Air North, Yukon’s Airline, has a baggage policy that varies by route, aircraft type, and fare class. Below is a concise summary based on the latest information from their official website and other reliable sources.
Carry-On Baggage (Free):
- Personal Item: One personal item (e.g., purse, laptop bag, overcoat, small camera, duty-free goods) is allowed free, with maximum dimensions of 41 x 15 x 33 cm (16 x 6 x 13 inches). It must fit under the seat.
- Standard Carry-On:
- Boeing 737 and ATR 42 Routes: One carry-on bag, maximum dimensions 54 x 22 x 38 cm (21 x 9 x 15 inches), with a combined weight of 10 kg (22 lbs) including the personal item.
- E170 Jet: One carry-on bag, maximum 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 inches, sum ≤ 115 cm/45 inches), up to 9 kg (20 lbs).
- E120 Brasilia: One carry-on bag, maximum 48 x 34 x 21 cm (19 x 13 x 8 inches, sum ≤ 103 cm/41 inches), up to 4 kg (9 lbs).
- Small Aircraft (≤19 seats, e.g., Cessna 208): Only a small, soft handbag is allowed; all other baggage must be checked.
- Notes: Carry-ons must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat. Infants can have dietary/sanitation items (e.g., baby food) in addition to the personal item. If carry-ons exceed limits or space is limited, they may be checked at the gate, potentially with fees. Liquids follow the 3-1-1 rule (100 ml/3.4 oz in a 1-liter clear bag).
Checked Baggage (Free Allowance):
Size and Weight Limits: Maximum size per bag is 157–203 cm (62–80 inches, length + width + height). Maximum weight varies:
- Boeing 737/E170 Jet: 23 kg (50 lbs) per bag, up to 2 bags.
- E120 Brasilia: 13 kg (29 lbs) total.
- ATR 42: 20 kg (44 lbs) total.
- Bags over 32 kg (70 lbs) or 203 cm are not accepted and must be shipped as cargo.
Allowance by Route:
- Southern Routes (e.g., Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna, Victoria, Ottawa, Vancouver, Yellowknife): 2 bags, each up to 23 kg (50 lbs), included with all fares (GoYukon, Saver, Optimum).
- Northern Routes (e.g., Dawson City, Old Crow, Inuvik): 20 kg (44 lbs) total on ATR 42, 13 kg (29 lbs) on E120 Brasilia.
- Infants: 20 kg (44 lbs) checked baggage plus one collapsible stroller, push-chair, cot, bassinet, or car seat.
Excess Baggage Fees:
- Extra Bags: $42–$45.20 per bag (up to 2 additional bags, total 4 per passenger).
- Overweight/Oversized: Fees vary by route and aircraft, typically $10–$50 per bag. Prepay up to 24 hours before departure to save up to 50%
- Note: Exact fees depend on route and aircraft; check with Air North for specifics. Bags exceeding 4 total or 32 kg/203 cm must be shipped as cargo.
Special Items:
- Sports Equipment: Fishing rods, football equipment, golf clubs, hockey/ringette/lacrosse gear, and ski/snowboard equipment are exempt from oversized/overweight fees if within allowance. Bicycles in a box incur a $52.50–$56.50 fee (taxes included) and don’t count as part of the free allowance. Other sports items count toward allowance; excess fees apply.
- Musical Instruments: Small instruments (≤115 cm) can replace carry-on. Larger ones are checked (subject to fees) or require an extra seat purchase. Contact Air North in advance.
- Pets: Allowed in-cabin (Boeing 737 only, ≤18 x 15 x 9 inches kennel, counts as carry-on) or as checked baggage (with approval 48 hours prior). Fees apply; vaccinations and harness required.
- Mobility Aids: Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and medical devices (e.g., CPAP) are free and don’t count toward limits. Notify Air North 48 hours in advance.
- Prohibited Items: Flammable liquids (e.g., paint), explosives, and certain batteries are banned. Lithium batteries (e.g., e-cigarettes) must be in carry-ons. Check Transport Canada’s guidelines.
