GOL Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
GOL Airlines allows 1 carry-on (10 kg) and 1 personal item for free. Checked bags start at R$ 50 (approx $10) for domestic flights on Light fares.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | GOL Airlines (G3) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 55x35x25 cm, 10 kg max |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item that fits under the seat (e.g., purse, laptop bag, small backpack) |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Light/Promo: 0 bags. Plus: 1 bag (23 kg). Max/Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | R$ 50 (approx $10) domestic, $15 international in advance |
| Second Bag Fee | R$ 70 (approx $14) domestic, $35 international in advance |
| Overweight Fee | R$ 149 domestic, $100 international for bags 23-32 kg |
| Oversized Fee | R$ 149 domestic, $100 international for bags over 158 cm |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Accepted as checked baggage if within standard size/weight limits. Oversize/overweight fees apply if exceeded.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments allowed as carry-on if within limits. Large instruments require a purchased seat or checked as baggage.
International Rules
Premium Economy gets 2 free bags. Overweight fee is $8/kg or $100 for 23-32kg. Max weight is 32 kg.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Buy baggage in advance online. 2. Book Plus or Max fare if checking bags. 3. Join Smiles loyalty program.
Unique Nuances
GOL uses a piece concept but charges per kg for excess weight (R$25/kg domestic, $8/kg international). Max weight is 45 kg domestic but only 32 kg international.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does GOL Airlines charge for checked bags?
- GOL Airlines charges R$ 50 (approx $10) domestic, $15 international in advance for the first checked bag and R$ 70 (approx $14) domestic, $35 international in advance for the second bag.
- What is GOL Airlines's carry-on bag size limit?
- GOL Airlines carry-on allowance: 55x35x25 cm, 10 kg max. 1 personal item that fits under the seat (e.g., purse, laptop bag, small backpack)
- Does GOL Airlines include free checked bags in economy?
- No, GOL Airlines does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Light/Promo: 0 bags. Plus: 1 bag (23 kg). Max/Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each).
- What is GOL Airlines's overweight baggage fee?
- R$ 149 domestic, $100 international for bags 23-32 kg
- Can I bring sports equipment on GOL Airlines?
- Accepted as checked baggage if within standard size/weight limits. Oversize/overweight fees apply if exceeded.
- What are GOL Airlines baggage fees?
- GOL Airlines baggage fees are R$ 50 (approx $10) domestic, $15 international in advance for the first checked bag and R$ 70 (approx $14) domestic, $35 international in advance for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of R$ 149 domestic, $100 international for bags 23-32 kg. Premium Economy gets 2 free bags. Overweight fee is $8/kg or $100 for 23-32kg. Max weight is 32 kg.