Air Arabia gives every passenger 10 kg of cabin baggage for free, but checked baggage is an add-on tied to your fare bundle. The Basic fare is cabin-only, while Value and Ultimate fares include checked luggage.
Below is every fare in one comparison table, the excess-baggage fees, the rules for sports gear and instruments, and the cheapest way to add a bag before you fly with Air Arabia.
Air Arabia baggage allowance at a glance
Cabin baggage is the same on every fare. Checked baggage depends on the bundle you book, and the exact included weight varies by route.
| Fare bundle | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage | Max per bag | Max checked size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 10 kg (7 kg bag + 3 kg item) | None (add as paid extra) | 32 kg | 158 cm total |
| Value | 10 kg (7 kg bag + 3 kg item) | Included, typically 20 to 30 kg (varies by route) | 32 kg | 158 cm total |
| Ultimate | 10 kg (7 kg bag + 3 kg item) | Included, typically 30 to 40 kg (varies by route) | 32 kg | 158 cm total |
Your cabin carry-on can be up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm, plus a personal item up to 25 × 33 × 20 cm. Duty-free purchases count toward the 10 kg total.
Air Arabia excess and extra baggage fees
The golden rule is to add weight online, not at the airport. Buying baggage through Manage Booking can cost up to 90% less than paying at check-in.
| How you add weight | Indicative cost | Key limit |
|---|---|---|
| Prepaid online (Manage Booking) | Cheapest, up to 90% less than airport | Choose 20, 30 or 40 kg bands |
| At the airport, GCC and Saudi Arabia (per kg) | Around AED 45 to 55 per kg | Only limited weight options are available |
| At the airport, Africa routes (per kg) | Around AED 60 to 70 per kg | Only limited weight options are available |
| At the airport, Europe routes (per kg) | Up to around AED 80 per kg | Only limited weight options are available |
| Oversize cabin bag at the gate | AED 100 per piece | If over 10 kg or the size limit |
Airport per-kg rates are indicative and change by route, so always confirm the live price when you book. Irregularly shaped bags that cannot be safely transported are not accepted.
Sports equipment, instruments and infant baggage
Special items are allowed but most travel as checked baggage and should be booked ahead.
Sports equipment
- Golf clubs, bicycles, skis and surfboards are accepted as checked baggage.
- They count toward your weight allowance, and oversize items may attract a sports-baggage fee.
- Pack bicycles and large gear securely, and add the weight online in advance.
Musical instruments
- A small instrument that fits the cabin baggage limit (55 × 40 × 20 cm and 7 kg) can travel as your cabin bag.
- Larger instruments, including full-size guitars, must be checked in and protected as fragile items.
Infants
Traveling with an infant under two gives you one extra small bag of up to 3 kg for baby essentials.
Cheapest way to add an Air Arabia bag
- Add checked weight online through Manage Booking, never at the airport.
- Compare a Value or Ultimate fare against a Basic fare plus a paid bag, as the bundle is often cheaper overall.
- Buy the exact weight you need, since unused bands are not refunded.
For routes, fares and booking tips, see our Air Arabia airline guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Air Arabia Basic fare include checked baggage?
No. The Basic fare includes only 10 kg of cabin baggage. To check a bag, book the Value or Ultimate bundle, or add hold luggage as a paid extra.
How much does Air Arabia charge per kg of extra baggage?
There is no single flat rate; the airport per-kg charge is banded by route. It is roughly AED 45 to 55 per kg on GCC and Saudi Arabia routes, AED 60 to 70 per kg on Africa routes, and up to around AED 80 per kg on Europe routes. Buying online through Manage Booking is far cheaper.
What is the Air Arabia cabin baggage size limit?
Your carry-on can be up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm and 7 kg, plus a personal item up to 25 × 33 × 20 cm and 3 kg, for a combined 10 kg.
Can I add baggage at the airport?
Yes, but only limited weight options are available at the airport and at the highest rate. Adding weight online before you fly is much cheaper.
Can I bring a guitar on Air Arabia?
Only a small instrument that fits the cabin baggage limit of 55 × 40 × 20 cm and 7 kg can travel as your cabin bag. A full-size guitar exceeds this, so it must be checked in and protected as a fragile item.
Sources
- Air Arabia: Checked Baggage
- Air Arabia: Cabin (Hand) Baggage
- Air Arabia: Fare Types
- Air Arabia: Baggage (Pre-book and Save)
- Wego: Air Arabia Airline Guide 2026
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