Buy Extra Baggage
Updated Apr 25, 2026
Steps
- Visit https://www.turkishairlines.com/en-int/additional-services/excess-baggage/ or open Turkish Airlines mobile app.
- Enter your ticket number or reservation code (PNR) and passenger surname, then click Search.
- Select between 'Extra baggage' (for additional pieces) or 'Overweight baggage' (to add weight to existing baggage).
- Review the price based on your route, fare package, and baggage selection.
- Complete payment online.
Prices
Extra checked bags
Turkish Airlines charges per piece on piece concept routes. Prices vary by route, fare package, and number of bags.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Piece concept routes | $80 USD per piece |
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Oversized bags
Turkish Airlines charges a fixed oversized baggage fee for bags between 158 cm and 292 cm total dimensions.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| International flights | $90 USD per piece |
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| Domestic flights | 1,000 TRY per piece |
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Purchase timing
Turkish Airlines may change extra baggage fees up to 6 hours before the flight.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fare changes before departure | See official pricing |
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Special route rates
Turkish Airlines offers special per-kg rates on TRNC routes.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TRNC flights (soldiers) | 150 TRY per 1 kg |
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| TRNC flights (students) | 150 TRY per 1 kg |
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FAQ
Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?
Yes. Turkish Airlines offers extra baggage purchase online via the website or mobile app.
Where do I buy extra baggage?
Available online via the website, mobile app, sales offices, airport check-in, and call center. Use the excess baggage page or the baggage calculator to estimate fees.
When should I buy extra baggage?
Buy online before departure. Extra baggage fees may change up to 6 hours before the flight.
How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?
Maximum weight per piece is 23 kg for Economy Class and 32 kg for Business Class. No single piece can exceed 32 kg regardless of class. Baggage exceeding 32 kg must be divided into two or more pieces. Maximum 7 checked bags on flights arriving in Cameroon.
How does Turkish Airlines calculate extra baggage charges?
Prices vary by route, fare package (EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly, BusinessFly, BusinessPrime), and number of bags. On piece concept routes, extra baggage is approximately $80 USD per piece. Use the baggage calculator on the website for specific pricing.
What are the oversized baggage rules?
Baggage with total dimensions (width + height + depth) between 158 cm and 292 cm is considered oversized. The oversized fee is $90 USD per piece for international flights and 1,000 TRY for domestic flights, applied regardless of whether the bag is part of the free allowance.
Do partner-airline or interline flights have different baggage rules?
For interline flights, Most Significant Carrier (MSC) rules apply. Extra baggage fees on joint flights may vary; contact sales offices for details. US DOT applications apply for flights to/from the USA, and CTA applications apply for flights to/from Canada.
Are there any important exceptions?
Checked baggage allowances cannot be combined across different PNRs. Infant baggage allowance varies by fare type and route. Star Alliance Gold Card holders receive one extra piece in the Piece System or +20 kg in the Weight System.