Can I check a cardboard box on a Qantas flight?

The box will count as one item of your checked baggage - no different to what a suitcase would. At check-in it's likely you will be required to sign a waiver that the airline will take limited responsibility for the contents - this is fairly common when using a box.

1. What size box can you check on a plane?
2. How do I check a box on a plane?
3. Can I check a box instead of a suitcase?
4. Can I check a cardboard box as luggage?
5. How do you pack a carton box for a flight?
6. What items are not allowed in checked luggage?
7. What size box Can I check on Southwest?
8. Can I check a cardboard box on American Airlines?
9. Can you check a pack n play on an airplane?
10. Can I take a large box on an airplane?
11. What size box Can I check on Delta?
12. How do I pack my PC for air travel?

What size box can you check on a plane?

Checked Luggage

The most common maximum size bag allowed is 62 linear (total) inches. A common size bag for checking through is: 27" x 21" x 14". Airline carriers will allow overweight, oversize or additional baggage for additional fees.

How do I check a box on a plane?

Can I pack a cardboard box as checked luggage?

1. Spray paint the box black so it's not obvious there's a computer inside.
2. Wrap the entire box with duct tape to reinforce it.
3. Use tape to seal the "hand holes" on either side used for carrying the box.
4. Run packing tape around all the edges to reinforce the box.
5. Write "FRAGILE" on multiple sides of the box.

Can I check a box instead of a suitcase?

Re: Cardboard box instead of suitcase ? As long as it meets the size and weight limits, sure. But make sure it's sturdy and taped up properly and that you've got everything packed properly to prevent things from breaking, spilling, or getting damaged.

Can I check a cardboard box as luggage?

It is solid - especially if you wrap it in plastic before checking it in. It can be carried by any airline - I looked online for a while, and could not find any airline that would refuse to carry a cardboard box, as long as it fit the required dimensions.

How do you pack a carton box for a flight?

You want your items to avoid shifting during transit, so whatever packing material you use, pack your box tightly to the brim. To expand on Tim's answer, most airlines will happily accept cardboard boxes. They'll likely warn you that the airports and airline aren't responsible.

What items are not allowed in checked luggage?

8 Things You Should Never Pack in Your Checked Bag

• Never Pack These Items in Your Checked Baggage. Airfarewatchdog. ...
• Medications. ...
• Laptops, Tablets, E-Readers, and Other Electronics. ...
• Jewelry, Cash, and Other Valuables. ...
• All Clothing. ...
• Passports and Essential Documents. ...
• Matches, Lighters, E-Cigarettes, and Vaping Pens. ...
• Lithium Batteries.

What size box Can I check on Southwest?

Southwest will accept the first two checked bags for free provided that the bags do not exceed 50 lbs and 62 inches (L+W+H). Overweight items from 50 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for a charge of $75 per item.

Can I check a cardboard box on American Airlines?

Yes American Airlines allows its guests to take cardboard boxes as checked luggage as long as they meet the airline luggage rules size and weight.

Can you check a pack n play on an airplane?

We don't consider pack 'n' plays, collapsible cribs and similar products transportation devices. Therefore, you won't be able to check these items at the gate. Customers who bring these items to the airport will need to check them as part of their checked bag allowance before going through security.

Can I take a large box on an airplane?

Re: Checked Baggage

I've checked boxes before without any problem, you'll be asked what's in the box and must sign a damage waiver. ... Overweight items from 51 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for an overweight and oversize baggage fee of $75 per item.

What size box Can I check on Delta?

Delta Airlines' (DL) standard checked baggage / hold luggage policy details follow: 2 bags standard, up to 10 bags maximum (up to 4 bags on Delta Connection) Maximum dimensions: 62 inches or 157 centimeters (length + width + height). Maximum weight: 50 pounds or 23 kilograms.

How do I pack my PC for air travel?

So in terms of security screening, there is nothing to stop you from packing a desktop computer case in either carry-on baggage or checked baggage. The only stipulation is that if you fly with your computer in a carry-on bag you must remove it from your luggage and place it in a separate bin from x-ray screening.