The checked baggage you are allowed to bring in the hold varies depending on your airline, travel class (economy, business or first) and the options associated with your ticket. In general, you are allowed to bring one suitcase weighing up to 23 kg, with total dimensions under 158 cm (height + width + length). Does your baggage exceed these guidelines? That means you have oversized or special baggage. Discover our tips for transporting these baggage items.
How can you prepare the transport of your oversized baggage?
Special conditions apply if your baggage is too large or too heavy.
This is often the case for:
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Sports equipment like surfboards and skis
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Musical instruments like a violin or drum
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Packages and boxes containing multiple items
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Firearms and their ammunition for hunting and competition
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Sports equipment like surfboards and skis
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Musical instruments like a violin or drum
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Packages and boxes containing multiple items
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Firearms and their ammunition for hunting and competition
Many airlines offer a dedicated service for this type of item. During booking or occasionally at the airport, you can add this option and pay any applicable surcharge.
Important! Some special baggage items require
prior approval for their transport.
Contact your airline for more information.
How can you prepare and protect your oversized baggage?
To best prepare your oversized baggage, you must first ensure the quality of its packaging, protection and the conditions that apply to its transport. For example, special cases are available to facilitate and secure the transport of skis. Other items like bicycles and scooters may only be transported under certain conditions (removable batteries and parts).
Next, don’t forget your label! Your full name, telephone number and complete address should be visibly displayed on your label. This will make it easy to identify your baggage in case it is lost or stolen.
Lastly, consider bringing the original or a copy of the purchase or rental receipt for your equipment. This document will prove that it is not a stolen object if you are asked at customs.
No baggage item should be packed with rudimentary materials like a soft plastic bag or removable film.
These packages without handles may cause handling problems for our staff or get stuck in our baggage sorting equipment. For this reason, they will be refused by your airline during check-in.
Certified by Paris Aéroport, the company Bag Wrap offers a service to wrap your baggage and accessories with a hygienic and sturdy film.
Get complete information about the Bag Wrap service
Where should you drop off your oversized baggage prior to departure?
The big day is here! Your ticket is booked and your oversized baggage is packed and labelled in accordance with your airline’s guidelines. You have two solutions for its drop-off:
If you did not check in online
Proceed first to the appropriate counter for your flight and complete the
check-in process. Once you have checked in, you will be directed to the special drop-off area for oversized baggage.
If you already checked in online
Proceed to the counter marked "Baggage Drop-off", which is located near the other counters. You will then be directed to the special drop-off area for oversized baggage.
Once you have completed your check-in process, discover the full
Paris Aéroport experience. From the art of fine dining to a bit of shopping, you can enjoy a moment of relaxation in our terminals.
How should you collect your oversized baggage upon arrival?
Just like at drop-off, your oversized baggage receives special treatment. You will be able to collect your item in a special area. Contact the airport staff in the arrivals area to find its exact location.
Have you already collected your baggage? We hope you have a wonderful trip. If you cannot find your baggage, contact your airline for complete information on its status.