Air Tanzania Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

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Pay in advance for excess baggage through Manage My Booking on airtanzania.co.tz. Air Tanzania charges excess baggage by weight: USD 8.00 per kg within Africa, USD 15.00 per kg between Africa and Asia, and TZS 8,000 per kg on domestic flights. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage PolicyOfficial website

Updated Sep 2, 2026

Air Tanzania Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Free allowance varies by route; domestic 1 piece, international piece-based with Comoros exception.

LabelAmountNotes
Domestic1 × 23 kg
  • Verbatim table on /baggage: row '1 Free Bag' and row '23 KG' under 'Domestic Routes' / 'Economy Class'
International – Africa2 × 23 kg
  • Verbatim: '2PC @ 23 KG' under 'International – Africa Continent' / 'Economy Class'
International – Comoros2 × 15 kg
  • Verbatim: '2PC @ 15 KG' under 'International – Africa Continent (COMORO ISLANDS)' / 'Economy Class'
International – Between Africa and Other Continents2 × 23 kg
  • Verbatim: '2PC @ 23 KG' under 'International – Between Africa to Other Continents' / 'Economy Class'

Carry-on baggage

All cabins

  • Hand luggage7 kg
    • Verbatim on official Baggage Allowance page: '7kgs free as a hand luggage' preceded by 'Hand Luggage Allowance'; no cabin dimensions published on rendered pages — checked second official page as cross-check

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Air Tanzania

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to www.airtanzania.co.tz and click 'VIEW MY BOOKING' (or open 'My Trip' from the menu).
  2. Enter your booking PNR and surname, then click 'View Booking'.
  3. In Manage My Booking, select 'Pay in advance for excess baggage' for your flight.
  4. Choose the excess baggage option you need and review the applicable charge.
  5. Complete payment and keep the confirmation email as proof of your purchased baggage allowance.

Prices

Air Tanzania uses a weight-based system: extra baggage is charged per kilogram above the free allowance, with rates depending on the route.

LabelAmountNotes
Africa ↔ AfricaUSD 8.00 per kg
  • Free allowance on Africa routes: 2 pieces x 23kg (Economy and Business).
Africa ↔ AsiaUSD 15.00 per kg
  • Free allowance between Africa and other continents: 2 x 23kg Economy / 3 x 23kg Business.
Tanzania (domestic)TZS 8,000 per kg
  • Free allowance on domestic routes: 1 bag x 23kg Economy / 1 bag x 30kg Business.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online?

Yes. After retrieving your booking in Manage My Booking on airtanzania.co.tz (PNR + surname), you can pay in advance for excess baggage. Air Tanzania's excess charges are weight-based, per kilogram.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Go to www.airtanzania.co.tz, click 'VIEW MY BOOKING', enter your booking PNR and surname, then choose to pay in advance for excess baggage in Manage My Booking. Excess baggage can also be paid for at the airport before check-in.

How does Air Tanzania calculate extra baggage charges?

Air Tanzania uses a weight-based system: baggage above the free allowance is charged per kilogram. Rates are USD 8.00 per kg within Africa, USD 15.00 per kg between Africa and Asia, and TZS 8,000 per kg on domestic Tanzania routes. No fixed per-piece extra bag fee is published.

What is the free baggage allowance?

Domestic routes: 1 bag x 23kg (Economy) or 1 bag x 30kg (Business). International within Africa: 2 pieces x 23kg. Comoros: 2 pieces x 15kg. Between Africa and other continents: 2 pieces x 23kg (Economy) or 3 pieces x 23kg (Business).

When should I pay for extra baggage?

Air Tanzania recommends paying in advance through Manage My Booking so the charge is settled before you travel. The airline does not publish a specific cutoff time for online excess baggage payment; excess baggage can also be paid at the airport.

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Excess weight above the free allowance is charged per kilogram (USD 8.00 within Africa, USD 15.00 between Africa and Asia, TZS 8,000 domestic). Special items such as bicycles, golf, fishing or diving equipment require advance reservation with the Air Tanzania Cargo office (+255 754 334 898) and a handling fee applies. Firearms and ammunition are not allowed on the airline's aircraft.

What payment methods are accepted?

Credit and debit cards, mobile payment, or payment at an Air Tanzania sales office. Fares and charges are quoted in Tanzanian Shillings or US Dollars.

Can I get a refund for extra baggage if I change or cancel my booking?

The airline does not publish a specific refund policy for prepaid excess baggage. Only bookings purchased directly from airtanzania.co.tz can be modified or refunded through Manage My Booking; bookings made via travel agents must be handled by the agent.

Are there any important exceptions or restrictions?

Fish buckets are charged as special baggage on domestic routes (10L TZS 23,000 / 20L TZS 30,000) and are issued at the airport only. A passenger's own wheelchair is free except on flights from Mumbai (USD 30) and Dubai (USD 90). Valued items such as gold, jewellery, laptops and cash are not accepted as checked baggage.

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