Austrian Airlines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

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Purchase additional checked baggage online (pre-paid) through My Bookings, via the Austrian app, by calling the service desk, or at the airport. Prices vary by route zone (within Austria, within Europe, intercontinental) and by fare type. Pre-purchase prices are lower than airport rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage Policy Official website

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Austrian Airlines 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-based; varies by fare and whether route is continental (within Europe) or intercontinental. Max size 158 cm (W+H+D) per piece. Light/Basic fares include no free baggage on certain routes.

Label	Amount	Notes
Continental — Economy Basic	No free checked baggage	Verbatim from FAQ 'Is baggage included in my fare?' under Continental routes: 'Economy: 1 x 23 kg (No free baggage allowance for Economy Basic and Economy Light fare)'. Applies to short- and medium-haul European routes. Max size 158 cm (width + height + depth) per piece; Larger/heavier or additional pieces carried as excess baggage (free-baggage page: 'maximum dimensions of 158 cm' and 'weigh a maximum of 23 kg').
Continental — Economy Light	No free checked baggage	Same FAQ line as Economy Basic: 'No free baggage allowance for Economy Basic and Economy Light fare' on continental routes. Additional context from FAQ section 'Baggage on the Economy Basic on short- and medium-haul flights and Light fare': checked bag can be added via website/Service Team/agency/airport at higher airport price; fee charged once per outbound and once per return; stopover triggers re-charge.
Continental — Economy Classic (Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex)	1 × 23 kg	Verbatim FAQ Continental: 'Economy: 1 x 23 kg' — applies when not on Basic/Light fare. Frequency: short/medium-haul European routes. Max dimensions 158 cm per piece; max weight 23 kg per piece (free-baggage page).
Intercontinental — Economy Light	No free checked baggage	Verbatim from FAQ under Intercontinental routes: 'Economy: 1 x 23 kg (No free baggage allowance for Economy Light fare)'. Bag must not exceed 158 cm total size (FAQ: 'Baggage items must not exceed a total size of 158 cm').
Intercontinental — Economy Class	1 × 23 kg	Verbatim FAQ Intercontinental: 'Economy: 1 x 23 kg' — standard Economy on long-haul when not Light fare. Max size 158 cm (W+H+D) per piece; max weight 23 kg.

Intercontinental only; 1–2 pieces up to 23 kg each depending on fare. Max size 158 cm per piece.

Label	Amount	Notes
Intercontinental — Premium Economy Light	1 × 23 kg	Verbatim FAQ Intercontinental: 'Premium Economy: 2x 23 kg (Premium Economy Light fare: 1 x 23kg)' — Light fare entitlement is 1 piece. Max size 158 cm per piece.
Intercontinental — Premium Economy Class	2 × 23 kg	Verbatim FAQ Intercontinental: 'Premium Economy: 2x 23 kg' for standard Premium Economy fare. Max size 158 cm per piece; max weight 23 kg per piece.

1–2 pieces up to 32 kg each; fare-dependent on both continental and intercontinental. Max size 158 cm per piece.

Label	Amount	Notes
Continental — Business Comfort	1 × 32 kg	Verbatim FAQ Continental: 'Business: 2 x 32 kg (Business Comfort fare: 1x 32 kg)' — Comfort variant limited to 1 piece. Max size 158 cm per piece; business max weight 32 kg (free-baggage page: 'or 32 kg in Business Class').
Continental — Business Flex (and other Business fares)	2 × 32 kg	Verbatim FAQ Continental: 'Business: 2 x 32 kg' — standard continental Business entitlement. Max size 158 cm per piece; max weight 32 kg per piece.
Intercontinental — Business Light	1 × 32 kg	Verbatim FAQ Intercontinental: 'Business: 2 x 32 kg (Business Light fare: 1x 32 kg)' — Light fare limited to 1 piece.
Intercontinental — Business Class	2 × 32 kg	Verbatim FAQ Intercontinental: 'Business: 2 x 32 kg' for standard Business fare. Max size 158 cm per piece; max weight 32 kg per piece.

Carry-on baggage

Short/medium-haul Economy Basic includes personal item only; other Economy fares include personal item + 1 cabin bag up to 8 kg. Long-haul Economy same as other Economy fares.

Label	Amount	Notes
Short/medium-haul — Economy Basic	1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm)	Verbatim from hand baggage page Short- and medium-haul section under Economy Basic: '1 personal item' and 'max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm'; no cabin bag included for this fare. Personal item stowed under seat in front. HON Circle, Senator and Star Alliance Gold on Economy Basic short/medium-haul may bring one carry-on bag (max. 55×40×23 cm, up to 8 kg) in addition to personal item as status exception (hand baggage page footnote). FAQ confirms: 'Economy Basic fare on short- and medium-haul flights does not include a carry-on baggage. You can book a carry-on baggage online via My Bookings or through the Service Center. It is not possible to purchase a carry-on baggage at the airport.'
Short/medium-haul — Economy Light, Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex	1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm) + 1 × 8 kg (max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm)	Verbatim from hand baggage page Short- and medium-haul section: '1 personal item' 'max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm' plus '1 item of carry-on baggage' 'max. 8 kg' 'max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm' for Economy Light, Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex. Large cabin bag stowed in overhead bin; personal item under seat.
Long-haul — Economy	1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm) + 1 × 8 kg (max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm)	Verbatim from hand baggage page Long-haul section under Economy: '1 personal item' 'max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm' plus '1 item of carry-on baggage' 'max. 8 kg' 'max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm'. Same allowance for Economy Light (with no free checked bag) and Economy Class on long-haul.

1 personal item + 2 cabin bags each up to 8 kg on all routes. Same dimensions per bag.

Label	Amount	Notes
Short/medium-haul — Business Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex	1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm) + 2 × 8 kg (max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm each)	Verbatim from hand baggage page Short- and medium-haul section under Business Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex: '1 personal item' 'max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm' plus '2 items of carry-on baggage' 'max. 8 kg' 'max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm'. Each cabin bag max 8 kg and max 55×40×23 cm; large items in overhead bin, personal item under seat.
Long-haul — Business	1 personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm) + 2 × 8 kg (max. 55 × 40 × 23 cm each)	Verbatim from hand baggage page Long-haul section under Business: '1 personal item' 'max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm' plus '2 items of carry-on baggage' 'max. 8 kg' 'max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm'. On high-load or small-aircraft flights, compliant cabin baggage may be loaded into hold due to limited overhead space; regional restrictions may require second cabin bag to be checked in First/Business on certain regional flights or country-specific rules (e.g. USA/India departures) — hand baggage page footnote.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Austrian Airlines

Buy Baggage

Go to https://www.austrian.com and click on 'My bookings' in the navigation menu.
Log in using one of the following methods:
- Enter booking reference/code and passenger name, or
- Login with your Miles & More account or Travel ID credentials.
Select your booking from the list.
Choose 'Add baggage' or 'Additional baggage' option.
Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.

Prices

Pricing varies by fare type and route zone. Light fare add-ons and standard additional bags are priced differently.

Label	Amount	Notes
Light fare - within Austria	EUR 20	For additional baggage on Light/Saver fares within Austria. Applies to passengers without free checked allowance.
Light fare - within Europe	EUR 30	For additional baggage on Light/Saver fares within Europe (excludes domestic Austrian routes).
Light fare - intercontinental	EUR 75	For additional baggage on Light/Saver fares for intercontinental flights.
Standard fare	EUR 30-75	Price varies by route zone and destination. Use baggage calculator for exact pricing on specific routes.
Second checked bag	EUR 30-100	For second checked bag when first is included in fare. Pricing varies by route zone and travel class.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Austrian Airlines offers extra baggage purchase online via My Bookings on the website or through the Austrian app.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Purchase online via My Bookings, the Austrian app, by calling the service desk at +43 51766 1000, or at the airport check-in counter.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Online pre-purchase is available from booking until check-in opens. Pre-purchase prices are lower than airport rates.

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

Yes. Online pre-purchase prices are significantly lower than airport rates. Airport rates range from EUR 50-200.

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?

Maximum weight is 23 kg (50 lbs) for Economy Class and 32 kg (70 lbs) for Business Class. Recommended maximum dimensions are 158 cm (62 in) total. Bags exceeding 158 cm count as excess baggage. For more than 5 extra bags, advance registration by phone is required.

How does Austrian Airlines calculate extra baggage charges?

Pricing is based on three route zones (within Austria, within Europe, intercontinental) and fare type. Light fare add-ons range from EUR 20 to EUR 75. Standard additional bags are EUR 30-75, and second bags are EUR 30-100. Use the baggage calculator for exact pricing.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Overweight (24-32 kg): EUR 50-150 per bag. Oversize (158-292 cm): EUR 50-200 per bag. Bags over 32 kg or 292 cm are not accepted as checked baggage. Bags exceeding 158 cm or over 23 kg must be registered with the service desk in advance.

How do I pay for extra baggage?

Credit/debit card, PayPal, and Cash & Miles payment options are available. A ticket service fee may also apply for baggage purchases.

Do partner-airline flights have different baggage rules?

Austrian Airlines is a Lufthansa Group airline with similar baggage policies to Lufthansa, SWISS, and Brussels Airlines. Miles & More members may have different free baggage allowances depending on tier.

Are there any important exceptions?

For more than 5 extra bags, advance registration by phone is required.

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