SunExpress Baggage Guide & Official Links

XQ / SXS · Turkey

Purchase additional checked baggage allowance in weight packages (5–20 kg) online and save up to 70% compared to airport rates. Extra baggage is available for bookings made via SunExpress channels and can be added via My Bookings up to 3 hours before departure. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Official website

Buy Extra Baggage (Weight Packages)

Updated Jul 4, 2026

From Official: YesApp purchase: Yes

Steps

  1. Go to sunexpress.com and click 'My Bookings', or open the SunExpress app.
  2. Enter your booking code (6-digit alphanumeric PNR) and surname to retrieve your reservation.
  3. Select 'Add baggage' and choose the weight package you need: 5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, or 20 kg.
  4. Review the price and complete your payment.

Prices

Extra checked baggage (weight packages)

SunExpress sells additional checked baggage allowance in weight packages (5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, 20 kg). Prices depend on route and fare type. All packages are per flight segment, per person. Online pre-purchase saves up to 70% over airport rates.

LabelAmountNotes
International (standard fares) — 5 kgfrom €19.99
  • Price is a 'from' value; actual amount depends on route.
International (standard fares) — 10 kgfrom €38.99
International (standard fares) — 15 kgfrom €57.99
International (standard fares) — 20 kgfrom €69.99
International (SunLight fare) — 5 kgfrom €19.99
  • SunLight fare includes no checked baggage.
International (SunLight fare) — 10 kgfrom €24.99
International (SunLight fare) — 15 kgfrom €29.99
International (SunLight fare) — 20 kgfrom €34.99
International (SunLight fare) — Hand baggage (max 8 kg)from €14.99
  • SunLight fare includes no hand baggage; this allows adding hand baggage.
UK — 5 kgfrom £34.99
UK — 10 kgfrom £59.99
UK — 15 kgfrom £89.99
UK — 20 kgfrom £99.99
UK (SunLight fare) — 5 kgfrom £24.99
  • SunLight fare includes no checked baggage.
UK (SunLight fare) — 10 kgfrom £34.99
UK (SunLight fare) — 15 kgfrom £44.99
UK (SunLight fare) — 20 kgfrom £54.99
UK (SunLight fare) — Hand baggage (max 8 kg)from £13.99
  • SunLight fare includes no hand baggage.
Lefkosa (Ercan) — 5 kgfrom €15.00
Lefkosa (Ercan) — 10 kgfrom €30.00
Lefkosa (Ercan) — 15 kgfrom €45.00
Lefkosa (Ercan) — 20 kgfrom €60.00
Domestic (Turkey) — 5 kg₺1,200
  • Fixed price, not 'from'.
Domestic (Turkey) — 10 kg₺2,300
Domestic (Turkey) — 15 kg₺3,400
Domestic (Turkey) — 20 kg₺4,500

Overweight baggage (airport fee only)

Overweight fees apply at the airport check-in counter for bags exceeding the total allowance (free allowance + pre-booked extra weight). These cannot be purchased online in advance.

LabelAmountNotes
Internationalfrom €10.00 per kg
  • Payable at check-in counter.
  • Bags between 23–32 kg are classified as Heavy Baggage and incur this fee.
  • No single piece may exceed 32 kg (EU regulation).
UKfrom £10.00 per kg
  • Payable at check-in counter.
Lefkosa (Ercan)from €5.00 per kg
  • Payable at check-in counter.
Domestic (Turkey)from ₺300.00 per kg
  • Payable at check-in counter.

Oversized baggage (airport fee only)

Oversized fees apply at the airport check-in counter for bags exceeding 158 cm (length + width + height). These cannot be purchased online in advance.

LabelAmountNotes
International€45.00 per piece
  • Payable at check-in counter.
  • Ireland: €80.00 per piece.
UK£80.00 per piece
  • Payable at check-in counter.
Lefkosa (Ercan)€30.00 per piece
  • Payable at check-in counter.
Domestic (Turkey)₺700.00 per piece
  • Payable at check-in counter.

Sports & special baggage

Sports equipment can be pre-booked online via My Bookings or Customer Service Center at special flat rates, saving up to 50% compared to airport rates.

LabelAmountNotes
Bicycle (international)from €49.99 (prepaid) / €70.00 (airport)
  • Up to 30 kg per item included. Excess baggage rules apply for extra kg.
  • Must be packed in a protective case or bag.
Bicycle (UK)from £44.99 (prepaid) / £70.00 (airport)
Bicycle (Lefkosa)from €18.00 (prepaid) / €25.00 (airport)
Bicycle (Domestic)from 699 TRY (prepaid) / 800 TRY (airport)
Boards (sail/surf/kite/snow/other)from €44.99 (prepaid) / €70.00 (airport)
  • Up to 30 kg per item. Max 84 cm height, 122 cm width.
  • If exceeding 158 cm length, oversized fees apply.
Ski equipment (international)from €44.99 (prepaid) / €65.00 (airport)
  • Up to 30 kg per item included.
Golf equipment (international)from €39.99 (prepaid) / €60.00 (airport)
  • Up to 23 kg per item included.
  • Golf Package (bag + seat) available with SunValue fare up to 36 hours before departure.
Diving equipment (international)from €44.99 (prepaid) / €65.00 (airport)
  • Up to 30 kg per item included.
  • Empty diving cylinder with opened valves only.
Paraglider (international)from €54.99 (prepaid) / €75.00 (airport)
  • Up to 30 kg per item included.
Hang glider (international)from €49.99 (prepaid) / €70.00 (airport)
  • Up to 30 kg per item included.

Online vs airport pricing

Pre-purchasing extra baggage online saves up to 70% compared to airport rates. Airport fees for checked baggage and excess weight are significantly higher.

LabelAmountNotes
Online pre-purchase discountUp to 70% off
  • Available via My Bookings or SunExpress app up to 3 hours before departure.
  • Only for bookings made directly through SunExpress channels.
Airport — Checked baggage (SunLight only)€80.00 / £80.00
  • Fee for checking any bag at the airport on SunLight fare without pre-purchase.
  • Ireland from/to: €60.00 for hand baggage check-in.
Airport — Hand baggage check-in (SunLight only)€40.00 / £60.00 (UK)
  • Fee applies at the gate if hand baggage exceeds weight/dimensions.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Extra baggage can be added via 'My Bookings' on sunexpress.com or the SunExpress app, up to 3 hours before departure. Online pre-purchase saves up to 70% compared to airport rates.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Online via My Bookings at sunexpress.com, through the SunExpress mobile app, via the Customer Service Center, or through authorized agencies. Extra baggage can only be added for bookings made directly through SunExpress channels.

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

Extra baggage can be purchased online up to 3 hours before departure. For special baggage, SunExpress recommends booking at least 48 hours before departure.

How does SunExpress price extra baggage?

SunExpress uses a weight-based package system: 5 kg, 10 kg, 15 kg, or 20 kg. Prices vary by route (international, UK, domestic Turkey, Lefkosa/Ercan) and fare type (SunLight vs standard fares). SunLight fares have separate, lower-priced weight packages. Domestic routes have fixed TRY prices.

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

Yes. Online pre-purchase saves up to 70% compared to airport rates. For example, on SunLight international fares, a 5 kg package starts from €19.99 online, while checking a bag at the airport costs €80.00. For standard international fares, a 5 kg package starts from €19.99 online versus airport excess fees starting from €10 per kg.

What are the baggage limits on SunExpress?

Extra baggage is sold as additional weight allowance (5–20 kg packages). Each individual piece must not exceed 32 kg (EU regulation). The maximum size per bag is 158 cm (length + width + height). Bags between 23–32 kg are classified as Heavy Baggage.

What happens if my bag exceeds the weight or size limits?

Overweight fees (from €10/kg international, £10/kg UK, €5/kg Lefkosa, ₺300/kg domestic) and oversized fees (€45/piece international, £80/piece UK, €30/piece Lefkosa, ₺700/piece domestic) are charged at the airport check-in counter. These cannot be pre-paid online. No single piece may exceed 32 kg.

Can I get a refund or transfer extra baggage?

Pre-purchased extra baggage packages are non-refundable and non-transferable to other passengers. If SunExpress rebooks your flight due to schedule changes, pre-booked baggage is automatically transferred to the new flight.

Do partner-operated or tour operator bookings have different rules?

Yes. Extra baggage can only be added for bookings made directly through SunExpress channels. For tour operator bookings, you must use the Tour Operator tab in My Bookings and enter your tour operator reference number. Baggage rules may differ for partner-operated or codeshare flights.

Are there any important exceptions or restrictions?

Extra baggage packages cannot be booked for infants under 2 years. Infants have their own baggage allowance (20 kg international, 15 kg domestic). SunExpress does not accept any single piece over 32 kg. Pushchairs, travel cots, and car seats are carried free of charge.

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