Azul Brazilian Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Azul Brazilian Airlines allows 1 carry-on bag (10 kg) and 1 personal item for free. Checked bags are not included in the lowest fares, with the first bag starting at $35 USD for domestic flights when purchased in advance.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Azul Brazilian Airlines (AD) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 55x35x25 cm (up to 115 cm total), 10 kg max |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 45x35x20 cm (up to 100 cm total), no weight restriction. Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | MaisAzul fare includes 1 bag (23 kg). Topázio level gets 1 free bag, Safira gets 2 free bags (1 in South America), Diamante gets 3 free bags (2 in South America). |
| First Bag Fee | $35 USD (R$ 213.50) advance purchase, $40 USD (R$ 244.00) last-minute for domestic flights |
| Second Bag Fee | $40 USD advance / $44 last-minute for domestic; $44 advance / $56 last-minute for US/Europe/South America |
| Overweight Fee | $50 USD for domestic, $150 USD for US/Europe, $60 USD for Latin America (applies to oversized or overweight bags) |
| Oversized Fee | $50 USD for domestic, $150 USD for US/Europe, $60 USD for Latin America (applies to oversized or overweight bags) |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Some items (fishing equipment, tennis rackets, bowling bags) are included in standard allowance. Bicycles, surfboards, and diving equipment require a special fee: BRL 250 domestic, BRL 370 South America, BRL 790 US/Europe. Surfboards max length 3.20m (1.90m on ATR flights).
Musical Instruments
Must be transported in a rigid case. Guitars and violins can replace the 10 kg carry-on allowance. Larger instruments like bass drums, double basses, tubas, and cellos require a special luggage fee (BRL 250 domestic, BRL 370 South America, BRL 790 US/Europe).
International Rules
For US/Europe flights, 1st bag is $40 advance / $44 last-minute. For South America, 1st bag is $44 advance / $56 last-minute. Max weight is 23 kg, but Europe flights limit excess weight to 32 kg, while US/Latin America allow up to 45 kg.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Purchase the MaisAzul fare which includes one 23 kg checked bag. 2. Buy baggage allowance more than 48 hours before your flight to get the advance purchase discount. 3. Join the Azul loyalty program (Topázio level or higher) for free checked bags. 4. Ensure your carry-on is under 10 kg to avoid forced gate-checking fees.
Unique Nuances
Azul allows a 15-inch MacBook Pro only if it has been checked for the battery recall issue. Bicycles must have handlebars folded and pedals removed, and trying to pack two bikes in one case may incur double fees. Surfboards are limited to 1.90m on smaller ATR aircraft flights.