Checked baggage allowances on tickets issued wholly on Gulf Air operated flights


Total weight:

• Falcon Gold passengers: 40 kgs

• Economy Class passengers: 30kgs

Children, aged 2 years and older travelling on Gulf Air operated services, get the same checked baggage allowance as adults and within that allowance can include a child’s collapsible stroller (pushchair) and a child’s car seat. Infants, aged under 2 years, get a special allowance of 10kgs for checked baggage, plus a collapsible stroller (pushchair) and an infant car seat.

If you are a Gold or Silver member of the Gulf Air Frequent flyer programme, you also receive an additional baggage allowance over and above the applicable allowance for your journey, free of charge. This will be handled at the airport Customer Service staff when you present your membership details. The extra allowance when travelling with flights operated by Gulf Air is:

• Gold – an additional 20kgs

• Silver – an additional 15kgs

In line with IATA regulations and the legislation of many countries, no single piece of checked baggage may weigh more than 32kgs. If it does exceed 32kgs, you will be asked to repack the bag by our Customer Service staff.

Please read this notice, if you have baggage to check in for a flight with Gulf Air.

Prohibited items as baggage:

For safety reasons in the aviation industry, the carriage of certain articles is prohibited by law and must not be carried in passenger's cabin or checked baggage. Find details of the prohibited items.

Sports Equipment and Musical Instruments

Gulf Air has the pleasure to carry your sporting equipment and musical instruments as part of your free baggage allowance. Normal excess baggage charges will apply if you exceed your free baggage allowance. Each item must not exceed the maximum single piece weight of 32 kg and the following maximum dimensions 190 cm (79in) x 75 cm (29.5in) x 65 cm (25.5in).

The allowable items are defined as follows:

Bicycles

One non motorized bicycle, which must be placed in a purpose designed protective bag, case or cardboard box. Gulf Air will not supply bicycle boxes. Pedals must be removed, handlebars fixed in line with the frame and tyres deflated to avoid potential damage.

Golf Clubs

Golf Bag: one golf bag containing one set of clubs, balls, one pair of golf shoes and one umbrella, which all must be held with in a purpose designed golf travel bag.

Ski Equipment

Snow boards: one snowboard plus boots in a purpose designed board bag.

Snow skis: one pair of skis and poles in a purpose designed ski bag plus one pair of ski boots in boot bag

Surfboards and Windsurf boards and sails; kayaks and hand gliders                    

Gulf Air is delighted to accept these items as long as each piece does not exceed 32 kg and are within the dimensions set for extraordinary baggage 190 cm (75”) x 75 cm (20.5”) x 65 cm  (25.5”). We would not be able to accept larger dimensions as checked baggage. Gulf Air would be happy to carry them as cargo in these circumstances. Please see our cargo section on the website.

SCUBA Diving Equipment

Diving equipment: one purpose designed diving kit bag that can contain one empty cylinder tank and harness, one regulator, one tank pressure gauge, one mask, snorkel, a pair of fins, one buoyancy control device (BCD), one Diving lamp (disconnected or battery removed). Please note the cylinder must be empty or carriage will not be accepted.

Paragliding and Parachuting

Paragliding: one canopy/wing, one harness and one helmet packed into rucksack.

Parachuting: one parachute properly packed, which will be loaded in the hold.

They are not permitted in the cabin.

Kite-surfing

One board and sail in a bag.

Ten pin bowling

Purpose designed bowling ball bag containing a maximum of 4 bowling balls.

Hockey/Lacrosse

Sticks, balls and pads carried in a purpose made kit bag "equipment bag".

Tennis

One racket kit bag containing rackets and balls.

Archery

One equipment bag containing one bow, one quiver and arrows.

Fishing

Two rods, one reel, one pair of fishing boots, one tackle and one landing net.

Musical Instruments

Packed in a purpose designed travel bag and adequately protected.

Gulf Air will make every effort to accommodate your sporting equipment and musical instruments. However, on very rare occasions, due to operating restrictions, it may not be possible to operate this on the day . Please contact our Sales Support staff by fax (480.707.5575) or email to salessupport.gulfair@us-sales.com for assistance.

TRAVELLING WITH OTHER AIRLINES ON YOUR GULF AIR TICKET

Passengers who purchase tickets for travel on a codeshare flight (i.e., a flight with a Gulf Air flight number, but operated by another airline) are subject to the checked baggage policy of the airline operating that flight.

Learn more about all our codeshare flights

If your ticket includes a connection to/from a codeshare flight not operated by Gulf Air, the baggage policy of the carrier operating the first segment of your itinerary applies for all flights until you reach your destination.

Example 1

Travelling between Dubai and Amman via Bahrain:
Dubai to Bahrain - operated by Gulf Air
Bahrain to Amman with a Gulf Air flight number – but the flight operated by Royal Jordanian Airlines

The baggage rules of Gulf Air would apply to your journey from Dubai to Amman

Example 2

Travelling between Amman and Dubai via Bahrain:
Amman to Bahrain with a Gulf Air flight number – but the flight operated by Royal Jordanian Airlines
Bahrain to Dubai - operated by Gulf Air

The baggage rules of Royal Jordanian would apply to your journey from Amman to Dubai

Gulf Air Codeshare flights operated by American Airlines to and from the USA or Canada, have a special piece concept applicable

Falcon Gold

Two checked pieces, provided that the total linear dimensions (height + width + depth) for each bag does not exceed 158cms (62 inches) and the weight of each bag does not exceed 32kgs (70 lbs).

Economy

For flights to the USA and Canada, two checked pieces, provided the total linear dimensions (height + width + depth) for both bags added together does not exceed 273cms (107 inches) and the weight of each bag does not exceed 23kgs (50 lbs).

For flights from USA and Canada one checked piece, provided that the total linear dimensions (height + width + depth) does not exceed 158cms (62 inches) and the weight of the bag does not exceed 23kgs (50 lbs).

Bags that weigh more than 23kgs (50 lbs) but below 32kgs (70 lbs) will incur a fixed overweight charge of US$50.00 for economy passengers. Any passengers wishing to carry an additional piece(s) over an above their free allowance will be charged as per American Airlines policy which is available on their website.

Infants – regardless of class

Infants will be allowed one checked piece, provided that the total linear dimensions (height + width + depth) does not exceed 158cms (62 inches) and the weight of the bag does not exceed 23kgs (50 lbs).

For further information on baggage allowances for flights operated by American Airlines go to aa.com.

Gulf Air tickets issued for travel on other Airlines to/from the USA and Canada

If you purchase a Gulf Air ticket to/from the USA or Canada that involves a connection with a flight operated by another airline (for American Airlines see policy above), your free baggage allowance is based on a combination of how many piece(s) you can carry and a maximum weight per individual piece. Individual airlines have varying policies on this and as such we would refer you to their website to ensure you have the most up to date information as to your free allowance and any potential charges before you set out on your journey.

Gulf Air tickets issued for travel on other Airlines excluding the USA and Canada

If you purchase a Gulf Air ticket that involves a connection with a flight operated by an airline, that is not a Gulf Air codeshare partner; the baggage allowance of that operating airline applies to their flight irrespective of where you have commenced your journey. Please see the baggage allowance on the website of the airline you will be travelling on and plan accordingly.

Separate tickets or no through check-in facility to an onward destination

Please note that if you hold separate tickets for your journey or if your baggage cannot be checked through to your final destination (i.e., if you must claim your baggage due to immigration clearance or airport restrictions requiring you to recheck your baggage with your next airline), you will be subject to the applicable baggage allowance of the airline operating each flight.

Gulf Air as a full service carrier provides a generous baggage allowance policy for our customers. For any baggage carried over the free baggage allowances, a charge will be levied at the airport by our Customer Service staff

Falcon Gold:

One bag (maximum dimensions 55 x 40 x 30 cm)
or
One garment carrier (maximum width 20 cm or 8 inches),
Plus
One briefcase (maximum dimensions 45 x 40 x 30 cm or 18 x 14 x 8 inches).
Total weight: 9 kg

Economy Class:

One bag (maximum dimensions 45 x 40 x 30 cm or 17 x 15 x 12 inches)
Total weight: 6 kg

Infant (All Classes):

One bag (maximum dimensions 44 x 35 x 20 cm or 18 x 14 x 8 inches)

Total weight: 3 kg

Note: For more information, please contact your nearest Gulf Air Office.

Gulf Air provides their customers with some of the most generous baggage allowances in the industry. if your baggage still exceeds the free baggage allowances, a competitive charge will be levied at the airport by our Customer Service staff.

If you are travelling your entire journey on Gulf Air Operated flights, Gulf Air now offers  new excess baggage charges per kilo, dependant on the ‘zone’ of your origin and destination within the entire Gulf Air network. You can calculate it yourself and plan it ahead with your travel budget.

If you are travelling with other airlines on your Gulf Air ticket, another baggage policy is applied. The below unique and competitive rates do not apply to codeshare flights operated by partner airlines, interline itineraries with other airline in combination with Gulf Air or flights to and from USA & Canada.

For example

A customer traveling from PARIS (Zone 4) to BANGKOK (Zone 5) in Economy Class with 35 kg can count on a free baggage allowance of 30 kg .Based on the below table the rate per kilo for this journey is USD30, therfore, the total excess baggage to pay is (5 kg x USD30) = USD150.

Rates per 1 kg

As an alternative, if your journey starts from Bahrain, you now have the option to pay for your excess baggage using Gulf Air Frequent Flyer miles in multiples of 5 kg.

Miles per 5 kg

Note that miles can be used in 5 kg blocks only and no residual miles can be credited back. For example if you choose to use your miles to pay for 3 kg excess baggage from Bahrain to Muscat, you will need to redeem a 5 kg miles block for 1000 FFP miles.

All passengers on Gulf Air may request a special meal to suit their dietary requirements. (See list below) Orders should be placed when making your ticket reservation.

Low Calorie - LCML
A balanced portion of protein is provided by a lean meat or fish entrée, supported with pasta or rice and wholemeal bread.

Low Protein - LPML
A very small lean meat or fish portion is supplemented with measured amounts of potatoes, rice or pasta, plus a good selection of fresh vegetables and fruit.

High Fibre - HFML
This meal is enhanced by wholemeal bread, whole grains, pulses and nuts, to replace any white bread or refined cereal.

Bland Meal - BLML
For those who need to avoid spicy food, this option will include lightly poached or steamed poultry or fish together with fresh vegetables.

Low Purine - PRML
Poultry, fresh vegetables and pasta are key ingredients, avoiding any inclusion of offal, oily fish or shellfish.

Non Dairy - NLML
Excluding dairy products and processed foods, ingredients here major on fresh meat, fish and poultry together with fresh vegetables and fruits.

Child Meal - CHML
Attractive, bite-size items are supplied, nutritionally balanced and avoiding ingredients that could upset a child's digestion.

Muslim Meal - MOML
All food on Gulf Air is ''halal' and there is no need to request a Muslim meal.

Vegetarian VLML (Lacto - OVO)
Avoiding meat, poultry, shellfish and fish, the meal will contain dairy products, fruit, vegetables and nuts.

Vegetarian - VGML (Non Dairy)
Fresh vegetables, pulses, pasta and nuts will form the basis of this meal, avoiding meat, poultry, fish and dairy products.

Vegetarian - AVML (Asian)
Cheese, dairy products, fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices constitute the major ingredients used here, avoiding meat, poultry, shellfish and fish.

Hindu - HNML
Beef and veal products are avoided in these meals, which will be prepared using lamb, chicken and other meats, enhanced by the use of spices.

Diabetics - DBML
A meal low in fat but relatively high in unrefined carbohydrates, consisting of lean meat, fresh vegetables and pasta or rice.

Gluten Free - GFML
Foods such as bread, cakes, pastries and pies will not be served, although gluten free bread is offered.

Low Salt/Sodium - LSML
Avoiding most processed food products, including bread, this meal may consist of meat, poultry or fish, flavored with herbs and spices to compensate for the lack of salt flavoring.

Low Cholesterol - LFML
No fatty or fried foods are served, and lean meat, white beans, pulses and fresh vegetables are among the principal ingredients.

Unaccompanied children between the ages of five and 11 years can travel alone on Gulf Air, i.e., without an escort. Children aged between two and four may only fly with an accompanying adult.

• You may request an escort for children over the age of four years, but this cannot be guaranteed.

• Escorts should be requested at least one week before travel in order that the necessary arrangements be made.

• When booking an escort, please provide Gulf Air staff with the child's name, nationality and spoken language.

• The charge for an escort is 50 per cent of the adult return fare for the route to be travelled by the minor.

• Children travelling on Gulf Air should be accompanied to the airline check-in desk at the airport of departure.

• Please ensure the child is met in the arrival hall of any transfer point, or at final destination.

• Gulf Air is solely responsible for Unaccompanied Minors for the duration of the journey, and delivering the child to the airport of final destination.

• Special children's meals are available on Gulf Air, and can be requested when booking a child's ticket or at least 24 hours before departure.

• If the Unaccompanied Minor is ill or mentally/physically impaired, please notify staff at Gulf Air of his or her condition in order that suitable arrangements can be made for special care.

Escort requests - minors

Children between the ages of two and four, inclusive, travelling on Gulf Air must be accompanied and looked after by a pre-arranged Flight Attendant escort (at their guardian's cost).

Free crew escorts for children of five years and over who are travelling alone may be requested, but are not guaranteed.

Unaccompanied Minors are accepted for Gulf Air flights on the basis they have purchased either a full adult normal fare ticket (excluding industry discounts, promotional fares and special offers) or an Unaccompanied Child ticket (where applicable).