AirAsia Baggage Guide & Official Links

AK / AXM · Malaysia

Pre-book checked baggage in weight tiers (15–40 kg) online via Purchases or chat with Bo. Save up to 80% compared to airport rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Official website

Buy Extra Baggage

Updated Apr 25, 2026

Baggage PolicyBuy Baggage
From Official: YesApp purchase: Yes

Steps

  1. Go to airasia.com and log in, then navigate to 'Purchases', or open the AirAsia MOVE app.
  2. Select your booking and choose the 'Add baggage' option.
  3. Select a weight tier (15 kg, 20 kg, 25 kg, 30 kg, or 40 kg on selected routes).
  4. Complete payment online. Alternatively, chat with Bo on the AirAsia MOVE website or app.

Prices

Pre-booked checked baggage

AirAsia sells checked baggage by weight tier, not by piece. Prices depend on route and weight selected. Cheapest at initial booking time.

LabelAmountNotes
Weight tiers availableSee official pricing
  • Available tiers: 15 kg, 20 kg, 25 kg, 30 kg, 40 kg (selected routes only).
  • Up to 60 kg total per person, per way.
  • Each individual bag must not exceed 32 kg.
  • Price varies by route and tier — check Manage Booking or Purchases for live pricing.
At initial bookingSee official pricing
  • Lowest price available during the initial flight booking process.
  • Baggage add-on is selected before payment.
Via Purchases page / chat with BoSee official pricing
  • Upgrade from 20 kg to 25 kg or more via Purchases page or by chatting with Bo on the AirAsia MOVE app.
  • Available up to 2 hours before scheduled departure time.
  • Up to 4 hours before departure to get the pre-book rate.
  • Higher than initial booking price, but lower than airport rates.

Overweight and excess baggage

Excess baggage above the purchased allowance is charged per kg at the prevailing airport rate on the day of travel.

LabelAmountNotes
Excess baggage at airportSee official pricing
  • Charged per kilogram for weight exceeding the purchased allowance.
  • Rate is the prevailing fee on the day of travel, billed in the departure country's currency.
  • Significantly more expensive than pre-booking online (up to 80% higher).
Overweight limitSee official pricing
  • No single checked item is accepted if it exceeds 32 kg (70 lb).
  • Bags above 32 kg must be repacked or sent as cargo.

Sports equipment

Sports equipment counts toward the total checked baggage weight allowance and must be pre-booked.

LabelAmountNotes
General sports itemsSee official pricing
  • Accepted as checked baggage but must be pre-booked.
  • Counts toward the total weight allowance (not a separate free allowance).
  • Includes golf bags, surfboards, bicycles, etc.

Airport vs. online pricing

Airport baggage fees are the highest. Pre-booking online can save up to 80% compared to airport counter charges.

LabelAmountNotes
Airport check-in counterSee official pricing
  • Highest price — excess baggage charged per kg at the prevailing rate.
  • Billed in the departure country's currency.
Savings by pre-bookingSee official pricing
  • AirAsia states savings of up to 80% compared to airport counter charges.
  • Best price at initial booking time, higher but still discounted when added later via Purchases.
  • Pre-book rate available up to 4 hours before departure.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Upgrade your checked baggage via the Purchases page on airasia.com, or chat with Bo on the AirAsia MOVE app, up to 2 hours before departure.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

During initial booking (cheapest), via the Purchases page after booking, by chatting with Bo on AirAsia MOVE, or at the airport check-in counter (most expensive).

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

Pre-book rate available up to 4 hours before departure. Chat with Bo available up to 2 hours before departure. Airport counter available until check-in closes.

How does AirAsia calculate extra baggage charges?

Checked baggage is sold by weight tier (15, 20, 25, 30, or 40 kg), not per piece. Prices depend on route and weight selected. Excess baggage beyond the purchased allowance is charged per kg at the airport rate.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online vs at the airport?

Yes. Pre-booking online saves up to 80% compared to airport counter charges. The cheapest rate is during initial flight booking.

How much extra baggage can I buy?

Up to 60 kg per person, per way. Individual bags must not exceed 32 kg. 40 kg tier is available only on selected routes.

What happens if my bag is overweight or oversized?

Excess baggage above the purchased allowance is charged per kg at the prevailing airport rate on the day of travel, billed in the departure country's currency. No single checked item exceeding 32 kg (70 lb) is accepted — bags above 32 kg must be repacked or sent as cargo.

Can I get a refund on extra baggage?

Baggage purchases are generally non-refundable. Unused weight allowance cannot be transferred or exchanged.

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