FlySafair Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

FA / SFR · South Africa

Add a 20kg checked bag, a second bag, or sports equipment online through My Booking at flat per-bag rates, with the first checked bag cheaper online than at the airport. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 3, 2026

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on FlySafair

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to flysafair.co.za and open the My Booking portal (linked as 'Change Your Booking' in the site footer), then enter your booking reference and the last name of one of the travellers.
  2. Select the option to add a bag at the top of the booking page and choose the item you need: checked-in bag, extra bag, or sports equipment.
  3. Follow the prompts to complete payment online using the payment options presented on the website.
  4. Alternatively, if you have not booked yet, add a 20kg checked bag on the Extras page during the online flight booking process.
  5. After payment, the updated baggage allowance is reflected on your booking and confirmation.

Prices

Flat per-bag fees. The first 20kg checked bag is cheaper online (R155) than at the airport (R350); a second 20kg bag costs R250 through any channel.

LabelAmountNotes
First 20kg checked bag (online)R155
  • Available on the Extras page during booking or via the My Booking portal.
  • Same price through the call centre (087 357 0030), which adds a R200 service fee.
  • Maximum dimensions 90 x 75 x 43 cm; only one checked piece allowed per ticket.
First 20kg checked bag (at airport)R350
  • Payable at check-in when a bag was not added in advance.
Second 20kg bag (extra luggage)R250
  • Same price online and at the airport.
  • Only available if you already have checked luggage in your basket or on your booking.
  • Maximum dimensions 90 x 75 x 43 cm.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. You can add a checked bag, an extra bag or sports equipment online through the My Booking portal (enter your booking reference and last name), or on the Extras page while completing a new booking.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Buy it online in My Booking at flysafair.co.za, by phone on 087 357 0030 (a R200 service fee applies), or at the airport at check-in, where the first checked bag costs R350 instead of the R155 online rate.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online in advance vs at the airport?

Yes, for the first checked bag: R155 online versus R350 at the airport. The second 20kg bag costs R250 both online and at the airport. The call centre charges the same prices as online plus a R200 service fee.

What are the bag limits for FlySafair flights?

Each checked bag may weigh up to 20kg and measure up to 90 x 75 x 43 cm. A 20kg checked bag is sold one piece per booking, and a second 20kg bag can be added as extra luggage if you already have checked luggage on the booking. Every fare includes one free carry-on bag up to 7kg (56 x 36 x 23 cm) plus one small personal item (40 x 15 x 20 cm).

When is the best time to buy extra baggage online?

FlySafair does not publish a specific online cutoff time, but bags bought online in advance cost R155 versus R350 at the airport, so add your bag before arriving at the airport to get the cheaper rate.

How does FlySafair calculate extra baggage charges?

FlySafair charges flat per-bag fees rather than weight-based scaling: R155 for the first 20kg checked bag online (R350 at the airport), R250 for a second 20kg bag, R285 per sports equipment item, and a flat R250 heavy-bag fee for any bag over 20kg.

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Any checked bag over 20kg attracts a fixed heavy-bag fee of R250 per piece at the airport, and bags over 32kg must be sent as cargo at your own expense. Carry-on bags over 7kg are charged R350 at the airport, and oversized cabin bags may attract a fine at the boarding gate.

Are there any important exceptions or restrictions I should know?

An extra bag can only be added if you already have checked luggage in your basket or on your booking. FlySafair does not transport live animals. Firearms (R1,150) must be booked at least 72 hours before travel and are limited to Standard/Premium fares on selected domestic routes.

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