Royal Jordanian Airlines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

RJ / RJA · Jordan

Prepaid excess baggage through rj.com saves up to 30% online; piece-based airport rates are published by route region (Jordan, Europe, Levant, Gulf, Africa, Far East) with separate UK, USA/Canada and Australia rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Sep 2, 2026

Royal Jordanian 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 concept on all destinations. Weight per piece/total and dimensions vary by corridor; max dimensions 158 cm/62 inches per piece (115 cm/45 inches for infant piece).

LabelAmountNotes
From/to CairoTwo pieces, the weight of each is up to 30 kg
  • Verbatim on https://www.rj.com/en/info-and-tips/baggage-information/checked-luggage under 'Checked baggage allowance from/to Cairo' for Crown Class. The sum of the 3 dimensions of one piece must not exceed 158 cm/62 inches.
  • Children fare: same baggage allowance as passengers paying full adult fare.
From CanadaTwo pieces, the weight of the piece is up to 32 kg
  • Verbatim on checked-luggage page under 'Checked Baggage Allowance from Canada' for Crown Class: 'Two pieces, the weight of the piece is up to 32 kg .The sum of the three dimensions of one piece must not exceed 158 cm/62 inches'.
  • Exception: For itineraries originating from North America, if the first sector is operated by another marketing carrier with their flight number, the respective carrier's rules will apply; otherwise Royal Jordanian rules apply including on RJ-marketed codeshare. For itineraries originating from Amman, RJ rules apply regardless of flight number/operating carrier. Cross-checked on same accordion.
From/to North AmericaTwo pieces, the weight of the piece is up to 32 kg
  • Verbatim on checked-luggage page under 'Checked Baggage Allowance from/to North America' for Crown Class: 'Two pieces, the weight of the piece is up to 32 kg. The sum of the three dimensions of one piece must not exceed 158 cm/62 inches.' Same exception rule as Canada applies.
  • Heavy/extra baggage fees listed separately on this accordion (e.g. Heavy baggage 23→32 kg $110 airport/$80 online/$90 sales offices; Extra bag $275 airport/$248 online/$255 sales offices) are NOT part of free allowance – excluded per SOP.
From Jordan to Europe and vice versa destinationsTwo pieces, the weight of both is up to 30 kg
  • Verbatim on checked-luggage page under 'Checked baggage allowance from Jordan To Europe and Vice Versa Destinations' for Crown Class: 'Two pieces, the weight of both is up to 30 kg . The sum of the three dimensions of one piece must not exceed 158 cm/62 inches'. Verbatim weight is total for both pieces, not per piece.
  • Children fare: same as adult fare. Infants: One piece with a maximum weight of 10 kg/22 lbs, sum of 3 dimensions must not exceed 115cm/45 inches, plus collapsible stroller/basket/car seat if space permits.
All other destinationsTwo pieces, the weight of both is up to 30 kg
  • Verbatim on checked-luggage page under 'Checked baggage allowance to all Other destinations' for Crown Class: 'Two pieces, the weight of both is up to 30 kg The sum of the three dimensions of one piece must not exceed 158 cm/62 inches'. Same total-weight wording as Europe corridor.
  • Notes on same accordion: 'one piece 23 kg from/ To Tunis and Algiers' (economy), 'Baggage allowance for tickets to/from Abu Dhabi operated by Etihad Airways : one piece /23 KG', 'Baggage allowance for tickets from Australia to Amman and beyond : two pieces /the weight of the piece is up to 23' – see economy items for those exceptions. Children same as adult; Infants same 10 kg/115 cm rule plus stroller/basket/car seat.

Carry-on baggage

Crown passengers get two cabin pieces (7 kg each) on all aircraft except Embraers where only one piece is allowed; plus one personal item (5 kg). Size limits 23×41×51 cm (115 cm total).

LabelAmountNotes
Cabin bag – all aircraft except Embraerstwo pieces of carry-on baggage (7 kg each)
  • Verbatim on https://www.rj.com/en/info-and-tips/baggage-information/carry-on-pieces: 'Crown class passengers are allowed two pieces of carry-on baggage ( 7 kg each) in the cabin on all types of aircraft, except on Embraers where only one piece is allowed, according to the set size, weight and shape.'
  • For both Crown and Economy the cabin bag shall meet: 'Its weight shall not exceed 7 kgs.' and 'It may have maximum dimensions of (9X16X20in) or (23X41X51cm) however, the sum of the three dimensions shall not exceed (45 inches) (115 cm). These dimensions include wheels, handles, side pockets, etc.' Must fit under seat or in enclosed storage compartment.
Cabin bag – Embraer aircraftone piece, 7 kg
  • Verbatim exception on same page: 'except on Embraers where only one piece is allowed'. Same size/weight limits 23X41X51cm / 115 cm total, 7 kg max.
Personal item (in addition to cabin bag)one (1) personal item, Maximum dimensions 20x40x35cm, Maximum weight 5 kg
  • Verbatim: 'In addition to the cabin baggage allowance, passengers are permitted to carry one (1) personal item subject to the following limitations with Maximum dimensions of (20x40x35cm) and Maximum weight of 5 kg' and 'The personal item must be placed under the seat in front of the passenger.'
  • Assistive devices (crutches, braces, mobility aids) and infant items (fully collapsible strollers or infant carrying baskets) are not subject to the above personal item weight limitations. Carriage in cabin subject to availability of space/safety; if not possible accepted in hold.
  • May be considered as personal item if complies: umbrella/walking stick, small camera/binoculars, fully collapsible stroller/push chair or infant carrying basket (subject to space), reasonable reading material, crutches/braces, laptop computer.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Royal Jordanian Airlines

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to rj.com and open the 'Excess Baggage' page (under the Before you Fly menu or via the 'RJ à La Carte' Excess Baggage card on the homepage)
  2. Enter your booking reference (PNR) in the 'Booking Reference' field
  3. Enter the passenger's surname
  4. Click 'Next' to retrieve your booking and view the excess baggage options available for your itinerary
  5. Select the additional bag or weight upgrade you need and complete the payment online
  6. Keep the payment confirmation — the prepaid excess baggage is then applied to your booking and shown at the airport

Prices

Piece-based rates for an additional checked bag (max 23 kg) published by route region for airport purchase at Queen Alia and Marka airports; prepaying online is discounted up to 30%.

LabelAmountNotes
From Jordan$35 within Jordan / $150 to Levant / $170 to Gulf, Africa & Far East / $180 to Europe 1 / $190 to Europe 2
  • Per additional piece up to 23 kg.
From Europe 1$180 to Jordan, Levant, Gulf, Africa & Far East / $190 to Europe 2
  • Europe 1: Stockholm, Barcelona, Belgrade, Moscow, Rome, Geneva, Lyon, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Zurich, Vienna.
From Europe 2$190 to Jordan, Europe 1, Levant, Gulf & Africa / $200 to Far East
  • Europe 2: Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Paris, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg.
From Levant$150 within Levant & to Jordan / $170 to Gulf, Africa & Far East / $180 to Europe 1 / $190 to Europe 2
  • Levant: Aleppo, Athens, Antalya, Beirut, Damascus, Istanbul, Larnaca, Paphos, Sharm El Sheikh, Thessaloniki, Tel Aviv, Alexandria, Trabzon.
From Gulf$165 within Gulf & to Far East / $170 to Jordan & Levant / $175 to Africa / $180 to Europe 1 / $190 to Europe 2
  • Gulf: Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Baghdad, Basra, Dammam, Doha, Dubai, Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Medina, Najaf, Riyadh, Sharjah.
From Africa$165 within Africa & to Far East / $170 to Jordan & Levant / $175 to Gulf / $180 to Europe 1 / $190 to Europe 2
  • Africa: Algiers, Benghazi, Cairo, Casablanca, Tripoli, Misrata, Tunis.
From Far East$165 to Gulf & Africa / $170 to Jordan & Levant / $180 within Far East & to Europe 1 / $200 to Europe 2
  • Far East: Bangkok, Mumbai, Delhi, Hong Kong, Tashkent.
London Heathrow/Stansted ↔ AmmanGBP 170
  • Per extra bag.
  • Promotional bag (tickets with no checked baggage, 'Zero Piece'): GBP 85 for the first checked bag.
Dubai ↔ Algiers$275
  • Per extra bag.
Beirut ↔ Amman$75
  • For the first additional bag.
Aqaba ↔ Cairo$95
  • Additional bag; heavy bag (23-32 kg) is $50.
From Australia$200 first additional bag / $300 further additional bags
  • Each additional bag up to 23 kg.
Promotional bag – to USA & Canada$160
  • For tickets including only one piece of checked luggage; can be added only once per sector.
  • SAVER brand: $150 from Chicago ORD, $140 to other USA & Canada points.
Promotional bag – from USA & Canada$170 / CAD 230
  • CAD 230 applies from Canada.
  • For tickets including only one piece of checked luggage; can be added only once per sector.
  • SAVER brand: $160 from Chicago ORD, $150 from other USA & Canada points.
Additional bag – to USA & Canada$275
  • For tickets with two pieces or any further additional luggage.
  • SAVER brand to Chicago ORD: $275; VALUE PLUS & FLEX brands: $260.
Additional bag – from USA & Canada$275 / CAD 380
  • CAD 380 applies from Canada.
  • For tickets with two pieces or any further additional luggage.
  • VALUE PLUS & FLEX brands: $275 from USA & Canada.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Open the 'Excess Baggage' page on rj.com, enter your booking reference and surname, and prepay the excess baggage online at a discounted rate.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Online on the 'Excess Baggage' page at rj.com (up to 30% discount), through RJ sales offices or your travel agent (up to 15% discount), or at the airport at the standard rate.

How does Royal Jordanian calculate extra baggage charges?

Charges are piece-based (per additional piece up to 23 kg) and vary by route region — Jordan, Europe 1, Europe 2, Levant, Gulf, Africa and Far East. Full airport rate tables are published on the Checked Luggage page, with separate UK, USA/Canada and Australia rates.

What are the bag limits for checked baggage?

Checked baggage is piece-based. The maximum weight of any piece on all RJ flights is 32 kg/70 lb; bags over 23 kg up to 32 kg incur heavy piece fees. Bags over 203 cm/80 in total dimensions or 32 kg are not accepted unless classified as special baggage.

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

RJ does not publish a fixed cutoff time on its Excess Baggage page. Prepay online before presenting your baggage at the airport — any excess not prepaid is charged at the standard airport rate.

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

Yes. Prepaid online purchase saves up to 30% vs the airport rate (up to 25% for North America itineraries), and RJ sales offices or travel agents give up to 15% off.

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Bags over 23 kg up to 32 kg and/or over 158 cm up to 203 cm incur heavy baggage fees payable at the airport — e.g. GBP 60 (UK), $115 (USA/Canada), $55 (Beirut), $65 (Australia), $50 (Aqaba–Cairo). Bags exceeding 203 cm/80 in or 32 kg are not accepted unless special.

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

Yes. Codeshare and interline flights are not eligible for prepaid excess baggage — purchase it at check-in at the airport. If a ticket includes flights operated by other airlines, different baggage rules may apply. For itineraries originating from North America operated by another marketing carrier, the operating carrier's rules apply.

Can I get a refund if I cancel or change my booking?

Prepaid excess baggage is not refundable. Refunds are only available in the event of involuntary flight changes or flight cancellation.

Are there any important exceptions or restrictions?

Excess baggage purchase is not permitted on infant tickets. On routes where the free allowance is one 30 kg piece, overweight upgrades are not permitted. Overweight/oversized fees are payable at the airport, not online.

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