• Checked Baggage Policy by Piece Concept applicable to an International Sectors to/from USA/Canada
Destination
Class
Maximum weight / baggage (to avoid overweight baggage charge)
Maximum checked bags
Maximum dimension
in total per bag(to avoid oversize baggage charge)
To/from USA and Canada
First (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)
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• 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 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"
Important Notice - If 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.
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Carry-on Items
-
In 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 their own seat.Passengers can bring the following items free of charge :
• Handbag/wallet/purse with the maximum length 37.5 cm (15 inches), width 25 cm (10 inches), depth 12.5 cm (5 inches), or the total of three dimensions do not exceed 75 cm (30 inches) with the total weight not exceeding 1.5kgs(3.3lb). Notebooks, or portable personal computers are also applied with this condition.
• Walking sticks (crutches) used by elderly passengers, sick passengers, and handicapped passengers
• Camera or small binoculars
• Infant food
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.
Special Baggage Determination on Excess Baggage Charges in either Weight (within TC3, between TC2 and TC3) or Piece Concept (to/from USA/Canada) for tickets issued worldwide before 16Dec2013 -
Category
Include in allowance
Charge
Remark
Bike
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight / Piece Concept
Allow 1 bike per passenger to be included in the allowance.
Bowling
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight / Piece Concept
Fishing
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight / Piece Concept
Golfing
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight / Piece Concept.
• Weight Concept: charges 6 kg per set.
• Piece Concept:charges 50% per set.Allow 1 golf set per passenger to be included in the allowance.
Snow/Water Skiing
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight / Piece Concept
Surfboard/Windsurf
No
Note: Exception please see remark
Apply Excess baggage charge Weight /Piece Concept.
• Weight Concept: A board not exceeding 109 inches (277 cm) charge 5kg. If exceeding 109 inches (277cm) charge 8 kg.
• Piece Concept: A board not exceeding 109 inches (277cm) charge 50% of the unit rate. If exceeding 109 inches (277cm ) charge 1 unit rate (USD 119)
If travel to / from Australia / New Zealand, the surfboard / windsurf is able to include in the baggage allowance.
Scuba Diving
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight /Piece Concept
AVIH
No
Apply actual weight of the pet and container for Weight Concept.
Collect 2 units of the excess baggage rate for Piece Concept.(USD119 x 2 = USD238)Other Bulky item not exceeding 32 kg and dimension not exceeding 158cm.
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight /Piece Concept
Sporting Firearms
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight /Piece Concept
One portable musical instrument
Yes
Note : If the item not exceeding 100cm (39 inches) in length
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight /Piece Concept
Other Sport Equipment
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Excess baggage charge Weight /Piece Concept
Excess Baggage Charge Rates of:
• Weight Concept, please refer to Excess Baggage Charges (Within TC3, Between TC2 and TC3)
• Piece Concept, please refer to Excess Baggage Charges (To/From USA/Canada) - 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) for tickets issued on/after 16Dec2013
-
Category
Include in allowance
Charge
Remark
Bike
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Allow 1 bike per passenger to be included in the allowance.
Bowling
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Fishing Equipment
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Golfing
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Allow 1 golf set per passenger to be included in the allowance.
Snow/Water Skiing
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Surfboard/Windsurf
No
Note: Exception please see remark
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
If travel to / from Australia / New Zealand, the surfboard is able to include in the baggage allowance If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Scuba Diving
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
AVIH
No
Collect charges in Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Only Dog or Cat to be accepted to some destinations due to regulations of each countries. Not applicable for TG2000-2999 (Thai Smile)
Other Bulky item not exceeding 32 kg and dimension not exceeding 158cm.
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Sporting Firearms
Yes
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
One portable musical instrument
Yes
Note : If the item not exceeding 100cm (39 inches) in length
If it exceeds the allowance apply Special Unit price (Flat Rates).
Special Unit Price (Flat Rate) Charge of:
• Weight Concept, please refer to *Excess Charges for Special Baggage within TC3, Between TC2 and TC3 (for tickets issued worldwide on/after 16Dec2013)
• Piece Concept, please refer to *Excess Baggage for Special Baggage to/From USA/Canada (for tickets issued worldwide on/after 16Dec2013)
*Excess Charges for Special Baggage (for tickets issued worldwide on/after 16DEC13) -
A : On TG Operating flights only including TG2000-2999 and TG connecting with TG Flights only
B : On TG Connecting with Other Carriers
Baggage and Optional Fees for Thai Airways International Public Company Ltd. for travel to/from the USA and Canada -
Baggage Allowance
-
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 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.Destination
Class
Maximum weight / baggage (to avoid overweight baggage charge)
Maximum checked bags
Maximum dimension
in total per bag (to avoid oversize baggage charge)To/from USA and Canada
First (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 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 THAI office. 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 baggage
Thai 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 p
