Oman Air Baggage Policy
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Oman Air Baggage Policy
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Book or Fly with Oman Air during Ramadan 2017 and check in 2 baggage
pieces with a combined weight 30kg in Economy as your free baggage
allowance.
Guests travelling on Oman Air’s award-winning Economy Class: piece of baggage of up to 30kg
Guests travelling or booking in Economy Class during Ramadan 2017 (27th May to 27th
June 2017) can check in max 2 baggage pieces with a combined weight 30kg free of
charge.
Guests travelling on Oman Air’s award-winning Business or First Class: 1 piece of baggage of up to
30kg, plus 1 additional piece of baggage of up to 20kg.
Baggage allowances for guests holding valid Gold or Silver Sindbad Cards
Economy Class: 1 piece of baggage of up to 30kg, and 1 additional piece of baggage of up to
20kg.
Business or First Class: 1 piece of baggage of up to 30kg, and 1 additional piece of baggage
of up to 30kg.
Standard size and weight of each bag
Linear dimension: 158 cm/62 in (width + height + length)
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Weight: No one single bag should weigh more than 32Kg.
Baggage that exceeds the standard dimensions and weight restrictions are subject to applicable
fees.
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Additional baggage can be purchased here at a 20% discount.
Please note: Your free baggage allowance will remain as per your ticket rules. For clarity, and for
information on excess baggage, please read the below:
Frequently asked questions
I am travelling in Economy during the Holy month of Ramadan in 2017 or I have
purchased a ticket during this period, how does my free baggage allowance
change?
All guests flying during the Holy month of Ramadan in 2017 are entitled to max 2 baggage
pieces with a combined weight of 30kg.
All guests whose tickets are issued during the Holy month of Ramadan in 2017 are entitled to
max 2 baggage pieces with a combined weight of 30kg.
Carry On Allowance will remain 7kg for Economy
Any bag above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and must be
charged accordingly.
I am travelling in Business or First Class during the Holy month of Ramadan in
2017 or I have purchased a ticket during this period, how does my free baggage
allowance change?
No, your allowance will remain as per the allowance listed on your ticket, 1 piece of baggage
of up to 30kg, plus 1 additional piece of baggage of up to 20kg.
I purchased my Economy ticket prior to Ramadan 2017 and I am travelling during
the Holy month but my return flight occurs after Ramadan, what is my allowance?
All guests flying in Economy during the Holy month of Ramadan in 2017 are entitled to max 2
baggage pieces with a combined weight of 30kg.
All Economy tickets issued prior to Ramadan with travel outside of the Holy Month are
entitled to 1 piece of baggage max weight 30kg.
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What is the difference between Oman Air’s new piece concept and Oman Air’s
existing weight concept?
For all tickets issued prior to January 9th 2017, guests travelling in Economy are entitled to
30KG Checked-In baggage with no limit on the number of baggage pieces that constitute
30KG (40KG and 50Kg for Business & First Class guests respectively) with guests in the same
party entitled to pool the overall weight allowances.
For all tickets issued from January 9th 2017 onwards, guests in Economy are entitled to one
piece of Checked-In baggage with a maximum weight 30KG.
Guests travelling in Business & First Class guests will be entitled to one extra piece of
baggage with a maximum weight of 20KG.
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport,here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
What are the dimensions restrictions?
All pieces of Checked-In baggage will have a maximum linear dimension of 158 centimeters
or 62 inches.
The items may include Cricket Bat, Badminton racket & Carom board.
Any item outside of these dimensions may be accepted by Oman Air as Specialist Baggage or
Cargo, check here for latest Specialist or Cargo rates. Sports baggage dimensions will be
subject to an additional allowance to facilitate the specific dimensions of the piece.
I bought my ticket prior to January 9th 2017, what is my free baggage allowance?
For all tickets issued prior to January 9th 2017, guests travelling in Economy are entitled to
30KG Checked-In baggage with no limit on the number of baggage pieces that constitute
30KG (40KG and 50Kg for Business & First Class guests respectively) with guests in the same
party entitled to pool the overall weight allowances.
I bought my ticket prior to January 9th 2017, can I purchase additional baggage?
Yes you can purchase an additional piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 20KG and
linear dimension of 158cms/62”.
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport,here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
I am Sindbad member, does my any allowance change? How do I avail of the extra
baggage?
For all travel from January 9th 2017 onwards, Sindbad guests with valid Silver and Gold cards
travelling in Economy will be entitled to an additional baggage with a maximum weight of
20KG.
For all travel from January 9th 2017 onwards, Sindbad members with valid Silver and Gold
cards travelling in Business and First will receive an additional for 30kg weight for first and
second bag.
Sindbad Guests must carry the “physical card” or “digital card (on mobile app)” to avail
Frequent Guest benefits at airport. In the event, the guest do not carry either, then airports
may go an extra mile to verify guests’ status in the system. In such situation, inform guests
of the additional time taken and challenge in providing such assistance often.
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I am an Omani Student studying abroad, do I receive any additional allowance?
For all travel from January 9th 2017 onwards, Omani Students studying abroad travelling in
Economy will be entitled to an additional baggage with a maximum weight of 20KG. Proof of
study required.
I am travelling with more than one bag but a combined weight of less than my free
baggage allowance, do I need to purchase additional baggage?
Yes.
For all tickets issued prior to January 9th 2017, guests travelling in Economy are entitled to
30KG Checked-In baggage with no limit on the number of baggage pieces that constitute
30KG (40KG and 50Kg for Business & First Class guests respectively) with guests in the same
party entitled to pool the overall weight allowances.
For all tickets issued from January 9th 2017 onwards, guests in Economy are entitled to one
piece of Checked-In baggage with a maximum weight 30KG.
Guests travelling in Business & First Class guests will be entitled to one extra piece of
baggage with a maximum weight of 20KG.
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport, here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
Please Note: Guests travelling or with a ticket issued in Economy Class during Ramadan 2017
(27th May to 27th June 2017) can check in max 2 baggage pieces with a combined weight
30kg as their free baggage allowance.
I am traveling in a group or with my family, what is our allowance?
For all tickets issued prior to January 9th 2017, guests travelling in Economy are entitled to
30KG Checked-In baggage with no limit on the number of baggage pieces that constitute
30KG (40KG and 50Kg for Business & First Class guests respectively) with guests in the same
party entitled to pool the overall weight allowances.
For all tickets issued from January 9th 2017 onwards, guests in Economy are entitled to one
piece of Checked-In baggage with a maximum weight 30KG.
Guests travelling in Business & First Class guests will be entitled to one extra piece of
baggage with a maximum weight of 20KG.
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport,here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
I am traveling with an infant, what is my allowance?
For all tickets issued prior to January 9th 2017, guests travelling in with an infant are entitled
to extra 10kg weight.
For all tickets issued from January 9th 2017 onwards, guests travelling in with an infant are
entitled to one extra piece with a maximum 10KG weight.
I am travelling to a specific destination, does my allowance change?
For all tickets issued prior to January 9th 2017, guests travelling in Economy are entitled to
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30KG Checked-In baggage with no limit on the number of baggage pieces that constitute
30KG (40KG and 50Kg for Business & First Class guests respectively) with guests in the same
party entitled to pool the overall weight allowances.
For all tickets issued from January 9th 2017 onwards, guests in Economy are entitled to one
piece of Checked-In baggage with a maximum weight 30KG.
Guests travelling in Business & First Class guests will be entitled to one extra piece of
baggage with a maximum weight of 20KG.
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport, here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
Each guest traveling to/from Muscat will be entitled one Golf Bag in addition to their Free
Baggage Allowance
Until Further Notice: Guest traveling in Economy classes from and to Nairobi may be to
entitled one additional 20kg piece of baggage in addition to their Free Baggage Allowance
and any additional bags resulting from their membership of Sindbad, Oman Air’s Frequent
Flyer ProgramIn baggage with no limit on the number of baggage pieces that constitute 30KG
(40KG and 50Kg for Business & First Class guests respectively) with guests in the same party
entitled to pool the overall weight allowances. Please check your ticket.
Guests traveling onwards North America are entitled to separate allowances.
I am travelling to North America, does my allowance change?
No, all guests travelling onwards to North America will be entitled to 2 x 23KG baggage
pieces with linear dimensions of 158cms.
I am traveling with Oman Air on part of my journey, what is my allowance?
If your ticket is issued by Oman Air, your allowance is as per above the restrictions.
If your ticket is not issued by Oman Air, check with the issuing Airline for allowance and
restriction.
Please note: Your free baggage allowance will remain as per your ticket rules. For clarity, and
for information on excess baggage, please read the below:
How can I purchase additional allowance?
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport, here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
What is considered Specialist Luggage?
Any additional pieces above 20KG or 158cms is considered Specialist Baggage and will
charged accordingly. Check here for the latest rates.
All Pets & Sporting Equipment will be checked as Specialist Equipment with set rates. Please
check here for latest prices.
Examples include:
Live Animals
Snow skiing equipment style
Wind surfer equipment
Hunting rifles
Bowling equipment
Saddles
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Paddle Skis
Hiking equipment
Scuba equipment
Bicycle
Fishing equipment
Film equipment
Surfing equipment
Golfing equipment
Vaulting poles
Musical instrument
Paddle Skis, Scuba, Film, Surfing Equipment & Vaulting Poles will be considered as Large
Equipment while all other will be considered as Medium Size and charged accordingly.
What do I do with my Pet or Sporting Equipment?
All Pets & Sporting Equipment are available for advance purchase via Omanair.com, Oman
Air’s Call Centre or City Ticket Offices or Approved Travel Agents along with separate rates at
the airport.
Can Oman Air refuse my baggage?
All excess baggage is accepted by Oman Air on a first come first serve basis. We therefore
advise guests to purchase via Omanair.com, Oman Air’s Call Centre or City Ticket Offices or
Approved Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
How is Additional or Excess Baggage charged?
Baggage purchased in advance through Oman Air’s website is discounted up to 20% of the
prices charged at the Airport. Rates vary by baggage type and origin and destination see
below table.
Any additional pieces above the stated allowance will be considered as excess baggage and
can be purchased at the Airport, here, Oman Air’s Call Centre, City Ticket Offices or Approved
Travel Agents prior to travel to ensure carriage of baggage.
What happens if my excess baggage is not delivered or delayed?
Unless otherwise advised by Oman Air staff, Guests with Excess Baggage that is delayed or
does not arrive will receive compensation in line with that offered by Airline for lost baggage
part of the guests free baggage allowance.
Is Baggage purchased via Oman Air’s website cheaper than purchasing baggage at
the Airport?
Baggage purchased in advance through Oman Air’s website is discounted up to 20% of the
prices charged at the Airport. All baggage purchased in advance is non-refundable.
Is there a limit on the amount of pieces or weight I can purchase additional
baggage?
Yes, all guests are limited to a purchasing 1 additional piece of luggage.
Additionally, Guests flying between Muscat, Europe, China, Malaysia, Thailand Singapore &
Indonesia will be entitled to purchase 4 additional piece of luggage.
Guests flying from and to Nepal and Bangladesh cannot purchase additional baggage.
These restraints are inclusive of baggage and Specialist Equipment.
What is the hand baggage allowance which remains the same, as follows:
First and Business Class: Two bags per guest of 7kg each and a maximum dimension of linear
115cms (45inches)
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Economy Class: One bag per guest of 7kg and a maximum dimension of linear 115cms
(45inches)
Can I carry my camera/laptop/Small Musical Instrument/Small Bag onboard along
with my Hand Baggage
In addition to the free baggage allowance, following items may also be accepted as carry-on
baggage or checked-in baggage as deemed without any additional charges;
Examples include:
Handbag, pocket book or purse
Overcoat, wrap or blanket
Umbrella or walking stick
Small Reading camera and / or binoculars
Reading matter for flight
Infant food for consumption during the flight (for guests travelling with infants)
Infant carry basket / carry cot / Baby strollers (for guests travelling with infants)
Collapsible wheelchair / crutches (for PRMs)
Braces or prosthetic devices (provided the guest is dependent on them)
Laptop / Portable PC
Mobile Phone
Seeing Eye Dog as AVIH (provided the Blind Guest is dependent on Seeing Eye Dog)
Tax & Service Charges on Baggage
Please note that while online pricing is inclusive of Taxes and Charges, Airports may charge
taxes and charges above the stated rates
What kind of Pet’s can be carried onboard and how much can they weigh?
Carriage of Dog and Cats Pets in the appropriate portable carriage material is permitted.
Please check with your Local Ticketing Office to confirm.
What is the policy on mix of classes travel?
The free baggage allowance shall be according to the ticketed allowance that is published in
the ticket against each sector.
My flight is a code-share flight, can I purchase additional baggage?
Yes, you will be charged using our weight system irrespective of the item type or weight
being checked in e.g. 20kg bag, Golf bag, Pet, Guitar etc. Piece concept rates only apply to
Oman Air operated flights. Guests full journey must be operated by Oman Air if they wish to
avail of the piece concept rates.
My first flight journey is not with Oman Air but my others are, can I purchase
additional baggage?
Yes, you will be charged using our weight system irrespective of the item type or weight
being checked in e.g. 20kg bag, Golf bag, Pet, Guitar etc. Guests full journey must be
operated by Oman Air if they wish to avail of the piece concept rates.
My first flight is with Oman Air but my onward flights are not, can I purchase
additional baggage?
Yes, you will be charged using our weight system irrespective of the item type or weight
being checked in e.g. 20kg bag, Golf bag, Pet, Guitar etc. Guests full journey must be
operated by Oman Air if they wish to avail of the piece concept rates.
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