Aeroflot Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Aeroflot allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item for free. Checked bags are included in most fares except Economy Lite, with fees starting around $84/€80 for the first bag.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Aeroflot (SU) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | Economy/Comfort: 1 piece up to 10 kg, 55x40x25 cm. Business: 1 piece up to 15 kg, 55x40x25 cm. |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: up to 5 kg and 80 cm linear dimensions. Includes rucksack, handbag, or briefcase. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy Lite: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Saver/Promo: 1 bag (23 kg). Comfort: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | $84-$100 or €80-€100 depending on route and payment time (online vs airport) for Economy Lite. |
| Second Bag Fee | $84-$100 or €80-€100 depending on route and payment time (online vs airport). |
| Overweight Fee | $125/€125 for 23-32 kg, $200/€200 for 32-50 kg on international flights. 2500-6000 RUB on domestic flights. |
| Oversized Fee | $125/€125 for 158-203 cm, $200/€200 for over 203 cm on international flights. 2500-6000 RUB on domestic flights. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Ski, snowboard, hockey, bike, golf, and fishing equipment count as 1 piece of baggage and are included in the free baggage allowance. Excess fees apply if allowance is exceeded.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments allowed as carry-on if within limits. Large instruments require a purchased extra seat or checked baggage fees apply.
International Rules
Free baggage allowance exceptions apply on certain routes: 2 pieces (23 kg each) in Economy between Tel Aviv and NY/Washington, Tokyo and Moscow/St. Petersburg, and to/from Delhi, Beijing, Shanghai. Business class gets 3 pieces (32 kg each) between Tokyo and Moscow/St. Petersburg.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Book Economy Classic or higher to get a free checked bag. 2. Pay for excess baggage online up to 24 hours before departure for discounted rates. 3. Join Aeroflot Bonus (Silver/Gold/Platinum) or SkyTeam Elite/Elite Plus for 1-2 extra free bags.
Unique Nuances
Aeroflot allows up to 50 kg for overweight bags on international flights (for a fee), which is higher than the standard 32 kg limit of most airlines. They also offer specific free baggage exceptions for flights to/from Tokyo, Delhi, Beijing, and Shanghai.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Aeroflot charge for checked bags?
- Aeroflot charges $84-$100 or €80-€100 depending on route and payment time (online vs airport) for Economy Lite. for the first checked bag and $84-$100 or €80-€100 depending on route and payment time (online vs airport). for the second bag.
- What is Aeroflot's carry-on bag size limit?
- Aeroflot carry-on allowance: Economy/Comfort: 1 piece up to 10 kg, 55x40x25 cm. Business: 1 piece up to 15 kg, 55x40x25 cm.. 1 personal item: up to 5 kg and 80 cm linear dimensions. Includes rucksack, handbag, or briefcase.
- Does Aeroflot include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Aeroflot does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Lite: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Saver/Promo: 1 bag (23 kg). Comfort: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each).
- What is Aeroflot's overweight baggage fee?
- $125/€125 for 23-32 kg, $200/€200 for 32-50 kg on international flights. 2500-6000 RUB on domestic flights.
- Can I bring sports equipment on Aeroflot?
- Ski, snowboard, hockey, bike, golf, and fishing equipment count as 1 piece of baggage and are included in the free baggage allowance. Excess fees apply if allowance is exceeded.
- What are Aeroflot baggage fees?
- Aeroflot baggage fees are $84-$100 or €80-€100 depending on route and payment time (online vs airport) for Economy Lite. for the first checked bag and $84-$100 or €80-€100 depending on route and payment time (online vs airport). for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $125/€125 for 23-32 kg, $200/€200 for 32-50 kg on international flights. 2500-6000 RUB on domestic flights.. Free baggage allowance exceptions apply on certain routes: 2 pieces (23 kg each) in Economy between Tel Aviv and NY/Washington, Tokyo and Moscow/St. Petersburg, and to/from Delhi, Beijing, Shanghai. Business class gets 3 pieces (32 kg each) between Tokyo and Moscow/St. Petersburg.