• - Free checked baggage allowance
• - Partly Business class and partly Economy class travel
• - Extra baggage charge
• - Special baggage
• - Food items
• - Hair Curlers Restrictions in Japan

When traveling, it is worth taking extra measures to secure your baggage and valuables. Please refer to a few pointers below:

1. 1. Hand-carry fragile or perishable items.

2. 2. Hand-carry items of value, such as keys, artwork, cameras, money, jewelry, precious metals, silverware, medicines, drug, dangerous goods, commercial goods or samples, personal electronic devices and odd-sized articles, etc.

3. 3. Hand-carry important documents, such as negotiable papers, securities, business documents, passports and other identification documents, etc.

4. 4. Use good quality baggage that lasts longer and can withstand fair wear and tear resulting from the normal rigor of transportation by air and by baggage handling systems.

5. 5. Pack your baggage properly and securely in suitable containers such as musical instruments in sturdy hard case, bicycles in strong and protective case, liquids and gels in plastic bags or water proof containers etc.

6. 6. Do not over pack and overweigh your baggage.

7. 7. Attach name tag(s) or card on the outside and inside of your baggage.

8. 8. Attach unique stickers, tape, or labels on your baggage to ease identification and avoid collection errors on arrival.

9. 9. Remove old destination tag.

10. 10. Ensure your baggage does not contain any dangerous goods. Please refer to our prohibited items for more information.

11. 11. Ensure your baggage is securely closed and locked where possible.

12. 12. Remove straps and protruding objects from your baggage before checking it in.

Checked baggage 

Zone of destination 

Free Checked Baggage Allowance 

Size: Up to 62IN /158CM (Width + Depth + Height)

   Remarks: The above checked baggage allowance may be different during promotional 

Extra Checked Baggage Allowance for Fortune Wings Club member

Excess Baggage Charges (Except for direct routing between Hong Kong to/from South Korea, and Thailand)

*Or equivalent amount in local currency calculated by IATA IROE (follow the corresponding rounding unit requirement)

^*Or equivalent amount in local currency calculated by IATA IROE (follow the corresponding rounding unit requirement)

 Noted

1. The maximum weight and dimensions of any single piece of checked baggage should not be over 32KG (70LB) and 203CM / 80IN (Length + Width + Height) respectively. Overweight and oversize must be repacked or split into lighter units otherwise will not be accepted for carriage.

2. Oversized and overweight items will be accepted subject to the availability of the aircraft on the specific flight/day of departure.

3. Mobility Aids like wheelchair that are carried by the passenger can be accepted without charge as in addition to the baggage allowance.

4. Any baggage that exceeds the free checked baggage allowance will be levied at the airport.  

5. This policy is for HX operating flights only (exclude codeshare flight operated by OZ/HU/CN)

6. Additional weights and fees may be treated differently depending on the check-in method, subject to the availability of check in facilities. For more detail, please refer to https://www.hongkongairlines.com/en_HK/FareOptions

Excess Baggage Charges (Only applicable for Hong Kong to/from South Korea, and Thailand for direct routing) 

Remarks: 

1.       Excess baggage is charged per passenger and per direction.

2.       Excess baggage charges in USD. For other currencies, it is subject to currency fluctuation and will be updated each month. 

3.       Excess baggage will be rounded up to HKD10 for Hong Kong Dollar at Hong Kong Airport and JPY100 for Japanese Yen, KRW100 for Korean WON THB100 for Thai BHT at Japan airports.

4.       Any passengers who purchased Excess Baggage through Hong Kong Airlines website, APP, Wechat, Call Centre, or airport desk, first 5 pieces charges will be waived.

5.       Passenger may purchase Excess Baggage with an allowance of up to 60kg per passenger for each sector irrespective of the applicable free checked baggage allowance, and up to 5 pieces of baggage including the applicable baggage allowance and any applicable extra baggage allowance entitled for FWC members.

 Partly Business class and partly Economy class travel

1. For through journeys where the passenger travels partly on business class and partly on economy class, the free baggage allowance for each portion of travel shall be granted according to each purchased ticket class.

2. Where a passenger who has paid the business class fare travels on Economy class, the free baggage allowance shall be given based on that for the Business class service respectively.

Special baggage

Special baggage is handled as normal checked baggage. If such baggage exceeds the applicable free baggage allowance, passenger needs to pay excess baggage fee.  Different regulations and charges will be applied to the special baggage listed below. You may contact our customer service center at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled departure time for more details.

Sporting equipment

Angling / Fishing Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at the time of booking.

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     Content:

   • Including one fishing tackle box, landing net, fishing boots, one reel and two rods
   • All items must be properly encased in a suitable container at the time of check-in.

Archery Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at the time of booking.

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     One item of archery equipment per customer as checked baggage.

4.     Content:

   • Including one bow case containing bows, one quiver with arrows, and maintenance kit of sufficient strength to protect items from accidental damage.
   • All items must be properly encased in a suitable container at the time of check-in.

Bowling Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at the time of booking.

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     Content:

   • Including one bowling bag, one bowling ball and bowling shoes.
   • All items must be properly encased in a suitable container at the time of check-in.

Hockey / Lacrosse Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at the time of booking.

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     Content:

   • Hockey (e.g. field hockey/ice hockey), ringette, lacrosse and football equipment: helmet, a puck/ring/football/stick, a set of pads, and a pair of cleats, shoes or skates are included as part of one accepted set, per guest.
   • One equipment bag and a maximum of two sticks taped together will be counted as one piece of checked baggage.
   • Hockey sticks must be packed separately from hockey equipment in a hard-sided container or sporting bag.

Golf Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at the time of booking.(At least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time, if travelling in a group of 10 or more people carrying golf set)

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     Content :

   • Including one set of golf clubs and one pair of golf shoes.
   • The golf bag must be covered or enclosed in a heavy, rigid carrying case.
   • All items must be properly encased in a suitable container at the time of check-in.

Scuba Diving Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     Content:

   • Including one empty scuba tank, one scuba regulator, one tank harness, one tank pressure gauge, mask, fins, snorkel and safety vest.
   • All items must be properly encased in a suitable container at the time of check-in.

Bicycle

1.     Pre-advise at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in, it will be charged as oversize baggage USD52.

3.     Content:

   • A non-motorized touring or racing, single-seat bicycle;
   • Deflated tyres;
   • Handlebars have to be removed or fixed sideways, and wrapped in plastic foam or similar material;
   • Pedals must be removed or turned in, before being wrapped in plastic foam or similar material;
   • Packed in a strong and protective hard case or recognized bicycle box at the time of check-in.

4.     Free Bicycle Baggage Allowance:

   • Applicable to all routes operated by Hong Kong Airlines. Each passenger is allowed to enjoy the allowance for one (1) bicycle weighing no more than 23KG;
   • Please contact Hong Kong Airlines Call Centre for bicycle baggage allowance application at least 48 hours prior to departure;
   • Passengers should provide the weight and dimensions of the bicycle clearly for application;
   • The checked bicycle should be well packed at the time of check-in;  
   • If no advance reservation was made, passengers’ bicycle will be treated as standby baggage;
   • In case of any disputes, the decision of Hong Kong Airlines shall be final; 
   • No compensation will be given to passengers whose bicycle is offloaded due to cargo capacity issue;
   • The promotion is valid for tickets issued on or before 31 December, 2019 and the travel period must be finished on or before 31 March, 2020 ;
   • The above offer is only applicable for Economy and/or Business Class (if applicable) ticket on flights marketed and operated by Hong Kong Airlines (HX) only. Codeshare flights operated by other airlines are not eligible.

Ski & Water Ski Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 158 cm/62 in.

3.     Passengers should provide the weight and dimensions of baggage in order to check if cargo compartment space is available at the time of booking

4.     Content:

   • Including ski boot, ski poles, one snow board; one pair of standard water skis or slalom water ski.
   • Equipment must be securely encased in a suitable container at the time of check-in.

5.     If no advance reservation was made, Ski & Water Ski Equipment will be treated as standby baggage.

Surfboard Equipment / Windsurfing Equipment

1.     Pre-advise at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time

2.     Regardless of the actual dimension may be considered as a piece of baggage at 203 cm/80 in, it will be charged as oversize baggage USD150.

3.     Passengers should provide the weight and dimensions of baggage in order to check if cargo compartment space is available at the time of booking.

4.     Content:

   • Surfboards are allowed up to two boards per bag.
   • Windsurfing Equipment including one board and one mast, wooden boom and sail.
   • Windsurfing equipment must be padded and enclosed in a suitable package sufficient to protect from scratches or dents or other damage during normal handling.

5.     If no advance reservation was made, Surfboard Equipment / Windsurfing Equipment will be treated as standby baggage.

Travelling with Pets 

We recommend you check with the local government office for all documentation requirements (i.e. health certificates and travel permits). For import/export/transit regulations of a particular country, please refer to IATA Travel Centre (Choose your destination from the dropdown list under Customs, Currency & Airport information Section) and IATA Traveller's Pets Corner . 

*Due to legal regulations and possible health risks, brachycephalic (snub-nosed, short snout or flat face) cats and dogs are not accepted by Hong Kong Airlines. Please contact our customer service center to confirm the acceptance of your pet.

Preparations for Travelling with Pets 

Please contact our customer service center at least 7 days before departure to confirm the acceptance of your pet.

You will be asked to provide the following information by email or fax when making your reservation:

1. Type and number of pet(s) 

2. Dimensions of the pet container

3. Material and make of the pet container (i.e. solid fiberglass, rigid plastic or metal with strong weld metal mesh which has sufficient ventilation pores)

4. Total weight of the pet and its container

5. Valid health and vaccination certificates, microchip, entry permits and other documents required by the country of entry or transit (please check IATA Travel Centre  under Customs, Currency & Airport information Section for reference)  

· You should prepare your own pet container which must be of suitable size for your pet. \

(Please refer to IATA Traveller's Pets Corner for guidance)

· Please note the following limitations on the number of pets / pet containers that can be carried on different aircraft types. Pets will be carried on a first come first served basis:

· You must provide sufficient food and water before check-in, as your pet cannot be fed during the flight

· You must prepare all of the travel documents in original version and arrive at the airport and check-in at least 2 hours before departure

· Free checked baggage allowance is not applicable to pets and animals and they are subject to excess baggage charges.

Hong Kong Airlines are not responsible for any loss, sickness, injury or death of animals during transportation unless the claims are arising out of our proven negligence or wilful misconduct.

Food item

Different countries have their local customs requirements for importing food items into the countries. You are advised to check with the relevant authorities of the country you are travelling to if you plan to carry food items in your cabin or checked baggage.

Japan

According to the Important Notification from Animal Quarantine Service, beginning 22^ndApril 2019

Penalty for violation against the Act on Domestic Animal Infectious Diseases Control will be applied more stringently for introduction of meat products. Regardless of whether it is abandoned

voluntarily, AQS will cope rigorously with the illegal introduction of meat product

lIt is subject to a penalty in case of confirmation of livestock products such as meat products without import declaration in passenger baggage.

lInspection may require certain time for officers to record the information of passport and boarding pass.

On 1^stJuly 2020, the amendment of the Act on Domestic Animal Infectious Disease Control comes into force, then the punishments change to, In case of introducing livestock products without passing import inspection, persons shall be punished with imprisonment for a term of up to 3 years or a fine of up to 3 million yen (up to 50 million yen for businesses). Please refer to Animal Quarantine Service

Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries website for detail. 

Meals Ready to Eat (M.R.E) and self-heating meals

The heating pack of Meals Ready to Eat (M.R.E) and self-heating meals must be removed before onboard our aircraft, in either carry-on or checked baggage.

Fruit

Fruit can be carried into the cabin as long as the hand-carry is within our cabin baggage limitation or carried as checked baggage. 

Durian and jackfruit are universally banned in aircraft cabin and not allowed in checked baggage.

Seafood, meat and frozen products

Seafood, meat and frozen products can only be carried as checked baggage. It¡¯s your responsibility to make sure you comply with any quarantine restrictions and take relevant liability if you¡¯re transporting seafood, meat or frozen products as checked baggage.

You must pack any seafood, meat and frozen products according to the following requirements:

1. 1.  Seafood, meat and frozen products must be completely frozen and keep in a container that will keep the products frozen;

2. 2.  All seafood, meat and frozen products must be sealed and double wrapped in plastic to prevent any possible leaking during the flight.

Hair Curlers Restrictions in Japan

Hair Curlers / Curling Irons

According to the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau, there is a new restriction on the carriage of hair curlers or curling irons.

If the lithium ion batteries are removed from the body, the carriage is permitted as carry-on or checked baggage. The removed batteries from the body and the spare batteries can be carried in a carry-on baggage only given that the lithium ion battery shall never exceed 160Wh. Otherwise, they are not allowed to be carried by air transportation.

However, for socket type curlers, battery-powered (excluding powered by lithium battery) are not categorized into dangerous goods and there is no restriction on the carriage of these devices. For gas type curlers, carriage is allowed given that the safety cover must securely fitted over the heating part as they contain a hydrocarbon gas.

For Baggage Allowance and Extra Baggage Charges for multi-sector journey involving various airlines

For interline connection involving two or more airlines, the Most Significant Carrier (MSC) i.e. the carrier providing the long haul journey or longest mileage will dominate the free checked baggage allowance for the entire journey.

When stopover(s) is /are made, the free checked baggage allowance of individual carriers will apply for their respective sectors.

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All interpretation of this notice is based on the English version.