The Thai Airways baggage policy operates by the weight system/concept for domestic and select international routes (except U.S./Canada), with no restrictions on the number of pieces you can carry. On international flights to/from the U.S./Canada, the baggage policy works on the piece system/concept. 

Below is an overview of the Thai Airways baggage policy and allowance:

  • The free carry-on baggage allowance is:
    • 1 standard carry-on bag (22in x 18in x 10in and 7kg), plus
    • 1 personal item (15in x 10in x 5in and 1.5kg)
  • The free checked baggage allowance for domestic flights within Thailand (based on the weight system/concept) is given below. On weight concept flights, there’s no restriction on the number or size of bags, as long as the maximum weight is not exceeded.
    • 88lb/40kg for Royal Silk
    • 66lb/30kg for Premium Economy
    • 66lb/30kg for Economy
      (but 44lb/20kg for ticket codes L/V/W)
    • 22lb/10kg for a lap infant

Frequent Flyers are entitled to a free additional baggage allowance, as shown below.

  • ROP Silver status members can bring an extra 22lb/10kg
  • ROP/Star Alliance Gold status members can bring an extra 44lb/20kg
  • ROP Platinum status members can bring an extra 66lb/30kg 
  • The free checked allowance for flights to/from the U.S./Canada (based on the piece concept) is:
    • 2 bags of 70lb/32kg and 158cm/62in each for First Class (Royal First) 
    • 2 bags of 70lb/32kg and 158cm/62in each for Business Class (Royal Silk Class) 
    • 2 bags of 50lb/23kg and 158cm/62in each for Economy Class 
    • 1 bag (50lb/23kg and 115cm/45in) for a lap infant

Frequent Flyers are entitled to a free additional baggage allowance.

  • ROP Gold/Platinum members can bring 1 extra checked bag in all classes.
  • The free checked baggage allowance for other international flights (based on the weight system/concept) is shown below and applies to:
    • Flights within TC3 (Australia, New Zealand, Asia)
    • Flights between TC2 (Europe, Middle East, Africa) and TC3
      (i.e., all flights except flights to/from the U.S./Canada)

For weight concept flights, there’s no restriction on the number of baggage pieces or size, as long as you don’t exceed the maximum weight limit.

  • 110lb/50kg for First Class (Royal First) 
  • 88lb/40kg for Business Class (Royal Silk)
  • 88lb/40kg for Premium Economy 
  • 44lb/20kg for Economy Saver; 66lb/30kg for Economy Flexi; and 77lb/35kg for Economy Full Flexi
  • 22lb/10kg for a lap infant

Frequent Flyers are entitled to a free additional baggage allowance.

  • ROP Silver status members can bring an extra 22lb/10kg 
  • ROP and Star Alliance Gold status members can bring an extra 44lb/20kg 
  • ROP Platinum members can bring an extra 66lb/30kg
  • Each checked bag must have your name/personal information attached to it.
  • The following items can be brought free of charge: baby food, assistive devices such as canes and crutches, a camera, etc.
  • You can pre-purchase excess baggage (online/by phone) in 2lb/5kg slabs of up to 110lb/50kg at a discount of 20 – 35%, as long as you pre-book at least 24 hours before departure.
  • The extra baggage charges on international routes:
    • By weight concept range between USD 12 – 70 per kilo depending on which zone you’re travelling from and to, and 
    • By piece concept is USD 180 per checked bag
  • Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) members (Silver, Gold, Platinum) and Star Alliance Gold status members are entitled to an additional free checked baggage allowance, based on membership status and route.
  • Bag Drop: If you’ve already checked in for your flight (online, with the mobile app, or kiosk) and received your boarding pass/receipt, you can leave your baggage at dedicated Bag Drop counters at all airports. 
  • Bangkok International Airport’s Bag Drop counters are located in Row C for domestic flights and Rows H-J for international flights. You can drop your baggage yourself at the Self Bag Drop counters D1 and D2 after printing your baggage tags from a service kiosk (open from 4.30 am to 11.30 pm daily. 

Thai Airways Carry-on Baggage Allowance

The Thai Airways carry-on baggage allowance for flights operated by Thai Airways is 1 standard carry-on bag plus 1 personal item plus a few additional items, as shown below.

  1. 1 standard carry-on bag 
    1. Maximum size 22in x 18in x 10in (56cm x 45cm x 25cm) 
    2. Maximum weight 15lb/7kg 
  2. 1 personal item (handbag, notebook, purse, or similar) 
    1. Maximum size 15in x 10in x 5in (37.5cm x 25cm x 12.5cm)
      or 30in/75cm (30in) in combined linear dimensions 
    2. Maximum weight  3.3lb/1.5kg 
  3. The following items can be brought additionally free of charge: 
    1. Infant/baby food
    2. Camera
    3. Walking sticks/canes/crutches (if used)

Note

  • The size of carry-on baggage includes wheels, handles, and straps.
  • Your carry-on baggage must fit under your front seat or in the overhead compartment. 
  • Star Alliance Gold status members traveling on First or Business Class on a trip comprising 2 or more Star Alliance airlines are entitled to carry 2 carry-on bags for free, subject to aircraft restrictions and local regulations.

Thai Airways Domestic Baggage Allowance (Checked Baggage)

According to the Thai Airways baggage policy, the checked baggage allowance for purely domestic flights within Thailand is based on the weight system/concept, as shown in the table below. On weight concept flights, there’s no restriction on the number or size of the checked bags you can bring, as long as you don’t exceed the maximum free/complimentary baggage allowance limit. If you do, you will be charged an overweight baggage fee. 

Thai Airways Baggage Allowance for Domestic Flights
(Checked Bags)
Travel ClassMaximum Baggage Weight (Combined)
Royal Silk Baggage Allowance88lb/40kg
Premium Economy Baggage Allowance66lb/30kg
Economy Baggage Allowance44-66lb/20-30kg 
(44lb/20kg for L/V/W codes)
Lap Infant Baggage Allowance22lb/10kg
Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) Silver Members
(only on TG sectors)
Plus 22lb/10kg
Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) and Star Alliance Gold status membersPlus 44lb/20kg
Royal Orchid Platinum members
(only on TG sectors)
Plus 66lb/30kg
Note 
Thai Airways baggage limit for domestic flights: There’s no limit to how many checked bags you can bring, as long as you don’t exceed your free baggage weight limit. 
Thai Airways baggage size for domestic flights: There’s no limit to the baggage size on domestic flights—only the weight limit applies.
Thai Airways baggage weight limit for domestic flights is:
• 88lb/40kg for Royal Silk.
• 66lb/30kg for Premium Economy.  
• 44-66lb/20-30kg for Economy (but 44lb/20kg for L/V/W codes)
• 22lb/10kg for a Lap Infant (all classes)
Checked baggage over the free baggage weight limits above will incur overweight baggage fees.

Thai Airways International Baggage Allowance—Flights to/from U.S.A./Canada

According to the Thai Airways baggage policy, the free checked baggage allowance for international flights to or from the United States or Canada is based on the piece concept, as shown in the table below. On piece concept flights, certain restrictions apply to the number, weight, and size of the checked bags you can bring. If you exceed any of the limits, you will be charged cumulatively for each transgression. 

Thai Airways Baggage Allowance for Flights to/from U.S.A./Canada
Travel ClassMaximum Baggage Weight
(Free Checked Bag)
Number of Free Checked BagsMaximum Dimensions 
(Free Checked Bag)
Royal First Baggage Allowance
(First Class)
70lb/32kg2158cm/62in
Royal Silk Baggage Allowance (Business Class)70lb/32kg2158cm/62in
Economy Baggage Allowance50lb/23kg2158cm/62in
Lap Infant Baggage Allowance50lb/23kg1115cm/45in
Note
The Thai Airways baggage limit for flights to/from U.S.A/Canada is: 
• 2 bags of 70lb/32kg each for Royal Class and Royal Silk Class (First and Business Class).
• 2 bags of 50lb/32kg each for Economy Class. 
• 1 bag of 50lb/23kg for a lap infant.
Baggage in excess of the above will incur extra baggage charges/fees.
The Thai Airways baggage size for flights to/from U.S.A./Canada is:
• 158cm/62in in combined linear dimensions for adult passengers and unaccompanied minors in all travel classes.
• 115cm/45in in combined linear dimensions for a lap infant in all travel classes.
Baggage sizes exceeding the above limits will incur oversized baggage charges.
The Thai Airways baggage weight limit for flights to/from U.S.A./Canada is:
• 70lb/32kg per checked bag for Royal Class and Royal Silk Class.
• 50lb/23kg per checked bag for Economy Class. 
• 50lb/23kg per checked bag for a lap infant. 
Baggage weight exceeding the free weight limits will incur overweight baggage charges.
– The following frequent flyer members are entitled to 1 additional checked bag in any travel class: 
• Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) Gold Card members 
• Royal Orchid Platinum members 
– Special baggage rates will apply to bags of unusual size and weight. For excess baggage charges, refer to the Thai Airways Special Baggage Policy for U.S.A./Canada section below. 
– For journeys involving multiple airline partners that include a point in the U.S./Territories, the baggage rules will depend on those of the marketing carrier. However, in some cases, the rules of the partner airline may apply. If you’re not sure, call Thai Airways or your travel agent for assistance.

Thai Airways Baggage Allowance—International Flights excluding U.S.A./Canada Flights

The Thai Airways baggage policy for international flights based on the weight system/concept applies to the following sectors: 

  • Flights within TC3 (Australia, New Zealand, Asia) 
  • Flights between TC2 (Africa, Middle East, Europe) and TC3

As with domestic weight concept flights, you can bring as many checked bags of any size as you like, as long as you don’t exceed your free baggage weight limit. If you do, you will be charged an overweight baggage fee depending on your route. 

Thai Airways Baggage Allowance for International Flights excl. U.S./Canada
Travel ClassMaximum Baggage Weight (Combined)
Royal First Baggage Allowance110lb/50kg
Royal Silk Baggage Allowance88lb/40kg
Premium Economy Baggage Allowance88lb/40kg
Economy Baggage Allowance44-66lb/20-30kg 
(Saver: 44lb/20kg; Flexi: 66lb/30kg; Full Flexi: 77lb/35kg
Lap Infant Baggage Allowance10 kg (22 pounds)
ROP Silver members
(only on flights operated by TG)
Plus 22lb/10kg
ROP and Star Alliance Gold status members (only on flights operated by TG)Plus 44lb/20kg
Royal Orchid Platinum members
(only on flights operated by TG)
Plus 66lb/30kg
Note
– If you’re involuntarily rerouted to a lower service class, you will be entitled to the higher-class baggage allowance but refunded the fare difference.
– Any amended free/complimentary baggage allowance will be indicated on your ticket. 
– The 2nd note condition applies only if you’re travelling from Thailand. 
– The free/complimentary baggage allowance for which you’ve paid the fare will apply. 
– If you’re travelling with an infant/child, you can load a foldable stroller free of charge.

Thai Airways Extra Baggage Charges

The section below provides the extra baggage charges/fees for domestic flights within Thailand and international flights based on the weight concept (Zones 1 – 5) and piece concept (Zone 6).

Thai Airways Extra Baggage Charges for Domestic Flights

If your checked baggage exceeds your free/complimentary baggage allowance, you will be charged excess baggage charges/overweight baggage charges. The excess/overweight baggage charges will depend on the excess weight and flight route, as shown in the table below. 

Thai Airways Excess/Overweight Baggage Charges for Domestic Flights
(in THB per Kilogram)
Chiang RaiKhon
Kaen
Surat
Than
Udon
Thani
Chiang MaiHat YaiKrabiPhuketUbon Ratchathani
Bangkok705565556080707060
Chiang Mai125

Thai Airways Extra Baggage Charges for International Flights

You can travel with checked baggage exceeding your free/complimentary baggage allowance subject to the payment of additional baggage charges. The additional baggage charges/fees will depend on the extra weight or number of pieces, depending on which zone you’re travelling from and to, as shown below.

How to Purchase Extra Baggage on Thai Airways

You can purchase extra baggage on Thai Airways online, by phone, through your travel agent, or at the airport (costliest). If you purchase extra baggage at least 24 hours in advance online or by phone—available in slabs of 2.27lb/5kg—you can get a discount of 20-35%. The maximum extra baggage you can purchase online is 110lb/50kg per passenger. When purchasing baggage online, go to the homepage and use the Travel Extra (or Additional Services) tab.

Thai Airways Special Baggage Policy for U.S.A./Canada

According to the Thai Airways baggage policy, the following items will incur a special handling fee depending on your travel itinerary. If you’re travelling with the special baggage or sporting equipment below, you must contact Thai Airways at least 48 hours before departure to insert the baggage details into your booking. 

  • Bicycles
    • You can include a bicycle as part of your free/complimentary baggage allowance. 
    • If the bicycle is above your free/complimentary baggage allowance, a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/unit will be charged.
  • Golf Equipment 
    • You can include a golf set as one of your free/complimentary baggage allowance pieces. 
    • 1 golf set/equipment includes up to 14 golf clubs, 12 golf balls, and 1 pair of golf shoes. 
    • If the golf equipment exceeds your free/complimentary baggage allowance, a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/Unit will apply.
  • Snow/Water Ski Equipment
    • You can include 1 Snow/Water Ski equipment as part of your free/complimentary baggage allowance. 
    • If the equipment exceeds your free/complimentary baggage allowance, a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/Unit will apply.
  • Surfboards 
    • Cannot be included in your free/complimentary baggage allowance.
    • Will incur a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150 if the length is up to 2m/200cm, and USD 300 if the length of the surfboard exceeds 2m/200cm.
  • Windsurfing Equipment 
    • Cannot be included in your free/complimentary baggage allowance.
    • Will be subject to a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150 if up to 2m/200cm in length, and 2 units (USD 300) if exceeding 2m/200cm in length.
  • Scuba Diving Equipment
    • Can be included as part of your free/complimentary baggage allowance. 
    • Will incur a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/Unit if it exceeds the free/complimentary baggage allowance limit.
  • Weapons, Firearms, and Ammunition
    • Can be included as part of your free baggage allowance. 
    • Will incur a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/Unit if they exceed the free/complimentary baggage allowance limit.
  • Sporting Firearms
    • Will be accepted as a single piece of baggage. 
    • Will incur a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/Unit if they exceed the free/complimentary baggage allowance limit.
  • 1 Portable Musical Instrument (up to 100cm/39in long)
    • A single portable musical instrument will be considered as part of your free/complimentary baggage allowance.
    • Will incur a special unit rate of USD 150 if it exceeds 100cm/39 in length.
  • Other Sports Equipment
    • Other sports equipment will be included in your free/complimentary baggage allowance.
    • Will be subject to a special unit price/flat rate of USD 150/Unit if it exceeds your free/complimentary baggage allowance limits.

Note: If your trip comprises multiple airline partners, the baggage rules and fees may vary. For additional information, refer to the websites below:

  • All Nippon Airways
  • Lufthansa Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • Thai Smile Airways Baggage Policy

Thai Airways Baggage Policy for Sports Equipment

The Thai Airways baggage policy allows you to carry most sports equipment as part of your free/complimentary baggage allowance. 

  • Surfboards and windsurfing equipment cannot be included in your free/complimentary baggage allowance, unless you’re travelling to/from New Zealand or Australia, or to/from Denpasar Bali (DPS) if you purchased your ticket in Japan. 
  • For surfboards and windsurfing equipment and any other sporting equipment that exceeds your free/complimentary baggage allowance, the excess baggage charges will be as follows:
  • For domestic flights within Thailand, per-kilo excess baggage charges will apply. 
  • For international flights (incl. those connecting with international flights where the equipment is checked to the final destination), the following special unit price/flat rate will apply:
    • To/from the U.S./Canada USD 150 per unit 
    • Between TC2* and TC3* USD 150 per unit 
    • Within TC3* and between TC3* and the Middle East USD 100 per unit 
  • Surfboard/windsurfing equipment more than 2m long 2x special unit price 

*TC2 = Europe, Middle East, Africa

*TC3 = Australia, New Zealand, Asia

Thai Airways Baggage Policy for Musical Instruments 

The Thai Airways baggage policy for musical instruments allows you to carry a single musical instrument as part of your complimentary baggage allowance if it is up to 100cm/39in in length. If the length of the musical instrument exceeds 100cm/39in, it will incur a special unit rate/flat price of: 

  • USD 150 per unit for:
    • Flights to/from U.S.A./Canada 
    • Flights between TC2 (Europe, Middle East, Africa) and TC3 (Australia, New Zealand, Asia) countries 
  • USD 100 per unit for:
    • Flights wholly within TCS 3 countries (Australia, New Zealand, Asia) 
    • Flights between TC3 (Australia, New Zealand, Asia) and the Middle East

Delayed, Lost, and Damaged Baggage 

If your baggage does not arrive or arrives damaged, you must notify the Thai Baggage Service Office immediately at the airport. After filing your report, you will be issued a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) and a file reference number which you will need to track your baggage and claim reimbursement of expenses or compensation in case your baggage is damaged or missing.

  • The deadline for filing a claim for damaged checked baggage is within 7 days of receiving your baggage. 
  • The deadline for filing a claim for delayed checked baggage is within 21 days from the day it should have arrived. 

Thai Airways Baggage Claim

If your baggage is delayed, damaged, or lost, you must immediately contact the Thai Airways Baggage Service Office at the airport (near the baggage claims area). After you file a report (Property Irregularity Report, PIR), you will be issued a file reference number that you must save to track your baggage or make a claim if required.      

After filing your report, you can track your baggage by phone (at the number provided on the report) or online. You can also claim reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred on necessities such as toiletries and clothing items due to delay in receiving your baggage (subject to original receipts) or to claim compensation if your bag is lost. 

To claim reimbursement or compensation online, you can use the Thai Airways Passenger Property Claim Form. 

Thai Airways Baggage Tracking

You can track your baggage online with the Thai Airways baggage tracking tool immediately after checking your baggage at the airport check-in counter, kiosk, or Bag Drop. The tool is especially useful to track missing or delayed baggage. If you need any assistance to track your baggage or use the tool, contact your nearest Thai Airways office and ask.

Alternatively, you can call the Thai Airways International Lost and Found Department at +662-134-5453. 

Frequently Asked Questions on Thai Airways Baggage Policy, Allowance, & Extra Baggage Charges

The FAQs below provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Thai Airways baggage policy, baggage allowance, and extra baggage charges, so do check them out if we missed anything in the sections above.

What is the Thai Airways additional baggage cost?

Thai Airways additional baggage cost for international flights (except to/from the U.S./Canada) can typically range between USD 12 to 70 per kg, depending on which zone you’re travelling to and from. For details, refer to the section titled Thai Airways Extra Baggage Charges.

What is the Thai Airways baggage allowance in 2023?

The Thai Airways baggage allowance in 2023 for flights to or from the U.S. or Canada is:
a. 2 free checked bags of 70lb/32kg each for First and Business Class. 
b. 2 free checked bags of 50lb/23kg each for Economy Class. 
c. 1 free checked bag of 50lb/23kg for a lap infant.

Frequent flyer members are entitled to 1 extra bag per passenger (in addition to their free/complimentary baggage allowance).

Can I check in 2 bags with Thai Airways?

If you’re travelling on a flight by weight concept, you can check in as many bags as you wish, as long as you don’t exceed your free baggage weight limit (or you’ll be charged for it). 


On piece concept flights to/from U.S.A./Canada, adult passengers, and unaccompanied minors can check in 2 bags in all service classes. However, lap infants (not travelling on a seat) are allowed 1 free checked bag of 50lb/23kg per lap infant.

How much weight is allowed on Thai Airways?

How much weight is allowed on Thai Airways will depend on your route and travel class? On weight concept international flights (excluding to/from U.S./Canada), you’re allowed a free checked baggage allowance of:
a. 110lb/50kg on a First Class (Royal First) ticket
b. 88lb/40kg on a Business Class (Royal Silk) ticket (i.e., Business Class)
c. 88lb/40kg on a Premium Economy ticket
d. 44-77lb/20-35kg on an Economy Class ticket, i.e., 44lb/20kg on a Saver fare, 66lb/30kg on a Flexi fare, and 77lb/35kg on a Full Flexi fare. 
22lb/10kg for a non-seat-occupying lap infant

ROP Silver status members are allowed an extra 22lb/10kg, and ROP and Star Alliance Gold status members are allowed an additional 44lb/20kg. ROP Platinum status members are allowed an extra 66lb/30kg per passenger (free of charge). 

Is Thai Airways strict on luggage?

Yes, Thai Airways is strict on luggage and expects you to travel within your complimentary baggage allowance, or you will be charged for excess baggage.

Can I take 2 bags as checked luggage on Thai Airways?

On weight concept flights, you can bring as many pieces of checked luggage as you like, as long as you don’t exceed your free baggage weight limit (or you’ll be charged for overweight baggage). On piece concept flights (to/from USA or Canada), adult passengers and unaccompanied minors are allowed 2 checked bags per passenger (70lb/32kg each for First and Business Class and 50lb/23kg each for Economy Class). Lap infants, however, are allowed 1 free checked bag (50lb/23kg).

What is the Thai Airways baggage allowance for Economy Class?

Thai Airways baggage allowance for Economy Class is 2 checked bags of up to 50lb/23kg each on piece concept flights to or from the United States or Canada. However, ROP Gold and Platinum members are entitled to bring 1 additional bag in all service classes.

The baggage allowance on other international weight concept flights for Economy Class is 44lb/20kg for Economy Saver, 66lb/30kg for Economy Flexi, and 77lb/35kg for Economy Full Flexi fares.

What is the Thai Airways Business Class baggage allowance?

Thai Airways Business Class (Royal Silk Class) baggage allowance is 2 checked bags of up to 70lb/32kg each per passenger on piece concept flights, such as to or from the United States or Canada. 

The Business Class (Royal Silk Class) baggage allowance on other international flights (by weight concept) is 88lb/40kg per passenger.

What is the Thai Airways baggage allowance for international flights?

The Thai Airways baggage allowance for international flights governed by weight is:
1. 110lb/50kg per passenger for First Class (Royal First).
2. 88lb/40kg per passenger for Business Class (Royal Silk).
3. 88lb/40kg per passenger for Premium Economy.
4. 44lb/20kg for Economy Saver Class.
5. 66lb/30kg for Economy Flexi Class.
6. 77lb/35kg for Economy Full Flexi Class.
Frequent Flyer members are allowed an additional complimentary baggage allowance, depending on membership status.

The Thai Airways baggage allowance for international flights governed by the piece concept, such as flights to/from the U.S. or Canada, is: 
A. 2 free checked bags of 70lb/32kg each for: 
a. First Class 
b. Business Class 
B. 2 free checked bags of 50lb/23kg each for Economy Class
C. 1 free checked bag of 50lb/23kg for a lap infant

Frequent flyers are allowed 1 additional bag per passenger.

What are the Thai Airways baggage fees?

The Thai Airways baggage fees for additional/extra baggage on international flights range between USD 12 – 70 per kg., depending on the zone you’re travelling from and to. For details, refer to the section titled Thai Airways Extra Baggage Charges.

What is the Thai Airways baggage price?

The Thai Airways baggage price is nil if it’s within your baggage allowance limit. If you’re travelling with additional baggage, the baggage price for international flights ranges between USD 12 – 70 per kilogram, depending on the zones you’re travelling between. For exact prices, refer to Thai Airways Extra Baggage Charges (above).

What is the Thai Airways excess baggage cost?

Thai Airways excess baggage cost (i.e., extra baggage cost), depending on the zones you’re travelling between, ranges between USD 12 – 70 per kg. for international weight concept flights. The excess/extra baggage cost for piece concept flights to/from Canada/U.S. is USD 180 per checked bag.

What are the Thai Airways excess baggage fees?

The Thai Airways excess baggage fees for piece concept flights to or from the U.S. or Canada is USD 180 per checked bag. For other international (weight concept) flights, the excess baggage fees range between USD 12 – 70 per kg., depending on the zones you’re travelling within or between.

Tell me about extra baggage purchase on Thai Airways.

You can make an extra baggage purchase on Thai Airways online, by phone, through your travel agent, or at the airport. Purchasing up to 24 hours in advance is 20 – 35% cheaper than purchasing at the airport. 

If you’re purchasing baggage online, you can do it through the Thai Airways website from the Travel Extra tab (Additional Services in some countries) up to 24 hours before departure.

What is the Thai Airways international baggage allowance?

The Thai Airways international baggage allowance for piece concept flights to/from the U.S./Canada is 2 checked bags per passenger. The weight limit per bag is 70lb/32kg for First and Business Class, and 50lb/23kg for Economy Class.

The international baggage allowance for other (weight concept) flights excluding the U.S. and Canada is as follows:
1. First Class 110lb/50kg per passenger.
2. For Business Class (Royal Silk) 88lb/40kg per passenger.
3. For Premium Economy 88lb/40kg per passenger.
4. Economy Saver Class 44lb/20kg per passenger.
5. Economy Flexi Class 66lb/30kg per passenger.
6. Economy Full Flexi Class 77lb/35kg per passenger.

Frequent Flyers are entitled to an additional complimentary baggage allowance, depending on their membership level.

What is the Thai Smile Airways baggage allowance?

The Thai Smile Airways baggage allowance on international routes by weight concept is 88lb/40kg for Premium Class and 66lb/30kg for Economy Class. 

On domestic routes, the Thai Smile Airways baggage allowance is 66lb/30kg for Premium Class and 44lb/20kg for Economy Class.

What are Thai Smile Airways’ excess baggage charges?

The Thai Smile Airways excess baggage charges on international routes by weight concept flights range between USD 12 – 15 per kg (or its equivalent in local currency), depending on the route.

How much checked baggage on Thai Airways is permitted?

How much checked baggage on Thai Airways is permitted will depend on your travel class and route.
On piece concept flights to or from the U.S. or Canada, you can carry up to 2 free checked bags per adult passenger/unaccompanied minor. However, you can purchase extra baggage for USD 180 per bag.

On other international (weight concept) flights, the amount of checked baggage you can bring is also subject to your free/complimentary baggage allowance limit, but you can purchase additional baggage for USD 12 – 70 per kg., depending on which zones your flying between.

What is the excess baggage fee on Thai Airways?

The excess baggage fee on Thai Airways weight concept flights on international routes ranges between USD 12 – 70 per kg, depending on which zones you’re travelling between. The excess baggage fee for piece concept flights (to/from the U.S./Canada) is USD 180 per checked bag (of 50lb/23kg).

What is the hand baggage allowance on Thai Airways?

The hand baggage allowance on Thai Airways for all classes is: 
1. 1 carry-on bag not exceeding 22in x 18in x 10in size and 7kg in weight, and
2. 1 personal item not exceeding 15in x 10in x 5in in size and 1.5kg in weight

How much does extra baggage cost on Thai Airways?

Extra baggage costs between USD 12 – 70 per kg on Thai Airways international flights by weight concept. On piece concept flights (from/to U.S. or Canada), the extra baggage cost is USD 180 per piece of checked bag.

How do I add baggage on Thai Airways?

You can add baggage on Thai Airways by phone, online, through your travel agent, or at the airport. Adding baggage in advance (up to 24 hours before departure) is cheaper and recommended.

What is the Thai Airways additional baggage fee?

The Thai Airways additional baggage fee is USD 180 per piece of checked bag on (piece concept) flights to/from the U.S. or Canada. On other international routes (weight concept), the additional or excess baggage fee ranges between USD 12 – 70 per kilo, depending on the zones you’re travelling to and from.

What is Thai Airways delayed baggage compensation?

The Thai Airways delayed baggage compensation for flights governed by the Montreal Convention is SDR 1,000 (approx. USD 1,470) in most cases. The delayed baggage compensation for trips falling under the Warsaw Convention is SDR 17/~USD 20 per kilogram for checked baggage and SDR 332/~USD 400 for unchecked baggage.

The compensation amount can be higher if you declare a higher value and pay an additional fee at Thai Airways check-in.

What is the Thai Airways domestic flight baggage allowance?

Thai Airways domestic flight baggage allowance for:
1. Royal Silk is 88lb/40kg 
2. Premium Economy is 66lb/30kg 
3. Economy Class is 66lb/30kg  (but 44lb/20kg for L/V/W codes)
4. A lap infant is 22lb/10kg 

Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) Silver members are entitled to an extra 22lb/10kg, and ROP and Star Alliance Gold status members are allowed an additional 44lb/20kg. ROP Platinum status members can bring an additional 66lb/30kg per passenger (free of charge).

What are the Thai Airways excess baggage rates?

The Thai Airways excess baggage rates on international weight concept flights range between USD 12 – 70 per kg., and USD 180 per checked bag on international piece concept flights to or from the U.S. or Canada.

What is the Thai Airways extra baggage price?

The Thai Airways extra baggage price ranges between USD 12 – 70 per kg. on international weight concept flights and USD 180 per checked bag on piece concept flights.

What is the Thai Airways hand baggage allowance?

The Thai Airways hand carry baggage allowance is 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item. The carry-on hand baggage should not exceed 22 x 18 x 10in in size and 7kg in weight, and the personal item should not exceed 15 x 10 x 5in in size and 1.5kg in weight.

What is the Thai Airways international baggage policy?

The Thai Airways international baggage policy works on a weight basis for all international flights except to/from the U.S. or Canada and on a piece basis for all flights to or from the U.S. or Canada.

On international weight concept flights, the complimentary baggage allowance must be within the overall weight limit but you can carry as many bags of any size as you want. However, on international piece concept flights, your complimentary baggage allowance is subject to weight, size, and number limitations.

For details, refer to the section titled Thai Airways Baggage Allowance.

What is the Thai airways international flight baggage allowance?

The Thai Airways international flight baggage allowance for non-U.S./Canada routes is:
1. 110lb/50kg for First Class
2. 88lb/40kg per passenger for Royal Silk Class (i.e., Business Class).
3. 88lb/40kg for Premium Economy
4. 44lb/20kg for Economy Saver Class
5. 66lb/30kg for Economy Flexi Class
6. 77lb/35kg per passenger for Economy Full Flexi Class
7. 22lb/10kg for a lap infant
ROP Silver, ROP and Star Alliance Gold, and ROP Platinum status members are allowed an additional baggage allowance of 22lb/10kg, 44lb/20kg, and 66lb/30kg respectively.

For flights to/from U.S./Canada, each passenger is allowed 2 free checked bags of:
1. 70lb/32kg each for First and Business Class (i.e., Royal First and Royal Silk Class respectively)
2. 50lb/23kg each Economy Class
Lap infants are allowed 1 free checked bag of 50lb/23kg
ROP Gold/Platinum status members are allowed 1 free additional piece in all classes of service.

How do I make a Thai Airways lost baggage claim?

To make a lost baggage claim, you must first file a report (Property Irregularity Report, PIR) with the Thai Airways Baggage Service Office at the airport, after which you will be given a file reference number. If your baggage cannot be found after filing the report, you can claim reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses incurred on necessary toiletries and clothing items due to the delay (you must retain and submit original receipts). If your baggage cannot be found, you can claim compensation for missing baggage through the Thai Airways Passenger Property Claim Form.

What is the Thai Airways lost baggage compensation?

Thai Airways lost baggage compensation will depend on whether your trip falls under the Montreal Convention or Warsaw Convention. 
1. If the Montreal Convention applies to your trip, the lost baggage compensation per passenger in most cases is SDR 1,000 (approx. USD 1,470). The same compensation amount applies to delayed or damaged baggage in most cases.
2. If the Warsaw Convention applies to your trip, the lost baggage compensation for checked baggage (incl. for damaged or delayed baggage) is SDR 17/kg (approx. USD 20/kg) and SDR 332 (approx. USD 400) for unchecked baggage.

Note: If you declare a higher value for your baggage and pay a supplementary fee at check-in, you can claim a higher value in case of delay, loss, or damage. Also, if the value of your baggage is more than the applicable limit, you should consider insuring it before travelling.

What is the Thai Airways lost baggage contact number?

The Thai Airways lost baggage contact number is +662-134-5453. This is the centralized phone number of the airline’s International Lost and Found Department and is open 24/7.

Tell me about Thai Airways lost baggage tracking.

You can track your lost or missing baggage online using the Thai Airways baggage tracking tool. This facility is available immediately after you check in your baggage at the airport’s check-in counter, Bag Drop, or self-service kiosk. Alternatively, you can call the International Lost and Found phone number at +662-134-5453.

What is considered oversize baggage on Thai Airways?

On piece concept flights (U.S./Canada), an oversize baggage piece refers to any checked bag exceeding 158cm/62in combined linear dimensions (L + W + H). On weight concept flights, there’s no size limit for checked bags, so your bag can be as large as you like. However, if you exceed the weight limit, you’ll be charged an overweight baggage fee depending on the zones you’re travelling between.

What is the Thai Airways Economy baggage allowance?

The Thai Airways Economy baggage allowance: 
1. For domestic flights within Thailand 66lb/30kg (but 44lb/20kg for ticket L/V/W codes). 
2. For flights to/from the U.S. or Canada 2 bags of 50lb/23kg and 158cm/62in each 
3. For other international flights 44lb/20kg for Economy Saver
4. 66lb/30kg for Economy Flexi
5. 77lb/35kg for Economy Full Flexi

What is the Thai Airways Business Class baggage allowance?

The Thai Airways Business Class baggage allowance:
1. For domestic flights within Thailand, there’s no Business Class but a Premium Economy, for which the complimentary baggage allowance is 66lb/30kg per passenger.
2. For flights from/to the U.S. or Canada is 2 bags of 70lb/32kg and 158cm/62in each.
3. For other international flights is 88lb/40kg per passenger.

What is the infant baggage allowance on Thai Airways?

The infant baggage allowance on Thai Airways is: 
1. 1 checked bag (50lb/23kg and 115cm/45in) on flights to/from the U.S./Canada
2. 22lb/10kg for domestic flights within Thailand
3. 22lb/10kg for other international flights

Tell me about Thai Airways oversize baggage.

Thai Airways oversize baggage limits apply only to the following baggage items on piece concept flights (to/from the U.S. or Canada):
1. Checked bags, which must not exceed 158cm/62in combined linear dimensions for adult passengers and unaccompanied minors in all service classes.
2. Checked bags for lap infants, which must not exceed 115cm/45in combined linear dimensions in all service classes.

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