Air Mauritius Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

MK / MAU · Mauritius

Purchase additional checked baggage for Air Mauritius flights. Pricing varies by destination and number of bags. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Air Mauritius Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Piece or weight concept by destination; for tickets issued from 01 April 2026; per adult/child (2+ years); max 23 kg per piece; max dimensions 158 cm (L+W+H).

LabelAmountNotes
Rodrigues15 kg
  • Weight concept; Mauritius–Rodrigues sector; original text: "15 kg" per table.
Reunion1 × 23 kg
  • Piece concept; original text: "1 piece/23 kg".
Madagascar1 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "1 piece/23 kg".
South Africa2 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "2 pieces/ 23 kg each".
France1 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "1 piece/23 kg".
Australia2 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "2 pieces/ 32 kg each" for Business / "2 pieces/ 23 kg each" for Economy; this item is Economy.
India (Mumbai/Delhi/Chennai)2 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "2 pieces/ 23 kg each".
Kuala Lumpur2 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "2 pieces/23 kg each".
Switzerland2 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "2 pieces/ 23 kg each".
United Kingdom2 × 23 kg
  • Original text: "2 pieces/ 23 kg each".
Infants (under 2, no seat)1 × 23 kg
  • Both cabins; except Mauritius–Rodrigues leg where infant allowance is 1 × 5 kg; infants not entitled to carry-on; original text: "Infants are allowed 1 piece/ 23 kg in both Economy and Business class, except on the Mauritius-Rodrigues leg or vice-versa, where the allowance is one piece of 5 kg."
Students (additional)1 × 23 kg
  • One additional piece beyond standard allowance; not applicable on Mauritius–Rodrigues; Bonafide Student proof required; original text: "Students are allowed 01 additional piece of 23 kg, except for travel between Mauritius and Rodrigues."

Carry-on baggage

Hand baggage; max dimensions 115 cm (L+W+H) per bag; infants have no carry-on allowance.

LabelAmountNotes
All routes except Rodrigues1 × 7 kg
  • Original text: "1 piece of hand baggage weighing up to a maximum of 7 kgs."; dimensions should not exceed 115 cm (L+W+H).
Rodrigues1 × 5 kg
  • Mauritius–Rodrigues sector; original text: "Except for Rodrigues : 1 piece/ 5 kg."
InfantsNil
  • Original text: "Infants are not entitled for carry-on luggage."

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Air Mauritius

Buy Baggage
  1. Navigate to Manage My Booking on the Air Mauritius website.
  2. Enter your 6-character booking reference and last name.
  3. Click Manage booking to access your reservation.
  4. Select Extra Baggage or Additional Services in your booking.
  5. Choose the number of extra bags and complete payment.

Prices

Rates vary by destination and number of additional bags purchased. For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues only. Maximum weight: 23 kg (Economy), 32 kg (Business). Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.

LabelAmountNotes
Mauritius to Rodrigues (weight-based)MUR 250 per kg
  • Applies when free baggage allowance is 15 kg.
  • Maximum weight of 23 kg allowed per bag.
First additional bag to Reunion/MadagascarEUR 70
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
Second and more additional bags to Reunion/MadagascarEUR 110
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
First additional bag to South Africa (Johannesburg/Cape Town)EUR 80
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
Second and more additional bags to South AfricaEUR 120
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
First additional bag to Mumbai/Delhi/Chennai/Kuala LumpurEUR 140
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
Second and more additional bags to Mumbai/Delhi/Chennai/Kuala LumpurEUR 260
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
First additional bag to AustraliaEUR 140
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
Second and more additional bags to AustraliaEUR 260
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
First additional bag to FranceEUR 130
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
Second and more additional bags to FranceEUR 260
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
First additional bag to Switzerland/UKEUR 140
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.
Second and more additional bags to Switzerland/UKEUR 260
  • For travel from Mauritius and Rodrigues.
  • Maximum weight: 23 kg for Economy, 32 kg for Business class.
  • Applies to Air Mauritius operated routes only.

FAQ

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Buy extra baggage online at booking, in Manage My Booking after booking, during online check-in, at the airport, or through local ticket offices or Call Centre.

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes, go to Manage My Booking and enter your booking reference and last name to access your booking and purchase extra baggage.

What are the weight and size limits for checked bags?

Maximum weight per bag: 23 kg for Economy class, 32 kg for Business class. Standard maximum dimensions: 158 cm total (height + width + length). Bags between 158 cm and 300 cm incur oversized charges.

How does the airline calculate extra baggage charges?

Rates depend on your destination, number of additional bags, and whether you're purchasing the first or subsequent additional bags. Weight-based charges apply between Mauritius and Rodrigues.

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Overweight charges apply for bags between 23-32 kg in Economy class. Oversized charges (EUR 325) apply for bags with total dimensions between 158-300 cm. Multiple charges may apply if baggage violates multiple rules.

Do partner-operated or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

Yes, if another airline is involved in the journey, their excess baggage policy may apply. For journeys into Mauritius where the partner is the first operating carrier, their rates may be applied. Transatlantic destinations use transatlantic airline charges.

Related airlines

Explore more airline baggage pages to compare rules, fees, and official service links.