Buy Extra Baggage
Updated Aug 6, 2026
Steps
- Go to ugandairlines.com and click 'Manage Booking' in the top navigation (listed as 'Manage your Flights' on the page).
- Retrieve your reservation by entering your six-character booking reference (e.g. 1AF5GB) or 13-digit e-ticket number, together with your last or family name as per passport.
- Select 'Excess Baggage' and choose how many extra bags you need.
- Complete the online payment — you will receive confirmation of the purchased excess baggage.
Prices
Extra checked bags (excess baggage)
Excess baggage is charged per extra piece with a maximum of 2 extra pieces per passenger. Published per-piece rates vary by route and connecting sector (USD 50-200); the same fee structure appears in the official Baggage Policy.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
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| East & Central Africa regional (EBB to/from NBO, MBA, DAR, ZNZ, JRO, JUB, BJM, MGQ) | USD 50 per extra piece |
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| Regional to/from West Africa (EBB-LOS, EBB-ABV) | USD 100 per extra piece |
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| Regional to/from Kinshasa (EBB-FIH) | USD 70 per extra piece |
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| Regional to/from Southern Africa (EBB-JNB, LUN, HRE) | USD 100 per extra piece |
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| Regional to/from UK (EBB-LGW) | USD 200 per extra piece |
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| Regional to/from Middle East (EBB-DXB) | USD 200 per extra piece |
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| Regional to/from Asia (EBB-BOM) | USD 200 per extra piece |
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| Connecting: Regional to/from Regional (excl. JNB & FIH) | USD 50 per extra piece |
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| Connecting: West Africa to/from Regional (excl. JNB & FIH) | USD 100 per extra piece |
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| Connecting: South Africa to/from Regional (excl. FIH) | USD 100 per extra piece |
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| Connecting: Asia or Middle East to/from any other region | USD 200 per extra piece |
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Overweight baggage (heavy single bag 24-32 kg)
Fee/rule information only. A single bag weighing between 24 kg and 32 kg is sold at check-in only — it cannot be pre-booked online. The fee is USD 50 on most routes and USD 70 on Dubai, Mumbai and Asia-connecting sectors.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
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| Heavy bag 24-32 kg - most regional routes | USD 50 |
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| Heavy bag 24-32 kg - EBB-DXB, EBB-BOM and Asia connections | USD 70 |
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Special baggage
Sports equipment (golf, scuba diving, bikes, surfboards, fishing) is included in the free checked baggage allowance as long as items are no longer than 300 cm; one golf bag of up to 15 kg is carried free in addition to the allowance. Cabin baggage occupying a passenger seat (CBBG) must be arranged through sales/reservation offices at least 48 hours before departure.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
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| Golf clubs | Free (1 set up to 15 kg, in addition to allowance) |
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| Scuba diving equipment | Included in free checked baggage allowance |
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| Bikes | Included in free checked baggage allowance |
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| Surfboards & water sports boards | Included in free checked baggage allowance |
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| Fishing equipment | Included in free checked baggage allowance |
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| Cabin baggage on a passenger seat (CBBG) | See official pricing |
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FAQ
Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?
Yes. Excess baggage ('carry more bags by paying online') can be bought online through Manage Booking after retrieving your reservation. Overweight 24-32 kg heavy bags are the exception and are sold at check-in only.
Where do I buy extra baggage?
Go to ugandairlines.com, open 'Manage Booking' (Manage your Flights), and retrieve your booking with your booking reference or e-ticket number plus last name. The excess baggage option is listed among the manage services. Heavy 24-32 kg bags are paid at check-in.
How does Uganda Airlines calculate excess baggage charges?
Charges are per extra piece under the piece concept: USD 50 on East/Central Africa regional routes, USD 70 to Kinshasa, USD 100 to West and Southern Africa, and USD 200 to the UK, Dubai, Mumbai and Asia, with a maximum of 2 extra pieces per passenger. Free checked allowance depends on route and fare type and is indicated on your ticket.
What are the baggage limits?
Economy free checked allowance is typically 2 pieces x 23 kg (2 x 30 kg to Dubai/Asia; 3 x 23 kg to the UK), Premium Economy 2 x 30 kg (2 x 32 kg to Dubai/Asia; 3 x 30 kg to the UK) and Business 2 x 32 kg (3 x 32 kg to the UK). Each checked piece must not exceed 158 cm total dimensions. Carry-on is 1 piece x 7 kg plus 1 personal item (2 x 7 kg in Business); carry-on dimensions are limited to 10 x 16 x 24 inches.
When is the deadline to buy extra baggage?
There is no published online cut-off for extra bags — purchase them any time before departure through Manage Booking. Overweight 24-32 kg heavy bags are sold at check-in only, and cabin baggage occupying a seat (CBBG) must be arranged through a sales/reservation office at least 48 hours before departure.
What are the overweight baggage rules?
A single bag of 24-32 kg is charged USD 50 on most routes and USD 70 on Dubai/Mumbai/Asia sectors, and is paid at check-in only - it cannot be pre-booked online. Sports equipment longer than 300 cm must be sent as cargo.
Do codeshare or partner-operated flights have different baggage rules?
If the first carrier on your booking is not Uganda Airlines, that carrier's baggage policy may apply for the whole itinerary on a single or conjunction ticket, and additional baggage allowance can only be purchased from that carrier.
Can I get a refund for pre-paid extra baggage?
No. Uganda Airlines states the baggage fee is non-refundable once purchased.
Are there any important exceptions I should know?
Infants are entitled to 10 kg under the weight concept or one piece (23/32 kg) under the piece concept, plus a collapsible stroller/pushchair and a carry-cot or car seat. One golf bag (up to 15 kg) is free in addition to your allowance, and cabin baggage occupying a seat (CBBG) must be pre-arranged through sales/reservation offices at least 48 hours before departure.