Turkish Airlines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

TK / THY · Turkey

Purchase extra baggage allowance and overweight baggage options online or through mobile app. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage Policy Official website

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Turkish Airlines 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

Piece concept on international routes (max 158 cm per piece; max 23 kg per piece; single piece limit 32 kg); weight concept on domestic flights. Exact free allowance printed on ticket and via baggage calculator.

Label	Amount	Notes
Domestic — EcoFly	15 kg	Official Domestic Fare Rules EcoFly tab verbatim: '15 kg for adults, and 10 kg baggage allowance for infants.' Weight concept applies to domestic flights; piece concept not applied (checked baggage page: 'The piece concept of baggage shall not be applied to domestic flights. For domestic flights, the kilogram concept will continue to be in effect.'). Each piece within free allowance must not exceed 158 cm (width+height+depth); single piece cannot exceed 32 kg and must be split if heavier.
Domestic — ExtraFly	20 kg	Official Domestic Fare Rules ExtraFly tab verbatim: '20 kg for adults, and 10 kg baggage allowance for infant passengers.' Domestic weight concept; piece max 158 cm and single piece max 32 kg.
Domestic — PrimeFly	25 kg	Official Domestic Fare Rules PrimeFly tab verbatim: '25 kg for adults, and 10 kg baggage allowance for infant passengers.' Domestic weight concept; piece max 158 cm and single piece max 32 kg.
International — Piece concept — USA routes	1 × 23 kg or 2 × 23 kg	Official USA Free Baggage Rules verbatim: 'For USA flights, on tickets issued as of May 01, 2017 and on journeys starting from July 01, 2017, the 2x23 kg baggage allowance in Economy Class will be either 1x23 kg or 2x23 kg, depending on the flight route. To see your baggage allowance for your destination, please check the information printed on your ticket.' Each piece max 23 kg* and max 158 cm per piece; single piece max 32 kg. *On journeys starting in Brazil or Argentina and arriving in Türkiye or destinations outside of Türkiye, each piece may be no heavier than 32 kg in both Economy and Business. Exact allowance varies by fare package (EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly) and route — ticket and baggage calculator are authoritative.
International — Piece concept — Other international routes	See official pricing	No static piece-count table published on checked baggage page for all international routes; official page states 'On routes with piece concept, the maximum weight per bag for economy class is 23kg and business class is 32kg. Each baggage permitted within the free baggage must be no more than 158 cm. Regardless of weight and piece concept, a single piece cannot exceed 32 KG.' Exact free pieces vary by route and fare package — check ticket and baggage calculator. Most accurate details can be obtained from baggage information on reservation and ticket (checked baggage page).
Infant — Piece concept — With free baggage (EcoFly with allowance and non-EcoFly)	1 × 23 kg	Official infant categories: 'One (1) piece (23 kg) of free baggage allowance is offered on Ecofly package lines that do include free baggage allowance under the piece baggage application.' and 'One (1) piece (23 kg) of free baggage allowance is offered on lines that are included in the piece baggage application, excluding the Ecofly package.' USA page also confirms: 'For infant passengers under the age of 2 traveling on all international flights in either Economy or Business class, the checked baggage allowance is 1x23 kg. In addition to this, 1 fully collapsible stroller or pushchair will also be accepted. The size limit for this is 115 cm.' Infant also entitled to 8 kg cabin baggage (see carry-on) plus stroller max 115 cm.
Infant — Weight concept — With free baggage	10 kg	Official infant categories: 'Ten (10) kg of free baggage allowance is offered on Ecofly package lines that include free baggage allowance under the kilogram/weight baggage application.' and 'Ten (10) kg of free baggage allowance is offered on lines that are included in the kilogram/weight baggage application, excluding the Ecofly package.' Domestic weight-concept example: infant 10 kg (EcoFly/ExtraFly/PrimeFly domestic tabs). Plus stroller max 115 cm.
Infant — EcoFly without free baggage allowance	No free checked baggage	Official infant categories: 'Infant passengers are not entitled to an additional baggage allowance on Ecofly package lines that do not include free baggage allowance.' Still entitled to stroller max 115 cm and 8 kg cabin baggage.

Piece concept on international routes (max 158 cm per piece; max 32 kg per piece; single piece limit 32 kg); weight concept on domestic flights (30 kg).

Label	Amount	Notes
Domestic	30 kg	Official Domestic Fare Rules Business tab verbatim: 'Baggage Allowance for Adult 30 kg (10 kg for infants)' Weight concept on domestic; single piece max 32 kg and max 158 cm per piece. Infant on domestic Business: 10 kg plus stroller 115 cm and 8 kg cabin baggage.
International — Piece concept — USA routes	2 × 32 kg	Official USA Free Baggage Rules verbatim: 'Checked baggage allowance in Business Class is 2x32 kg. The total length, width and height of each piece must be no greater than 158 cm.' Each piece max 32 kg; single piece max 32 kg; *Brazil/Argentina origin exception also 32 kg per piece in both cabins. Exact allowance for other international routes varies by route/fare — ticket and baggage calculator authoritative.
International — Piece concept — Other international routes	See official pricing	Checked baggage page: 'On routes with piece concept, the maximum weight per bag for business class is 32kg. Each baggage permitted within the free baggage must be no more than 158 cm. Regardless of weight and piece concept, a single piece cannot exceed 32 KG.' No static universal piece-count published for all Business international routes; ticket/calculator is authoritative. Star Alliance Gold members receive +1 extra baggage in Piece System and +20 kg in Weight System as extra privilege (not base free allowance).
Infant — Piece concept	1 × 23 kg	Same infant piece allowance as Economy for Business cabin: 'One (1) piece (23 kg) of free baggage allowance is offered on lines that are included in the piece baggage application, excluding the Ecofly package.' USA infant rule (1x23 kg + stroller 115 cm) applies to Business as well. Plus 8 kg cabin baggage.
Infant — Weight concept	10 kg	Infant weight-concept allowance on weight-based routes (domestic Business): 10 kg plus stroller 115 cm and 8 kg cabin baggage.

Carry-on baggage

Cabin baggage allowance per official carry-on page; personal item included.

Label	Amount	Notes
Adult — All routes	1 × 8 kg (23×40×55 cm) + 1 personal item × 4 kg (40×30×15 cm)	Official verbatim: 'For your Economy class travels, you may take one piece of cabin baggage with a maximum dimensions of 23x40x55 cm and a maximum weight of 8 kg. You may also take one piece of personal item measuring 40x30x15 cm and weighing a maximum of 4 kg.' Must fit in overhead locker (cabin bag) or under seat (personal item); liquids max 100 ml containers in 1 L zip-lock bag, one bag per passenger; garment bags 114x60x11 cm considered cabin baggage.
Infant — All routes	1 × 8 kg	Official verbatim: 'Infant passengers are entitled to one piece of cabin baggage weighing up to 8 kg on domestic and international flights regardless of Economy or Business class.' Plus fully collapsible stroller max 115 cm carried free as checked (see checked baggage conditions); Star Alliance Gold cabin extra not included in base amount.

Business cabin allows two cabin bags versus one in Economy; same personal item.

Label	Amount	Notes
Adult — All routes	2 × 8 kg (16 kg total, 23×40×55 cm each) + 1 personal item × 4 kg (40×30×15 cm)	Official verbatim: 'For your Business class travels, you may carry two pieces of cabin baggages, each measuring 23x40x55 cm and weighing 8 kg, not exceeding 16 kg in total. You can also take one piece of personal item measuring 40x30x15 cm and weighing a maximum of 4 kg.' TSA USA exception: Business passengers departing USA entitled to 2 pieces but only 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item in cabin; second cabin bag carried free as checked baggage and must be delivered at check-in counters. Star Alliance Gold: Economy card holders may carry 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item; Business 2 cabin bags + 1 personal item (personal item max 40x30x15 cm) as noted on carry-on page — counted as status extra not base.
Infant — All routes	1 × 8 kg	Same infant cabin allowance regardless of cabin (Economy or Business): 1 × 8 kg on domestic and international flights.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Turkish Airlines

Buy Baggage

Visit https://www.turkishairlines.com/en-int/additional-services/excess-baggage/ or open Turkish Airlines mobile app.
Enter your ticket number or reservation code (PNR) and passenger surname, then click Search.
Select between 'Extra baggage' (for additional pieces) or 'Overweight baggage' (to add weight to existing baggage).
Review the price based on your route, fare package, and baggage selection.
Complete payment online.

Prices

Turkish Airlines charges per piece on piece concept routes. Prices vary by route, fare package, and number of bags.

Piece concept routes$80 USD per piece
- For other routes, fees vary by route, fare package, and number of bags.

Turkish Airlines charges a fixed oversized baggage fee for bags between 158 cm and 292 cm total dimensions.

Label	Amount	Notes
International flights	$90 USD per piece	Applies to baggage with total dimensions (width + height + depth) between 158 cm and 292 cm. Fee applies regardless of whether baggage is part of free allowance or paid additional baggage. Each oversized piece is charged separately.
Domestic flights	1,000 TRY per piece	Same dimensional limits and rules as international oversized baggage.

Turkish Airlines offers special per-kg rates on TRNC routes.

Label	Amount	Notes
TRNC flights (soldiers)	150 TRY per 1 kg	Special rate for Turkish Peace Force soldiers on TRNC flights.
TRNC flights (students)	150 TRY per 1 kg	Student discount fares to TRNC.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Turkish Airlines offers extra baggage purchase online via the website or mobile app.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Available online via the website, mobile app, sales offices, airport check-in, and call center. Use the excess baggage page or the baggage calculator to estimate fees.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Buy online before departure. Extra baggage fees may change up to 6 hours before the flight.

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

Maximum weight per piece is 23 kg for Economy Class and 32 kg for Business Class. No single piece can exceed 32 kg regardless of class. Baggage exceeding 32 kg must be divided into two or more pieces. Maximum 7 checked bags on flights arriving in Cameroon.

How does Turkish Airlines calculate extra baggage charges?

Prices vary by route, fare package (EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly, BusinessFly, BusinessPrime), and number of bags. On piece concept routes, extra baggage is approximately $80 USD per piece. Use the baggage calculator on the website for specific pricing.

What are the oversized baggage rules?

Baggage with total dimensions (width + height + depth) between 158 cm and 292 cm is considered oversized. The oversized fee is $90 USD per piece for international flights and 1,000 TRY for domestic flights, applied regardless of whether the bag is part of the free allowance.

Do partner-airline or interline flights have different baggage rules?

For interline flights, Most Significant Carrier (MSC) rules apply. Extra baggage fees on joint flights may vary; contact sales offices for details. US DOT applications apply for flights to/from the USA, and CTA applications apply for flights to/from Canada.

Are there any important exceptions?

Checked baggage allowances cannot be combined across different PNRs. Infant baggage allowance varies by fare type and route. Star Alliance Gold Card holders receive one extra piece in the Piece System or +20 kg in the Weight System.

Related airlines

Explore more airline baggage pages to compare rules, fees, and official service links.

Pegasus Airlines SunExpress Aegean Airlines Aer Lingus Aerolíneas Argentinas Aeroméxico