Economy Class: One carry-on bag, max 10 kg (22 lbs) for domestic Russian flights or 5 kg (11 lbs) for international flights, dimensions up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 in, total 115 cm, including handles/wheels). Plus one personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag, umbrella, camera bag) that fits under the seat.
Business Class: Two carry-on bags, each max 5 kg (11 lbs), same dimensions, plus one personal item.
Infants (under 2 years, no seat): One carry-on bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs), max 55 x 40 x 20 cm, or one checked bag up to 10 kg (22 lbs), max 203 cm (80 in, length + width + height), plus one collapsible stroller, car seat, or carrycot free.
Liquids, Aerosols, Gels (LAGs): Containers up to 100 ml in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (total volume ≤ 1 liter). Duty-free liquids in sealed security bags allowed with proof of purchase.
Notes: Strict weight and size checks at Moscow (SVO), St. Petersburg (LED), and Yerevan (EVN); gate agents may use measuring boxes. Oversized/overweight bags sent to hold with fees (~RUB 2000–6000/$20–$60 USD). Bulkhead seats lack under-seat storage during takeoff/landing.
Checked Baggage
Max Limits: Each bag up to 32 kg (70 lbs), max 203 cm (80 in, length + width + height). Bags over 32 kg (up to 50 kg) or >203 cm (up to 292 cm) require cargo service.
Domestic Russian Flights:
Economy Light: No free checked baggage.
Economy Optimum: 1 bag, max 15 kg (33 lbs).
Economy Premium: 1 bag, max 20 kg (44 lbs).
Optimum Comfort: 1 bag, max 30 kg (66 lbs).
Premium Comfort: 2 bags, each max 30 kg (66 lbs).
International Flights:
Economy Light: No free checked baggage.
Economy Optimum: 1 bag, max 15 kg (33 lbs).
Economy Premium: 1 bag, max 20 kg (44 lbs).
Optimum Comfort: 1 bag, max 30 kg (66 lbs).
Premium Comfort: 2 bags, each max 30 kg (66 lbs).
Specific Route (e.g., St. Petersburg to Cancun): Economy 15 kg (33 lbs), Business 20 kg (44 lbs).
Children (2–12 years): Same allowance as adults.
Infants (under 2 years, no seat): 1 bag, max 10 kg (22 lbs), max 203 cm (80 in), except Economy Light (no checked baggage).
Notes: Baggage combining allowed for families or groups with documentation (e.g., same booking), but each bag must not exceed 32 kg or 203 cm. Strict checks at SVO, LED, and EVN. Verify allowance.
Excess Baggage Fees (One-Way)
Domestic Russian Flights:
First additional bag: ~RUB 2000 (~$20 USD).
Second additional bag: ~RUB 6000 (~$60 USD).
International Flights:
Russia to Armenia, Bulgaria, Iran, Poland, Azerbaijan: ~€35 (~$38 USD) per bag.
Russia to Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, Jordan, Italy, Spain, Malta, Israel: ~€50 (~$55 USD) per bag.
Russia to Thailand, Vietnam, China, North America: ~€100 (~$110 USD) per bag.
Russia to Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, other unlisted: ~€50 (~$55 USD) per bag.
Overweight (32–50 kg): ~€120–€180 (~$130–$195 USD) per bag, route-dependent.
Oversized (>203 cm, ≤292 cm): ~€120–€180 (~$130–$195 USD) per bag, route-dependent.
Prepaid Baggage: Up to 20% cheaper if booked >4h before departure. Non-refundable unless flight canceled.
Notes: Fees cumulative for overweight/oversized. Bags >50 kg or >292 cm sent via cargo. Pre-book excess baggage to avoid higher airport rates.
Special Baggage
Sports Equipment (e.g., skis, snowboards, golf, fishing, diving, surfing, bicycles): Counts toward free allowance if ≤32 kg and ≤203 cm. Excess fees (~€50–€180/$55–$195 USD) apply if over allowance. Ski/snowboard equipment free from April 16 to October 31 if within allowance.
Musical Instruments: Within carry-on limits (≤10 kg domestic, ≤5 kg international, 55 x 40 x 20 cm) or checked (≤32 kg, ≤203 cm). Larger instruments (e.g., cello, guitar) in soft cases >115 cm require extra seat purchase (max 80 kg, standard fare). Pre-book >48h.
Pets: Dogs, cats, canaries, shell parakeets in Economy cabin, max 8 kg (17 lbs) with carrier (max 60 x 35 x 20 cm). Fees: ~$125 USD domestic, ~$200 USD international. Carrier counts as carry-on. Pets >8 kg in cargo hold, fees vary. Assistance dogs free with >48h notice, documentation.
Wheelchairs/Mobility Devices: Free, no weight limit, with >48h notice. Collapsible manual wheelchairs usable until boarding; powered wheelchairs checked with batteries in carry-on, terminals protected.
Strollers/Car Seats/Carrycots: Free for infants, checked at gate, not counted in allowance.
Notes: Pre-book special baggage >48h via customer service. Limited liability for fragile items; insurance recommended. Label baggage with contact details.
Carry-On Baggage: Sharp objects, firearms, liquids >100 ml (except LAGs bag), stun devices, toy weapons. One lighter allowed in transparent bag or on person.
Notes: Firearms/ammunition (≤5 kg) allowed in checked baggage with permits, unloaded, in locked hard case. Drones allowed in checked baggage (batteries ≤100 Wh in carry-on). Check destination restrictions (e.g., Turkey, UAE).
Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage
Reporting: File Property Irregularity Report (PIR) immediately at airport or within 7 days (damage/loss) or 21 days (delay). Retain claim tags, receipts, photos.
Liability: Max 1,288 Special Drawing Rights (~$1,800 USD) unless higher value declared. No liability for fragile, perishable, or valuable items.
