Make sure that baggage does not exceed the size and weight limits stipulated by the airline. Pack items properly to avoid possible damage.
Attach a clearly written (in English) name tag with the passenger’s name, address, and travel destination on both inside and outside of each baggage.
Multi-purpose (Swiss Army) knives, fruit knives, scissors, nail clippers, golf clubs, etc. are restricted carry-on items and cannot be brought into the cabin. Make sure to keep such items in checked baggage prior to boarding.
Flammable and/or combustible items including lighter fluid, paint, butane gas, burners, etc. are not accepted in carry-on or checked baggage.
* In case of carry on, one lighter is allowed.
* As of April 8, 2008, the carriage of lighters and/or matches is prohibited in all China
international and domestic airports and is subject to inspection at security check stations.
Please plan accordingly prior to travel.
Fragile items such as pottery, electronic products, glassware, frames, etc; perishable items such as perishables and other items with foul odor are not allowed in checked baggage.
Please notify the airline in advance if you have special items like sports equipment (bikes, surfboards, etc.) and pets for smooth handling on the day of travel.
Keep high-value items such as laptop computers, camcorders, cameras, jewelry, antiques, precious metals, etc. in your carry-on baggage at all times. Airlines assume no liability for loss or damage of such items as well as other valuables such as cash, securities, contracts, dissertations, medical supplies, etc.
Free Baggage Allowances
Free baggage allowances regarding size, weight, and quantity of baggage vary with passenger itinerary, seating class, and membership grade. Please confirm the free baggage allowance that pertains to you prior to departure.
Checked
baggage allowances (per passenger)
To/from/via USA, US territories, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, South America (via Pacific)
Other Routes
Domestic (Korea)
First Class
2 Pieces (max. 32kg/70lbs per piece)
Each piece must be within 158cm/62ins
in size.
40kg/88lbs
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Prestige Class
2 Pieces (max. 32kg/70lbs per piece)
Each piece must be within 158cm/62ins in size.
30kg/66lbs
30kg/66lbs
Economy Class
2 Pieces (max. 23kg/50lbs
per piece)
(Each piece may not exceed 158cm/62ins in size, and the size of the two pieces combined may not exceed 273cm/107ins.)
* Exception: Effective December 15, 2009 (based on the ticketing date), For travel from/to Brazil economy class passengers are allowed two pieces of baggage provided that the dimensions (the sum of the length, height, and width) of each bag do not exceed 158cm/62ins, the weight of each bag does not exceed 32kg/70lbs, and further, that the sum of the dimensions of the two bags does not exceed 273cm/107ins).
20kg/44lbs
20kg/44lbs
Children (under 12 years of age)
Adult restrictions apply.
Infants (under 2 years of age)
1 Piece with a size of less than 115cm/45ins
and maximum weight of 10kg/22lbs + 1 collapsible stroller, portable cradle, or child car seat
1 from either
a collapsible stroller, portable cradle, or
child car seat
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Note1. Size denotes the sum of height, width, and length of each baggage.
For example, a size limit of 158cm/62ins is illustrated as follows.
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Note 2. Definition of Americas and Other Regions
* Americas: Flights to/from/via USA, US territories, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, South America (via Pacific)
* Other: All flights that exclude regions classified in the Americas
such as from/to Korea, Japan, Europe, etc. (Regardless of the number of baggage is subjected to weight.)
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Note 3. The maximum weight per piece of baggage is 32kg/70lbs and the maximum size (sum of width, height, and depth) is 158cm/62ins.
* Checked baggage is processed through the baggage handling facilities of the airport and transferred onto the aircraft by baggage handling personnel.
For the safety of such personnel, the maximum weight for a single piece of baggage is 32kg/70lbs, regardless of seat class and/or
extra baggage payment. Any item or piece of baggage that exceeds this weight limit and/or has a maximum size (sum of width, height, and depth)
in excess of 158cm/62ins
is subject to rejection.
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Note 4. When flying with Korean Air, extra checked baggage may be allowed according to the passenger’s SKYPASS membership grade.
(Note: Restrictions may apply if flying with a SkyTeam partner airline or codeshare partners.)
* Morning Calm Club:
Additional 10kg/22lbs
Excludes travels from/to the Americas.
* Morning Calm Premium Club:
Traveling from/to any region excluding the Americas - additional 20kg/44lbs,
Traveling from/to the Americas – 1 additional piece of baggage
* Million Miler Club:
Traveling from/to any region excluding the Americas - additional 30kg/66lbs,
Traveling from/to the Americas – 1 additional piece of baggage
Carry-On Baggage Allowances
Class
Piece(s)
Total Weight
Size (W+H+D)
First, Prestige
2
18kg/40lbs
55 + 40 + 20 (cm)
or a total sum of less than
115cm/45ins
per piece
Economy
1 + additional 1 item
12kg/25lbs
55 + 40 + 20 (cm)
or a total sum of less than
115cm/45ins
per piece
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Note 1. Additional Item include:
One small piece such as a laptop computer, briefcase, purse, etc.
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Note 2. Carrying Musical Instruments
Small musical instruments such as a violin may be carried on-board providing they meet carry-on size(less than 115cm/45ins). However, to carry large instruments, such as a cello, double bass, geomungo (Korean lute), etc, a passenger must purchase an additional seat.
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Note 3. Flights Departing from the United States and/or Connecting to a U.S. Domestic Flight
Due to heightened security measures, all passengers, regardless of seating class, are limited to one piece of carry-on baggage and one additional permitted item for flights departing from the United States and/or connecting to a U.S. domestic flight.
Excess baggage
Any baggage in excess of the free baggage allowance will be subjected to excess baggage charge.
Routes
Charge
Korea domestic routes
3% of adult one-way normal fare per 1kg/2lbs
To/from/via USA, US territories, Canada, Caribbean,
Central America, South America (via Pacific)
Excess baggage fee may vary depending on departing countries
1) Extra Piece of Baggage
Each extra piece (maximum 32kg/70lbs) in excess of the 2 piece free baggage allowance will be charged an applicable excess baggage fee.
2) Overweight Baggage
Economy class :
Overweight baggage within the 2 piece free baggage allowance weighing between 23kg/50lbs ~ 32kg/70lbs will be charged at the rate of:
- KRW 50,000 if departing from Korea
- USD 50 if departing from the U.S.
- CAD 60 if departing from Canada
* Exception: Effective December 15, 2009 (based on the ticketing date), For travel from/to Brazil economy class passengers are allowed two pieces of baggage provided that the dimensions (the sum of the length, height, and width) of each bag do not exceed 158cm/62ins, the weight of each bag does not exceed 32kg/70lbs, and further, that the sum of the dimensions of the two bags does not exceed 273cm/107ins).
Outside Americas
1.5% of adult one-way normal IATA Published fare from origin to destination per 1kg/2lbs.
(For detailed information of IATA Published fare, please contact Korean Air Service Center.)
* IATA Published fare is?
The announced fare publicly by IATA (International Air Transport Association )
* Americas Routes: To/from/via USA, US territories, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, South America (via Pacific)
* Outside Americas: For travels to/from to Asia, Oceania and Europe
Restricted Items
Prohibited Items
For safety reasons, the following items must not be packed in checked or carry-on baggage or taken on board with you.
* Combustible/Flammable substances such as paint, lighter fluid, etc.
* Pressurized gas containers such as oxygen tanks, butane gas cans, etc.
* Weapons and/or explosive materials such as firearms, firecrackers, etc.
* Other items that may pose danger to passengers and/or the aircraft
Restricted Carry-On Items
Any items that may be used to pose a threat to passengers in any way can not be carried on-board. Such items include, but are not limited to, all types of knives and cutting instruments, golf clubs, clubs/bats, scissors, nail clippers, batteries, etc. If a passenger possesses any such item at the time of boarding, it must be checked at the gate.
Restricted Items with Special Precautions
The following items may be carried on board with special precautions
* Small quantity of personal care products and/or cosmetics, 1 lighter or matchbox, airline-approved medical items, gas-powered hair curlers, medical equipment, batteries, etc.
* Restriction of Carrying Lighters on Flights Departing from/Arriving in the United States and China.
Due to heightened security measures by the United States Transportation Security Administration, it is strictly prohibited to carry any form of lighters on all flights departing from/arriving in the United States (including Guam).
(However, a minor quantity of matches can be allowed.)
* The carriage of lighters and/or matches is prohibited in all China airports.
Unsuitable Items For Checked Baggage.
The following items cannot be included in checked baggage. These items should be carried with you.
Korean Air is not responsible for any damage, loss, or delay of any such items.
Items include, but are not limited to, laptop computers, camcorders, cameras, mobile phones, currency, jewelry, precious metals, securities, other valuables, samples, documents, easily damaged items, perishable items, etc.
Except however that this limitation on liability does not apply to
flights to or from the United States. In this case the passenger
is required to provide evidence as to the existence and the
value of the lost item in order to establish his/her right to damages
and Korean Air is not liable if and to the extent that the damage
resulted from the inherent defect, quality or vice of the baggage.
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