Gulf Air Baggage Policy – SearchOFlights

Economy Class (All Fares): One piece, max 6 kg, dimensions up to 45 x 40 x 30 cm (including handles, wheels, and pockets). Must fit under the seat or in the overhead bin.
Falcon Gold (Business Class): One piece, max 9 kg, dimensions up to 55 x 40 x 30 cm, plus one briefcase (max 45 x 40 x 30 cm, total 9 kg combined).
Personal Item: One additional item (e.g., laptop, purse, umbrella, camera, or reading material) permitted free of charge, except for infants under 2 years (3 kg max, 44 x 35 x 20 cm).
Liquids: Containers up to 100 ml, placed in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (total liquid volume not exceeding 1 liter). Prohibited items (e.g., sharp objects, firearms, liquids over 100 ml) must be in checked baggage.

Economy Class:
- Light/Start Fares: 1 piece, up to 23 kg, max dimensions 76 x 51 x 31 cm (or 95 x 75 x 45 cm on some routes).
- Flex Fares: 2 pieces, up to 23 kg each, max dimensions 158 cm (total linear dimensions).
- To/From India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Philippines: 2 pieces, up to 30 kg combined (effective from 15 July 2018).
Falcon Gold (Business Class): 2 pieces, up to 32 kg each, max dimensions 158 cm.
Children (2 years and above): Same allowance as adults, plus one collapsible stroller/pushchair and one car seat.
Infants (under 2 years): 10 kg (44 x 35 x 20 cm), plus one collapsible stroller and one car seat.

Overweight Bags: $50 per piece for bags between 23–32 kg (max 70 lb/32 kg per bag).
Extra Bags: $130–$165 per additional bag, depending on the route and booking method (cheaper if prepaid online, up to 30% discount).
Oversized Bags: Charges apply for items exceeding 158 cm (up to 190 x 75 x 65 cm for special baggage); items larger are transported as cargo.
Prepaid Excess Baggage: Available up to 25 hours before departure via gulfair.com, mobile app, or Gulf Air offices. Must be purchased in 5 kg increments, valid for one year, non-transferable.
Falconflyer Members: Additional allowance—Silver: +15 kg, Gold: +20 kg, Black: +25 kg.
Students: Additional 10 kg (or one 23 kg bag for tickets before 27 Oct 2024) for travel between Bahrain and university/school country, with valid student ID, visa, or acceptance letter.

Sports Equipment: Bicycles (max 15 kg, pedals removed, handlebars aligned, tires deflated, in protective case) and other equipment (e.g., surfboards, kayaks) up to 15 kg are free within allowance; otherwise, excess charges apply ($30–$70). Max dimensions 190 x 75 x 65 cm.
Musical Instruments: Can be carried in the cabin with an extra seat purchase (max 75 kg, 110 x 42 x 50 cm) or as checked baggage within allowance.
Pets: Allowed in the cabin (max 8 kg including container, 50 x 40 x 25 cm) or cargo hold with prior approval, fees $100–$200 depending on route. Requires pet passport, health certificate, and permits. Not allowed to/from UK, Ireland, or certain destinations.
Zamzam Water: 5 kg free (securely wrapped) from specific airports (e.g., DMM, ELQ); not allowed in cabin or at some airports (e.g., RUH).
Medical Equipment: CPAP/POC devices require medical clearance 48 hours prior.

Checked Baggage: Lithium batteries, flammable liquids/gases, corrosives, explosives, disabling devices (e.g., mace, pepper spray).
Carry-On Baggage: Firearms, toy guns, sharp objects, liquids over 100 ml, electroshock weapons. Smart bags with non-removable batteries are prohibited.

Report damage immediately at the airport or within 7 days in writing. Gulf Air’s liability is limited to 1,288 Special Drawing Rights unless a higher value is declared at check-in (extra fee applies).
Delayed baggage: File a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) at the airport. Track status online or via Gulf Air offices.
Gulf Air is not liable for minor wear and tear (e.g., scratches, dents) or damage during customs inspections.