Checked bag exceptions for select markets
Boxes and plastic bins are not accepted on international flights. See our Checked Bag Fees section in Bag Info for a complete list of fees. For information on bikes and surfboards, please visit Sports Gear.
Ecuador
For flights to/from Ecuador:
- Each customer is allowed to check a maximum of 2 bags.
- Each checked bag cannot exceed 62 inches (157.48 cm) in overall dimensions. Bag dimensions are determined by adding the length, width, and height together.
- Overweight bag fees apply to bags weighing over 50 pounds (22.73 kg).
- Bags that exceed 70 pounds (31.75 kg) are not accepted.
The Dominican Republic
For flights to/from the Dominican Republic:
- Each checked bag cannot exceed 62 inches (157.48 cm) in overall dimensions. Bag dimensions are determined by adding the length, width, and height together.
- A 3rd checked bag (or more) can only be added at the airport or during check in. Excess bag fees apply.
- Overweight bag fees apply to bags weighing over 50 pounds (22.73 kg).
- Bags that exceed 70 pounds (31.75 kg) are not accepted.
Guyana, Haiti, and Trinidad & Tobago
For flights to/from Guyana, Haiti, and Trinidad & Tobago:
- Each checked bag cannot exceed 62 inches (157.48 cm) in overall dimensions. Bag dimensions are determined by adding the length, width, and height together.
- A 3rd checked bag (or more) can only be added at the airport or during check in. Excess bag fees apply.
- Overweight bag fees apply to bags weighing over 50 pounds (22.73 kg).
- Bags that exceed 70 pounds (31.75 kg) are not accepted.
- From Nov 16 - Jan 15, each customer may check a maximum of 2 bags.
U.K./Europe
For flights to/from the U.K./Europe:
- The fee for a 3rd (or more) checked bag is $200/£150/€185.
- A 3rd checked bag (or more) can only be added at the airport or during check in.
- Bags that exceed 70 pounds (31.75 kg) are not accepted.
Additional exceptions and limitations
Boxes and televisions
Cardboard boxes and plastic bins are allowed when traveling within the U.S., but are not allowed on any international flight. When transporting a television within the U.S., the television must be packaged in its original, factory-sealed box.
Humanitarian organizations
Humanitarian organizations transporting supplies are subject to the same bag allowances and guidelines as other customers.
Military personnel
U.S. military personnel, their dependents, and family members have separate bag exceptions. Learn more about military bag exceptions.