Turkmenistan Airlines Baggage Policy

Note: The following reflects Turkmenistan Airlines' baggage policy based on the latest available information. Policies may vary by route, fare type, or codeshare agreements.

Carry-On Baggage Allowance

Turkmenistan Airlines allows one piece of carry-on baggage plus one personal item per passenger, with specific size and weight restrictions.

Baggage Type	Maximum Dimensions	Maximum Weight	Notes
Carry-On Bag	50 x 40 x 20 cm (19.7 x 15.7 x 7.9 in)	5 kg (11 lbs)	Fits in overhead bins or under the seat
Personal Item	40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9 in)	3 kg (6.6 lbs)	E.g., handbag, laptop bag, duty-free bag

Carry-on baggage must fit in overhead bins or under the seat in front of you. On flights with 50 seats or less, only one personal item is permitted due to limited overhead space.
Additional items allowed free of charge include: handbag, folder for papers, coat, raincoat, umbrella, cane, printed reading material, child’s food, carry-cot, or wheelchair.
Liquids in carry-on must be in containers of 100 ml or less, placed in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag.
Carry-on weight and size limits are strictly enforced at check-in or boarding gates, and non-compliant bags may be checked into the hold with additional fees.

Checked Baggage Allowance

Checked baggage allowances vary by route, cabin class, and destination. Turkmenistan Airlines uses both the Weight Concept and Piece Concept, depending on the route.

Route	Class	Allowance	Maximum Weight per Piece	Maximum Dimensions
Domestic (Turkmenistan)	All Classes	20 kg (including 5 kg hand luggage)	32 kg	100 x 50 x 50 cm
To/From Turkmenistan (General)	Economy Class	20 kg (including 5 kg hand luggage)	30 kg	158 cm (length + width + height)
To/From Turkmenistan (General)	Business Class	50 kg (including 5 kg hand luggage)	30 kg	158 cm
To/From India (Amritsar, Delhi)	Economy Class	40 kg (2 pieces, 20 kg each, including 5 kg hand luggage)	20 kg	158 cm
To/From India (Amritsar, Delhi)	Business Class	50 kg (2 pieces, 25 kg each, including 5 kg hand luggage)	25 kg	158 cm
To/From Thailand (Bangkok)	Economy Class	25 kg (including 5 kg hand luggage)	30 kg	158 cm
To/From Thailand (Bangkok)	Business Class	50 kg (including 5 kg hand luggage)	30 kg	158 cm
Ashgabat to Istanbul/Frankfurt/Moscow/Kazan/Beijing/London/Delhi	Economy Class	1 piece, 32 kg (including 5 kg hand luggage)	32 kg	158 cm
Ashgabat to Istanbul/Frankfurt/Moscow/Kazan/Beijing/London/Delhi	Business Class	2 pieces, 40 kg total (20 kg each, including 5 kg hand luggage)	20 kg	158 cm
Ashgabat to Dubai	Economy Class	2 pieces, 40 kg total (20 kg each, including 5 kg hand luggage)	20 kg	158 cm
Ashgabat to Dubai	Business Class	2 pieces, 50 kg total (25 kg each, including 5 kg hand luggage)	25 kg	158 cm

Infants (under 2 years, no seat) are entitled to 10 kg of checked baggage plus one collapsible stroller or car seat on all routes.
Bags exceeding 32 kg or 158 cm are not accepted as checked luggage and must be shipped as cargo.
Checked baggage allowances include the 5 kg carry-on allowance. Check your ticket for specific details, as discrepancies have been reported between ticket and website information.
Codeshare flights (e.g., with Belavia or S7 Airlines) may follow the Most Significant Carrier (MSC) rules, typically the airline operating the longest leg.

Excess and Oversized Baggage Fees

Excess baggage fees apply for weight, pieces, or sizes exceeding the free allowance. Fees vary by route and must be paid at the airport, often in cash.

Route	Condition	Fee (One-Way)
Ashgabat to Istanbul/Frankfurt/Moscow/Kazan/Beijing/London/Delhi	Excess Piece	280 TMT (Turkmenistan Manat)
Ashgabat to Dubai	Excess Piece	175 TMT
Istanbul/Moscow/Kazan/London/Delhi to Ashgabat	Excess Piece	$80 USD
Beijing to Ashgabat	Excess Piece	$150 USD
Dubai to Ashgabat	Excess Piece	$50 USD
All Routes	Excess Weight (per kg)	$15 USD (approx.)
All Routes	Oversized (over 100 x 50 x 50 cm domestic, or 158 cm international)	Contact airline

Excess baggage must be paid at the airport ticket office or airline representative after weighing. A baggage receipt is issued and must be presented to check-in staff.
Pre-purchasing excess baggage is not available online; payments are typically cash-only at the airport.
Bags over 99 lbs (45 kg) are not accepted as checked luggage.

Special Baggage

Sports Equipment

Sports equipment may be included in the checked baggage allowance if within weight and size limits; otherwise, excess or oversized fees apply.

Items like golf bags, skis, or surfboards are subject to standard or excess baggage fees. Bicycles may require cargo transport and advance approval.
Equipment must be properly packed to avoid damage, with no liability for normal wear and tear.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments can be carried as cabin baggage if within size/weight limits; larger instruments require checking or an extra seat.

Checked instruments are subject to standard or excess baggage fees; hard cases are recommended.
Extra seat bookings for large instruments must be arranged in advance via the airline.
Instruments are carried at the passenger’s risk.

Pets

Pets are not allowed in the cabin but can be transported as checked baggage in the hold with advance approval.

Location	Maximum Weight	Fee (USD, One-Way)
Hold	Not specified	$7–$10 per kg (domestic), $125 (domestic), $200 (international)

Dogs, cats, and household birds (birds on domestic flights only) require a valid medical passport and approved transport box.
Service animals (e.g., guide dogs) are transported free of charge with proper documentation.

Prohibited Items

Certain items are restricted or prohibited for safety and regulatory reasons.

Carry-on: Liquids over 100 ml, sharp objects, flammable materials.
Checked: Loose lithium batteries, hazardous materials, perishable items, money, jewelry, electronics, or documents unless approved. Turkmenistan Airlines is not liable for loss of these items.
Firearms for hunting/sporting purposes may be checked with prior approval; other weapons are prohibited.

Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage

Turkmenistan Airlines follows the Montreal Convention for baggage issues.

Delayed: Report at the airport’s Lost and Found desk before leaving the baggage claim hall and file a Property Irregularity Report (PIR).
Damaged: Report immediately upon noticing damage, no later than 7 days, at the airport’s Lost and Found desk with a PIR.
Lost: File a claim within 7 days if baggage is not found after 21 days. Compensation up to 1,288 SDR or $20 per kg for undeclared baggage.

Additional Notes

Check-in: Domestic flights open check-in 2 hours before departure; international flights open 3 hours before.
Wheelchair assistance may incur a fee (e.g., $220 USD, cash only), unlike many airlines offering it free.
Valuables (e.g., money, jewelry, electronics) should be packed in carry-on luggage, as the airline is not liable for loss in checked baggage.
Discrepancies between ticket and website baggage allowances have been reported; always verify with your e-ticket or airline directly.
Codeshare flights with Belavia or S7 Airlines may follow different rules; check with the ticketing airline.