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Iberia Airlines Baggage Policy

Iberia Airlines Baggage Policy Overview
Carry-On Baggage:
  • All Classes: One carry-on bag, max dimensions 56 x 40 x 25 cm (including handles, wheels, and pockets), must fit in overhead bin or under seat.
    • Economy/Premium Economy: Max 10 kg (22 lbs).
    • Business Class (Short/Medium Haul): Max 14 kg (31 lbs).
    • Business Plus (Long Haul): 2 pieces, max 14 kg each.
  • Personal Item: One additional item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag, briefcase), max 40 x 30 x 15 cm, must fit under seat.
  • Infants (under 2 years): One baby bag (for food/drink/items needed during flight) in addition to adult’s allowance.
  • Liquids: Containers up to 100 ml in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (total volume not exceeding 1 liter).
  • U.S. Flights: Only one carry-on and one personal item allowed due to security restrictions.
  • Note: If overhead space is limited, carry-on may be gate-checked at no cost, but excess weight/size incurs fees ($90–$105). Iberia enforces size/weight limits strictly, especially on full flights.
Excess Baggage Fees:
  • Overweight (23–32 kg): €12–€15/kg (domestic/international), or €60 flat fee per piece on some routes (e.g., Peru, Ecuador). Prepay online for 30% discount.
  • Extra Bags: €65–€150 per bag, depending on route and purchase time (online cheaper). Examples:
    • Domestic: €65–€80.
    • Europe/Africa: €75–€100.
    • Americas/Asia: €100–€300.
  • Oversized (158–190 cm): €150–€200 per piece, varies by route.
  • Note: Fees apply per flight segment, not entire journey. Cash not accepted at some airports (e.g., Heathrow).
Special Baggage:
  • Sports Equipment (e.g., skis, golf clubs, bicycles): Counts as checked baggage within allowance; otherwise, €45–€200 per item (online cheaper). Max 23 kg, 190 x 75 x 65 cm. Free on long-haul flights if within allowance. Requires advance booking.
  • Musical Instruments:
    • Cabin: Max 30 x 120 x 42 cm (e.g., guitar) as sole carry-on.
    • Extra Seat: Max 110 x 42 x 50 cm, contact Booking Centre.
    • Checked: Max 190 x 75 x 65 cm, 23 kg, standard fees apply.
  • Pets: Cabin (max 8 kg including carrier, 45 x 35 x 25 cm, €25–€120) or hold (€50–€300), requires prior approval, pet passport, health certificate. Not allowed to/from UK in cabin/hold, only as cargo.
  • Firearms: Checked in hold only, unloaded, in a secure case, €90 fee. Requires airport Firearms Office paperwork.
  • Plants/Flowers: Allowed if compliant with size/weight and destination agricultural rules
Prohibited Items:
  • Checked Baggage: Explosives, flammable liquids/gases, corrosives, lithium batteries (>160 Wh), toxic/radioactive substances.
  • Carry-On Baggage: Firearms, sharp objects, liquids over 100 ml, stun devices, tools with sharp edges.
  • Note: CPAP machines allowed with FAA approval tag or documentation. Medications requiring syringes need a medical certificate.
Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage:
  • Reporting: File a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) at the airport baggage desk immediately. Claims within 7 days (damage/loss) or 21 days (delay).
  • Liability: Max 1,288 Special Drawing Rights unless higher value declared (5% fee per 1,000 declared value).
  • Lost Items: Contact lost and found with ID/passport for items left onboard or in lounges.