Finnair Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Finnair allows one personal item and one carry-on for most fares, with a combined weight limit of 8 kg in Economy. Checked bags are not included in Light or Superlight fares, and fees vary by route and time of purchase.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Finnair (AY) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 55x40x23 cm (21.7x15.7x9.1 in), combined weight with small bag 8 kg (17.6 lb) in Economy/Premium Economy, 12 kg (26.5 lb) in Business |
| Personal Item | 1 small bag: 40x30x15 cm (15.7x11.8x5.9 in), must fit under seat. Combined weight with carry-on is 8 kg or 12 kg depending on class. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy Superlight/Light: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 1-2 bags (23 kg). Business: 1-3 bags (23-32 kg depending on route). |
| First Bag Fee | $70-$90 USD for Europe/North America flights at airport, cheaper if prepaid |
| Second Bag Fee | $110 USD for North America flights at airport, €90 for Europe flights |
| Overweight Fee | $95 USD for intercontinental flights, €65 for Europe flights (for bags 23-32 kg) |
| Oversized Fee | $95 USD for intercontinental flights, €65 for Europe flights |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 90x75x45 cm (35x30x18 in) standard, up to 190x75x65 cm (75x29.5x25.5 in) for oversized |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Bicycles: €73-€140 prepaid. Golf/Skiing: Standard bag if under 23 kg and 190 cm, otherwise heavy/oversized fees apply. Finnair Plus Platinum/Lumo get 1 free golf/ski/diving set.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (up to 125 cm width+length+height) allowed as carry-on if within weight limit. Large instruments require prior approval or extra seat.
International Rules
North America: 1 bag (23 kg) in Economy Classic/Flex. Asia/Middle East: 1 bag (23 kg) in Economy. Japan: 1 bag (23 kg) in Economy. Business class gets 2-3 bags up to 32 kg each depending on route.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Pay for extra bags online in advance to save money. 2. Join Finnair Plus; Silver members get 50% off extra bags, Gold/Platinum get 1 free extra bag. 3. Book Classic or Flex fares instead of Light/Superlight. 4. Pack light to stay under the strict 8 kg combined carry-on weight limit.
Unique Nuances
Finnair has a strict combined weight limit for carry-on and personal items (8 kg for Economy). They offer a Superlight ticket on European flights that only includes a small personal item. Finnair Plus Platinum and Platinum Lumo members can carry a set of golf, skiing, or diving equipment for free.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Finnair charge for checked bags?
- Finnair charges $70-$90 USD for Europe/North America flights at airport, cheaper if prepaid for the first checked bag and $110 USD for North America flights at airport, €90 for Europe flights for the second bag.
- What is Finnair's carry-on bag size limit?
- Finnair carry-on allowance: 55x40x23 cm (21.7x15.7x9.1 in), combined weight with small bag 8 kg (17.6 lb) in Economy/Premium Economy, 12 kg (26.5 lb) in Business. 1 small bag: 40x30x15 cm (15.7x11.8x5.9 in), must fit under seat. Combined weight with carry-on is 8 kg or 12 kg depending on class.
- Does Finnair include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Finnair does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Superlight/Light: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 1-2 bags (23 kg). Business: 1-3 bags (23-32 kg depending on route).
- What is Finnair's overweight baggage fee?
- $95 USD for intercontinental flights, €65 for Europe flights (for bags 23-32 kg)
- Can I bring sports equipment on Finnair?
- Bicycles: €73-€140 prepaid. Golf/Skiing: Standard bag if under 23 kg and 190 cm, otherwise heavy/oversized fees apply. Finnair Plus Platinum/Lumo get 1 free golf/ski/diving set.
- What are Finnair baggage fees?
- Finnair baggage fees are $70-$90 USD for Europe/North America flights at airport, cheaper if prepaid for the first checked bag and $110 USD for North America flights at airport, €90 for Europe flights for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $95 USD for intercontinental flights, €65 for Europe flights (for bags 23-32 kg). North America: 1 bag (23 kg) in Economy Classic/Flex. Asia/Middle East: 1 bag (23 kg) in Economy. Japan: 1 bag (23 kg) in Economy. Business class gets 2-3 bags up to 32 kg each depending on route.