Confused by Condor baggage policy and weigh-ins

1. Are cabin bags weighed?
2. Do Condor flights include baggage?
3. What is the maximum weight for hand luggage?
4. Why is cabin baggage weighed?
5. How do you tell if your luggage is over 50 pounds without a scale?
6. What happens if carry on is too heavy?
7. Does backpack count as carry-on?
8. What airlines allow 2 free checked bags?
9. What is a free baggage allowance?
10. Can I take 2 bags as hand luggage?
11. Is laptop bag considered as hand luggage?
12. What is the standard size of check in luggage?

Are cabin bags weighed?

You will find, as has been said, that most airlines now weigh hand luggage, especially if it looks heavy. I would not assume that you will be able to take it in the cabin, they could make you change it for hold luggage, be prepared for this. Most people conform with the restrictions - you should do the same.

Do Condor flights include baggage?

Business Class

In general, any number of baggage items can be included in the free baggage allowance on Condor flights in Zones 1-4. ... If the specified outer dimensions or free baggage allowance are exceeded, excess baggage charges will be charged. The additional baggage can be checked with your other checked baggage.

What is the maximum weight for hand luggage?

No weight limit but must be able to lift into the overhead locker unaided. 56 x 45 x 25cm, including any wheels and handles. Up to 10kg in one bag, which must be able to fit under the seat in front of you. Up to 23kg in one bag, plus one personal bag or laptop bag up to 23kg.

Why is cabin baggage weighed?

Virgin Australia says from tomorrow, passengers should expect to have their carry-on bags weighed at various points in their journey, including at the check-in desk and the boarding gate, to ensure they comply with the 7kg limit.

How do you tell if your luggage is over 50 pounds without a scale?

Here's how you can do it:

1. Stand on the scale and weigh yourself. Record your measurement.
2. Then this time, carry your suitcase and stand on the scale. Weigh yourself and record the measurement again.
3. Now, subtract the first number to the second number you get. This is now the weight of your luggage.

What happens if carry on is too heavy?

What happens if my cabin baggage is too heavy or too large to carry onboard? If your cabin baggage is greater than the cabin baggage allowance, the gate agent will let you know; baggage exceeding cabin baggage allowance will be treated as checked baggage.

Does backpack count as carry-on?

Most airlines allow passengers to bring on both a carry-on and a personal item like a backpack, laptop bag, purse, briefcase, shopping bag, etc. The general rule of thumb is that your personal item is smaller in dimension than your carry-on bag and it can fit underneath the seat in front of you.

What airlines allow 2 free checked bags?

As far as U.S. airlines go, only two permit their passengers to check bags for free. These are Cape Air and Southwest Airlines. Cape Air offers free carry-on, gate checked and checked bags on the airline's Cessna 402C air crafts for domestic flights, excluding trips to the Caribbean.

What is a free baggage allowance?

It is the maximum which can be carried free of charge, and it varies according to the class, origin and destination. If your ticket indicates "Baggage Allowance: 0PC" (zero pieces) it means that your fare does not include free baggage transport in the hold. ...

Can I take 2 bags as hand luggage?

Your cabin luggage may be less than 7kg, but if it's in multiple bags, it may not be allowed on board. ... The move follows an internal CISF report that most people carry two hand bags, other than a personal item, leading to delay in security check.

Is laptop bag considered as hand luggage?

While regulations allow for only one item as hand baggage, passengers are allowed to carry hand bags and laptop bags with them.

What is the standard size of check in luggage?

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.