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We have updated our Business Class baggage rules as of 11 December 2023.

Here you'll find everything you need to know about our baggage allowances for different routes and travel classes, and what to do if you need to take more bags with you.

With most Finnair tickets you’re entitled to at least one piece of baggage free of charge – either a carry-on bag or a checked bag.

When your flight departs from Helsinki Airport, you can bring your checked baggage to the bag drop the evening prior to your departure

What's included in my ticket

Checked baggage allowance for tickets bought on or after 11 December 2023:

Ticket typeJourneys between Japan* and EuropeJourneys to/from Asia and the Middle East**Journeys between North America*** and EuropeFlights to/from all other destinationsChildrenInfants 0–2 years****
Business Flex3 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Business Classic3 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Business Light*****0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Premium Economy Flex2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Premium Economy Classic2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Premium Economy Light0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Economy Flex2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Economy Classic2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Economy Light*****0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Economy Superlight*****0 PC0 PC0 PC

* Baggage allowance for flights to/from Japan depends on the departure/destination country and available ticket options.
** Includes also other intercontinental flights.
*** The USA, Canada and Mexico
**** In addition to the ticketed allowance, baby stroller and car seat may always be taken free of charge.
***** Light and Superlight ticket types may not be available on all flight routes.

Ticket typeJourneys between mainland China and EuropeJourneys between Japan* and EuropeJourneys to/from Asia and the Middle East**Journeys between North America*** and EuropeFlights to/from all other destinationsChildrenInfants 0–2 years****
Business Flex2 PC (32kg each)3 PC (32kg each)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (32kg each)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Business Classic2 PC (32kg each)3 PC (32kg each)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (32kg each)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Business Light*****0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Premium Economy Flex1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Premium Economy Classic1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Premium Economy Light0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Economy Flex1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Economy Classic1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Economy Light*****0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Economy Superlight*****0 PC0 PC0 PC

* Baggage allowance for flights to/from Japan depends on the departure/destination country and available ticket options.
** Includes also other intercontinental flights except to/from USA, Canada, Mexico, China and Japan​
*** The USA, Canada and Mexico
**** In addition to the ticketed allowance, baby stroller and car seat may always be taken free of charge.
***** Light and Superlight ticket types may not be available on all flight routes.

Ticket typeFlights to/from Japan*Flights to/from other Asian countries Flights to/from North AmericaFlights to/from all other destinationsChildrenInfants 0–2 years***
Business Flex3 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Business Classic3 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)2 PC (32kg each)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Business Light**0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Premium Economy Flex2 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Premium Economy  Classic2 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)2 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Premium Economy Light0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC
Economy Flex2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Economy Classic2 PC (23kg each)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)1 PC (23kg)same as adult1 PC (23kg)
Economy Light0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC0 PC

* Baggage allowance for flights to/from Japan depends on the departure/destination country and available ticket options.

** Light ticket types may not be available on all flight routes.
*** In addition to the ticketed allowance, baby stroller and car seat may always be taken free of charge.

Checked baggage sizes

Economy Class and Premium Economy

  • maximum weight: 23kg (50lb)
  • external dimensions: up to 90cm x 75cm x 45cm (35in x 30in x 18in)
  • can be a musical instrument, sports equipment or other item that fits into the standard bag measures.

Business Class

  • maximum weight: 23kg on short-haul flights and 32kg (70lb) on long-haul flights*
  • external dimensions: up to 90cm x 75cm x 45cm (35in x 30in x 18in)
  • can be a musical instrument, sports equipment or other item that fits into the standard bag measures.

 

*23kg (50lb) long-haul flights for Business Classic and Flex tickets bought between 1 June 2023 and 10 December 2023.

Short-haul flights refer to our routes within Europe, and long-haul flights mean flights to or from Asia, North America and the Middle East.

Extra allowance for Finnair Plus and oneworld tier members

Finnair Plus Gold, Platinum and Platinum Lumo members can take one additional bag on flights operated and marketed by Finnair. Silver members are entitled to a 50% discount on the extra checked bag (23kg) fee when purchasing the bag while booking or later via Manage booking or the Finnair app.

Read about oneworld travel benefits if your flight is operated by any other oneworld carrier.

In addition, Finnair Plus Platinum and Platinum Lumo members may take a set of golf, skiing or diving equipment on flights operated and marketed by Finnair.

Heavy and oversized baggage

A heavy and/or oversized bag charge applies to baggage that: 

  • weighs over 23kg (50lb) and up to 32kg (70lb) 

 and/or 

  • exceeds the standard baggage dimensions of 90cm x 75cm x 45cm (35in x 30in x 18in). The maximum allowed dimensions are 190cm x 75cm x 65cm (75in x 29.5in x 25.5in). 

The heavy bag charge for bags up to 32kg does not apply if you travel with a Business Classic or Flex ticket type on Finnair long-haul flights (excluding infants, and tickets bought between 1 June 2023 and 10 December 2023). You can always check your baggage allowance from your ticket and Manage booking.

An additional heavy bag of up to 32kg can be bought in advance while making the booking or later in Manage booking. Otherwise, the heavy and/or oversized bag charge can only be paid at the airport.

Some special items, for example wheelchairs, certain sports equipment and large musical instruments exceeding the maximum measures may be accepted with a prior approval from the airline. All other baggage exceeding the maximum measures or weight (with the exception of pet containers) can only be transported as cargo.

Please keep in mind that your baggage should only include personal items you need during your trip. We cannot accept larger items, such as furniture, to be carried as checked baggage; they must be shipped as cargo.

Need more bags?

If you'd like to take more bags than what is included in your checked baggage allowance, an extra bag charge will be collected. 

When all the flights in your itinerary are operated and marketed by Finnair, you can pay in advance for up to eight additional bags or sports equipment within the measures and weight of a standard bag.

When you pay the fee online, it'll cost you less than at the airport. 

You can read more about extra baggage fees here.

Please note that cash payments are not accepted for Finnair services at Helsinki Airport.

Pay for extra baggage

Baggage allowance on other airlines' flights

Baggage allowances and regulations may vary depending on the airline. 

If your ticket includes flights operated by other airlines, IATA standards of the Most Significant Marketing Carrier (MSMC) define which airline’s baggage regulations apply for your journey. If the geographically longest or most significant flight of your journey is not marketed by Finnair, but by another airline, this airline’s rules also apply to Finnair flights. 

Your baggage allowance is always shown on your ticket. Please contact the operating airline for more information.

Read more about baggage allowance when flying with several airlines

Extra allowance for Finnair Plus and oneworld tier members

Extra allowance for Finnair Plus and oneworld tier members

Finnair Plus Gold, Platinum and Platinum Lumo members can take one additional bag on flights operated and marketed by Finnair. Silver members are entitled to a 50% discount on the extra checked bag (23kg) fee when purchasing the bag while booking or later via Manage booking or the Finnair app.

Read about oneworld travel benefits if your flight is operated by any other oneworld carrier.

In addition, Finnair Plus Platinum and Platinum Lumo members may take a set of golf, skiing or diving equipment on flights operated and marketed by Finnair.

Heavy and oversized baggage

Heavy and oversized baggage

A heavy and/or oversized bag charge applies to baggage that: 

  • weighs over 23kg (50lb) and up to 32kg (70lb) 

 and/or 

  • exceeds the standard baggage dimensions of 90cm x 75cm x 45cm (35in x 30in x 18in). The maximum allowed dimensions are 190cm x 75cm x 65cm (75in x 29.5in x 25.5in). 

The heavy bag charge for bags up to 32kg does not apply if you travel with a Business Classic or Flex ticket type on Finnair long-haul flights (excluding infants, and tickets bought between 1 June 2023 and 10 December 2023). You can always check your baggage allowance from your ticket and Manage booking.

An additional heavy bag of up to 32kg can be bought in advance while making the booking or later in Manage booking. Otherwise, the heavy and/or oversized bag charge can only be paid at the airport.

Some special items, for example wheelchairs, certain sports equipment and large musical instruments exceeding the maximum measures may be accepted with a prior approval from the airline. All other baggage exceeding the maximum measures or weight (with the exception of pet containers) can only be transported as cargo.

Please keep in mind that your baggage should only include personal items you need during your trip. We cannot accept larger items, such as furniture, to be carried as checked baggage; they must be shipped as cargo.

Need more bags?

Need more bags?

If you'd like to take more bags than what is included in your checked baggage allowance, an extra bag charge will be collected. 

When all the flights in your itinerary are operated and marketed by Finnair, you can pay in advance for up to eight additional bags or sports equipment within the measures and weight of a standard bag.

When you pay the fee online, it'll cost you less than at the airport. 

You can read more about extra baggage fees here.

Please note that cash payments are not accepted for Finnair services at Helsinki Airport.

Pay for extra baggage

Baggage allowance on other airlines' flights

Baggage allowance on other airlines' flights

Baggage allowances and regulations may vary depending on the airline. 

If your ticket includes flights operated by other airlines, IATA standards of the Most Significant Marketing Carrier (MSMC) define which airline’s baggage regulations apply for your journey. If the geographically longest or most significant flight of your journey is not marketed by Finnair, but by another airline, this airline’s rules also apply to Finnair flights. 

Your baggage allowance is always shown on your ticket. Please contact the operating airline for more information.

Read more about baggage allowance when flying with several airlines

Read more about our partner airlines' regulations

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