Confused about Etihad baggage policy

What is the baggage allowance for Etihad? Flying Economy with Etihad, passengers have a baggage allowance of 2 bags (50 pounds/23 kg each) to/from US and Canada. Business and First Class passengers can bring 2 bags (70 pounds/32 kg each).

1. How strict are Etihad with baggage allowance?
2. Can I check in 2 bags with Etihad?
3. Does Etihad weigh hand luggage?
4. How can I avoid paying for checked baggage?
5. How many kg does Etihad Airways allow?
6. How much do Etihad charge for extra baggage?
7. What is 2pc in baggage allowance?
8. What is allowed in hand luggage Etihad?
9. Is Etihad better or Emirates?
10. What terminal is Etihad?
11. Can you carry a handbag as well as hand luggage?
12. Is Laptop Included in hand luggage Etihad?

How strict are Etihad with baggage allowance?

Due to the space availability Etihad are bit strict about its carry on baggage size and weight; therefore All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Can I check in 2 bags with Etihad?

You can check in as many bags as you like as long the total weight is within your baggage allowance. If you are flying in Economy to the US or Canada, you can check in two bags weighing up to 23kg each. ... Use our calculator to work out the checked baggage allowance for your flight.

Does Etihad weigh hand luggage?

The check in staff are now weighing a lot of hand luggage with Etihad, since they've increased their hold luggage allowance to 30kg. There's a reason why the allowance in the cabin is low, it's because if your fell fell out of a locker onto a kid (perfectly possible) it would probably knock them out.

How can I avoid paying for checked baggage?

Best ways to avoid checked bag fees

1. Hold elite status (or travel with a friend/family member with elite status)
2. Carry the right credit card (or travel with a friend/family member with the right card)
3. Purchase a premium ticket (typically premium economy, business and/or first class)

How many kg does Etihad Airways allow?

How many bags can I carry on Etihad? All Etihad passengers are allowed to carry on a personal item 11 pounds (5 kg) plus 1 standard carry-on piece for Economy 15 pounds (7 kg) and 2 standard carry-on bags for Business and First (26 pounds/12 kg combined total).

How much do Etihad charge for extra baggage?

Excess baggage fees per bag or item:

This will cost between $91 – $115, depending on your destination. Otherwise, it will cost between $208 – $280 to add an additional bag weighing up to 23kg, or between $262 – $335 to add an additional bag weighing up to 32kg.

What is 2pc in baggage allowance?

If your flight ticket is marked with the code “1 PC”, you may take one piece of baggage weighing a maximum of 23 kg. If your flight ticket is marked with the code “2 PC”, you may take two pieces of baggage, each weighing a maximum of 23 kg.

What is allowed in hand luggage Etihad?

Your cabin bag can weigh up to 7kg. You can also bring one personal item on board with you, such as a handbag or laptop bag. Your personal item must fit under the seat in front of you and weigh up to 5kg. If your cabin baggage exceeds our maximum weight or dimension limits, you will be asked to check your bags in.

Is Etihad better or Emirates?

Whilst on quality and brand reputation they may come across quite similar, Emirates is a far larger airline group than Etihad. Its fleet of 268 Airbus A380's and Boeing 777 jets (as of March 2019) is roughly three times as big as Etihad's.

What terminal is Etihad?

Terminal 3 is dedicated to Etihad Airways' departures and arrivals, while Terminals 1 and 2 are used by all other airlines. Find your terminal by entering your flight details, then click on 'Find Terminal'.

Can you carry a handbag as well as hand luggage?

One personal bag, such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack, which must be able to fit under the seat in front of you. One bag. No weight limit but must be able to lift into the overhead locker unaided.

Is Laptop Included in hand luggage Etihad?

Each passenger is allowed to carry on one bag and one personal item such as a laptop bag, handbag, or briefcase. Assistive devices and outer garments do not count as personal items. All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.