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Emirates Baggage Policy: Los Angeles to Dubai

Route: LAX → DXB · Nonstop available

Last verified: May 2026 · Source: Emirates official website

Quick Answer

Carry-On
55x38x22 cm (22x15x8 inches), 7 kg (15 lbs) max for Economy
Personal Item
Economy is permitted 1 piece of carry-on baggage
First Checked Bag
Included in fare (free) for standard allowance
Second Checked Bag
Included in fare for Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus on piece concept routes

Detailed Baggage Allowance

CategoryDetails
Carry-On55x38x22 cm (22x15x8 inches), 7 kg (15 lbs) max for Economy
Personal ItemEconomy is permitted 1 piece of carry-on baggage. First/Business are permitted 2 pieces (1 briefcase + 1 handbag/garment bag). Briefcase max 45x35x20 cm.
Checked Bag AllowanceWeight concept (most routes): Special 20kg, Saver 25kg, Flex 30kg, Flex Plus 35kg. Piece concept (Americas/Africa): Special 1 bag (23kg), Saver/Flex/Flex Plus 2 bags (23kg each). Business/First: 40kg/50kg or 2 bags (32kg each).
First Bag FeeIncluded in fare (free) for standard allowance. Additional bags/weight vary by route (e.g., $225 from Americas to Middle East).
Second Bag FeeIncluded in fare for Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus on piece concept routes. Additional bags vary by route (e.g., $225 from Americas to Middle East).
Overweight Fee$75 for flights to/from Americas and Africa; CAD 95 for flights to/from Canada
Oversized Fee$75 for flights to/from Americas and Africa; CAD 95 for flights to/from Canada
Max Weight32 kg
Max Dimensions300 cm linear (L+W+H) for weight concept; 150 cm linear for piece concept

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Accepted as part of standard baggage allowance. Total dimensions must not exceed 300 cm (118 inches). Scuba tanks must be empty.

Musical Instruments

No special free allowance. Must be handled as normal checked or cabin baggage, or transported on a paid-for seat in the cabin.

International Baggage Rules

Uses weight concept for most routes (allowance based on total weight, unlimited pieces). Uses piece concept for flights to/from Americas and Africa (allowance based on number of bags).

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1. Buy extra baggage allowance online up to 4 hours before departure for a 50-60% discount. 2. Join Emirates Skywards for extra baggage allowance on weight concept routes. 3. Use Cash+Miles to pay for excess baggage. 4. Ensure individual bags do not exceed 32kg to avoid cargo fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emirates's baggage allowance for Los Angeles to Dubai?

Carry-on: 55x38x22 cm (22x15x8 inches), 7 kg (15 lbs) max for Economy. Checked bags: Weight concept (most routes): Special 20kg, Saver 25kg, Flex 30kg, Flex Plus 35kg.

How much does Emirates charge for checked bags on LAX-DXB?

First bag: Included in fare (free) for standard allowance. Additional bags/weight vary by route (e.g., $225 from Americas to Middle East).. Second bag: Included in fare for Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus on piece concept routes. Additional bags vary by route (e.g., $225 from Americas to Middle East)..

Does Emirates include free checked bags in economy?

Yes — Weight concept (most routes): Special 20kg, Saver 25kg, Flex 30kg, Flex Plus 35kg.

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Last verified: May 2026. Baggage policies are subject to change. Always confirm with Emirates before travel.

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