Korean Air Baggage Guide & Official Links

KE / KAL · South Korea

Find official Korean Air baggage rules, booking links, and related service information before you fly.

Official website

Updated Mar 20, 2026

See baggage rulesBuy extra baggage
OfficialApp purchase: Yes

Steps

  1. Go to Korean Air website (www.koreanair.com) and log in to your account
  2. Click 'My Trips' tab
  3. Find your booking and click the [More] button
  4. Select [Excess Baggage] option
  5. Select the passenger(s) who need extra baggage
  6. Enter the number of additional bags needed
  7. Click 'Calculate' to view the fees
  8. Complete payment online

Prices

Charge TypePricesNotes
Extra checked bagKRW 200,000 / USD 200 / CAD 200 / IDR 2,860,000
  • 📐 Billing: Price varies by route and cabin class; check online calculator or Manage Booking for exact pricing
  • 📦 Limits: Applies from 2nd bag for certain routes, from 3rd bag for others
  • ⏰ Timing: Online pre-purchase is generally cheaper than airport purchase
Overweight bag chargeKRW 100,000-200,000 / USD 100-200 / CAD 100-200 / IDR 1,430,000-2,860,000
  • 📦 Limits: 24-32 kg: lower rate; over 32-45 kg: higher rate
  • 📐 Billing: Per piece charge
Oversized bag chargeKRW 200,000-400,000 / USD 200-400 / CAD 200-400 / IDR 2,860,000-5,720,000
  • 📦 Limits: 159-203 cm: lower rate; 203-292 cm: higher rate
  • 📐 Billing: Per piece charge
  • ⚠️ Exceptions: 203-292 cm only applies to special baggage (sports equipment, musical instruments) with prior approval

Notes

  • 💰 Pricing: Extra baggage fees vary by route, cabin class, and departure country; use online calculator for exact pricing
  • 💰 Pricing: Online pre-purchase is generally cheaper than airport purchase
  • 💳 Payment: Prices displayed in KRW (Korea), USD (U.S.), CAD (Canada), IDR (Indonesia), or local currency for other departures
  • 📦 Limits: Maximum weight 32 kg (70 lb) per piece for most countries; maximum size 158 cm (62 in) total linear dimensions
  • 📦 Limits: Overweight fees apply for 24-32 kg and over 32-45 kg; oversize fees apply for 159-203 cm and 203-292 cm
  • 📦 Limits: Baggage measuring 203-292 cm only applies to special baggage (sports equipment, musical instruments) with prior approval
  • 🔗 Interline: Codeshare flights may apply partner airline's baggage policy; check in advance
  • 📱 Channels: Available via website (My Trips) and mobile app (Korean Air My App)
  • ⏰ Timing: Can purchase in advance through My Trips; online pre-purchase available depending on fare class
  • ⚠️ Exceptions: Economy (Saver) seats may have restrictions; availability varies by segment
  • ⚠️ Exceptions: Some routes/flights do not support online excess baggage purchase
  • ⚠️ Exceptions: For more than 4 checked bags or multi-city itineraries, contact Service Center
  • 🛡️ Refund: Per U.S. DOT regulations, excess baggage fee refund available if baggage is delayed 15+ hours (flights under 12 hours) or 30+ hours (flights over 12 hours) on Americas routes
  • 🚫 Exceptions: Commercial items on U.S.-bound flights must comply with U.S. CBP regulations; transportation of commercial items not permitted at ATL airport except for personal belongings

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