Economy Class: 1 piece of carry-on baggage, max 7 kg (15 lbs), dimensions up to 55 x 25 x 35 cm (21.7 x 9.8 x 13.8 in), plus 1 personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop, small backpack) that fits under the seat.
Business Class: 2 pieces of carry-on baggage, max 12 kg (26 lbs) total, same dimensions as Economy.
Infants (under 2 years, not occupying a seat): 1 piece, max 12 kg, max 55 x 25 x 35 cm. Car seats for infants with a booked seat are allowed in addition to the normal allowance.
Additional Items: Free items include an overcoat, umbrella, walking stick, small camera, laptop, or reasonable reading material. 1 duty-free bag permitted.
Liquids, Aerosols, Gels (LAGs): Containers up to 100 ml in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (total volume ≤ 1 liter).
Notes: All carry-on must have an "approved KQ cabin luggage" label. Strict enforcement at Nairobi (NBO) and other major hubs. Oversized/overweight carry-on may be checked into the hold for ~$60–$100 USD if within checked baggage limits; otherwise, excess fees apply. Bulkhead seats lack under-seat storage during takeoff/landing.
Checked Baggage
Max Limits: Each bag up to 32 kg (70 lbs), max 158 cm (62 in, length + width + height). Exceptions: 180 cm (71 in) for flights from Dubai (DXB), Bangkok (BKK), Mumbai (BOM), Hong Kong (HKG), Guangzhou (CAN). Bags over 32 kg or 300 cm must be shipped via cargo.
International Flights:
Between Africa and America/Europe:
Economy: 2 pieces, 23 kg (50 lbs) each.
Premier World (Business): 2 pieces, 32 kg (70 lbs) each.
Within Africa:
Economy: 1 piece, 23 kg (50 lbs).
Premier World: 2 pieces, 32 kg (70 lbs) each.
Africa to Middle East/Asia:
Economy: 2 pieces, 23 kg (50 lbs) each.
Premier World: 2 pieces, 32 kg (70 lbs) each.
Domestic Flights (Kenya):
Economy: 1 piece, 20–25 kg (44–55 lbs, varies by route).
Premier World: 2 pieces, 32 kg (70 lbs) each.
Children (2+ years): Same allowance as adults.
Infants (under 2 years): 1 collapsible stroller and 1 car seat free. No checked baggage allowance unless ticketed separately.
Pooling: Allowed for families or groups traveling together to the same destination on the same flight. Total number of bags can be pooled, but each bag must not exceed 23 kg (Economy) or 32 kg (Business).
Notes: Checked baggage must have a name label with passenger’s name, address, and phone number. Allowance may vary for codeshare/interline flights per IATA Resolution 302 (Most Significant Carrier rules).
Excess Baggage Fees (One-Way)
Extra Bag (up to 23 kg): ~$60–$200 USD, varies by route (e.g., $60 within Africa, $100–$200 to Europe/Americas).
Overweight (23–32 kg): €50 (~$55 USD) for Europe to Nairobi, Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Entebbe, Kigali, etc.; other routes ~$10–$15 USD per kg.
Oversized (158–300 cm): ~$100–$300 USD, cumulative with other fees.
Prepaid Baggage: Up to 3 additional pieces (23 kg each) at 20% discount if purchased 24 hours before departure.
Special Baggage
Sports Equipment (e.g., bikes, golf clubs, skis): Counts toward allowance; otherwise, $110–$120 USD per item, max 300 cm. Must be pre-booked and packed appropriately.
Media/Entertainment Baggage: Audio, camera, lighting equipment, etc., max 25 bags (long-haul) or 5 bags (short-haul) per account. Overweight (23–32 kg) incurs standard fees. Requires corporate account or tour code.
Televisions: Max 55 inches, in original packaging, treated as standard baggage.
Musical Instruments: Small instruments within carry-on limits replace carry-on. Larger instruments require prior approval and may need an extra seat or be checked (standard fees).
Pets: Accepted in cargo hold, fees ~$100–$300 USD. Requires advance booking, pet passport, and health certificate. Assistance dogs free in cabin with notice.
Wheelchairs/Mobility Devices: Free, no weight limit, requires advance notice and PNR comment.
Notes: Fragile/perishable items (e.g., food, flowers) not covered for damage; use cargo for specialized handling. Advance reservations required for special baggage.
Notes: Firearms/ammunition for hunting/sporting purposes allowed as checked baggage with permits, unloaded, and packed per ICAO/IATA rules. Check destination-specific restrictions.
Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage
Reporting: File Property Irregularity Report (PIR) within 7 days (damage/loss) or 21 days (delay) at the airport
Liability: Max 1,288 Special Drawing Rights (~$1,800 USD) unless higher value declared. No liability for fragile, valuable, or perishable items. Travel insurance recommended.
Notes: Baggage delivered to local address if delayed (where permitted). Claims must be written within 7 days to nearest Kenya Airways office. Unsuitably packed baggage may reduce liability.
