Azul Brazilian Airlines’ baggage policy varies by fare type, route, and destination, with specific rules for carry-on and checked baggage. Below is a concise summary based on the latest information from their official website and other reliable sources.
Carry-On Baggage (Free):
- Personal Item: All passengers are allowed one personal item (e.g., purse, laptop bag, small backpack) free, with maximum dimensions of 45 x 25 x 20 cm (17.7 x 9.8 x 7.9 inches). It must fit under the seat in front of you. No weight limit is specified, but it should be light.
- Standard Carry-On:
- All fare types (Azul, Mais Azul, Business) allow one carry-on bag, maximum dimensions 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 inches, sum ≤ 115 cm/45 inches), including handles and wheels, and maximum weight of 10 kg (22 lbs). It must fit in the overhead bin.
- For flights from Orlando (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL), the personal item is subject to inspection at check-in to ensure compliance.
- Notes: On smaller aircraft (e.g., 50 seats or less, like Azul Conecta’s Cessna 208), only one personal item may be allowed due to limited overhead space, with carry-ons checked at the gate for free. If carry-ons exceed size/weight limits, they may be checked with fees (e.g., $50–$100). Reddit posts note Azul is generally lenient with carry-on weight unless flights are full, but gate agents may enforce size limits.
- Liquids: Follows the 3-1-1 rule (100 ml/3.4 oz containers in a 1-liter transparent bag). Exemptions for baby formula, medications, and sealed duty-free items.
Excess Baggage Fees:
Domestic Flights:
- Extra bag: R$50 ($9) prepaid, R$100 ($18) at airport for first bag; R$100–$150 ($18–$27) for additional bags.
- Overweight (23–32 kg): R$23 ($4) per kg (e.g., Congonhas–Santos Dumont).
- Oversized (159–230 cm): ~R$100 ($18).
International Flights:
- Extra bag: $50–$100 (first), $100–$200 (second+), depending on route (e.g., $100 to U.S., $50 to South America).
- Overweight (23–32 kg): $100; 32–45 kg: $200 (not accepted for Europe).
- Oversized (159–230 cm): $100–$200.
Special Items:
- Sports Equipment: Bicycles, surfboards, golf clubs, etc., count as one checked bag if within 23 kg/158 cm. Fee for excess is $150 (international) or R$100 (domestic). Requires prior notice and proper packing (e.g., bikes disassembled in a case).
- Musical Instruments: Small instruments (≤115 cm) count as carry-on. Larger ones can be checked (subject to fees) or require an extra seat purchase. Contact Azul in advance.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and household birds (domestic Brazil only) allowed in cabin for $125 (domestic) or $200 (international), in a carrier (≤43 x 31.5 x 20 cm, ≤7 kg including pet). Counts as carry-on. Pets in hold require prior arrangement.
- Mobility Aids: Wheelchairs, scooters, and medical devices (e.g., CPAP) are free and don’t count toward limits. Notify Azul 48 hours in advance.
- TVs/Monitors: Up to 26 inches count as checked baggage; 26–55 inches cost ~R$100–$200; over 55 inches must be shipped as cargo.
- Prohibited Items: Hazardous materials (e.g., batteries, flammable liquids, firearms) are banned. Magnetic equipment (e.g., speakers) ≤95 cm can be checked; larger items go via cargo.
