Question 1

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Extra luggage can be paid for on the flyredwings.com website, via the Contact Centre, or at a ticket agency; within 24 hours of departure the airport check-in counter is also available.

Question 2

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Accepted Answer

On the flyredwings.com website (My bookings), via the 24/7 Contact Centre (+7 495 933-03-09, +7 495 212-12-51), at a ticket agency, or at the airport check-in counter. Pieces of 23-32 kg and oversized items over 158 cm can only be arranged via the Contact Centre or a ticket agency.

Question 3

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

Accepted Answer

Advance rates apply more than 24 hours before the flight. The airline recommends paying online at least 3 hours before departure; paying later online or at the airport results in a higher fee.

Question 4

How does the airline calculate extra baggage charges?

Accepted Answer

Charges depend on the weight band of each extra piece (up to 10 kg, 10-23 kg, 23-32 kg within 158 cm total dimensions), the route zone (domestic Russia, international, Israel/Turkey/Georgia, Uzbekistan), and how far in advance you pay. All published rates are starting prices ("from"). On connecting flights extra luggage is charged per leg of the itinerary.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. The airline advertises savings of up to 20% for buying online, and the published tables show lower rates more than 24 hours before departure than within 24 hours or at the airport (for example, a 10-23 kg extra piece on domestic flights is from 2 700 RUB in advance versus from 3 500 RUB within 24 hours).

Question 6

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?

Accepted Answer

Each extra checked piece must fit within 158 cm total dimensions (length + width + height); pieces over 158 cm require airline approval. The heaviest published band is 23-32 kg per piece. Hand luggage is limited to 5 kg within 40x30x20 cm (upgradeable to 10 kg within 55x40x25 cm). All checked luggage must be presented for weighing at check-in. The airline publishes no maximum number of extra pieces per passenger.

Question 7

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Accepted Answer

Overweight of 1-9 kg on an existing piece is charged at the airport only (from 2 400 RUB / from 3 000 RUB depending on route zone). Items with total dimensions over 158 cm are charged an oversize fee (from 6 000 RUB) and require airline approval; they can only be arranged via the Contact Centre or a ticket agency, not self-service online.

Question 8

Do partner-operated or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

Accepted Answer

On flights where Red Wings is the marketing partner, the operating carrier's baggage rules apply instead.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

If a passenger declines the extra baggage service, the amount paid is refunded minus a deduction: voluntary refunds requested no later than 24 hours before the end of check-in incur 0%, before the end of check-in 50%, and after check-in ends 100%. Involuntary refunds incur no deduction (0%) in all cases.

Question 10

Are there any important exceptions or restrictions I should know?

Accepted Answer

Hand luggage found at the boarding gate exceeding 40x30x20 cm incurs a surcharge from 3 700 RUB and must be checked in. Duty-free purchases beyond one sealed 40x30x20 cm bag (max 2 kg) cost 1 200 RUB per additional package. If the passenger refuses to pay for extra or hand luggage, the airline may refuse to carry it.

Label	Amount	Notes
Light fare	See official pricing	No free checked baggage included; every checked piece must be paid for as extra luggage.
Standard fare	1 piece up to 20 kg, 158 cm total dimensions
Maximum fare	1 piece up to 20 kg plus 1 piece up to 10 kg, each within 158 cm total dimensions

Label	Amount	Notes
Up to 10 kg	from 1 700 RUB domestic / from 2 600 RUB international / from 3 200 RUB Israel, Turkey, Georgia / from 2 000 RUB Uzbekistan
10-23 kg	from 2 700 RUB domestic / from 3 800 RUB international / from 4 400 RUB Israel, Turkey, Georgia / from 3 000 RUB Uzbekistan
23-32 kg	from 3 700 RUB domestic / from 5 000 RUB international / from 5 000 RUB Israel, Turkey, Georgia / from 4 000 RUB Uzbekistan	Only available via the Contact Centre or a ticket agency, not self-service online.

Label	Amount	Notes
Up to 10 kg	from 2 500 RUB domestic / from 4 200 RUB international / from 5 200 RUB Israel, Turkey, Georgia / from 2 500 RUB Uzbekistan
10-23 kg	from 3 500 RUB domestic / from 4 800 RUB international / from 5 800 RUB Israel, Turkey, Georgia / from 3 500 RUB Uzbekistan
23-32 kg	from 5 000 RUB domestic / from 6 000 RUB international / from 6 100 RUB Israel, Turkey, Georgia / from 4 500 RUB Uzbekistan	Only available via the Contact Centre or a ticket agency, not self-service online.

Label	Amount	Notes
Hand luggage upgrade to 10 kg	from 1 000 RUB	Increases the hand luggage allowance from 5 kg (40x30x20 cm) to 10 kg (up to 55x40x25 cm). Starting price; exact amount depends on the time of purchase and the route.
Oversized hand luggage at the gate	from 3 700 RUB	Applies when hand luggage over 40x30x20 cm is detected by staff at the boarding gate; the piece must be checked in.
Extra duty-free package	1 200 RUB per additional package	One sealed duty-free bag up to 40x30x20 cm and 2 kg is carried free; each additional package is charged.

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