Uzbekistan Airways Baggage Policy

Note: The following reflects Uzbekistan Airways' baggage policy based on the latest available information as of 2025. Policies vary by route, fare type (Economy, Business), and UzAirPlus loyalty program status.

Carry-On Baggage Allowance

Uzbekistan Airways allows one carry-on bag and one personal item per passenger, except for infants under 2 years without a seat. All carry-on must fit in overhead bins or under the seat. Maximum dimensions include wheels, handles, and side pockets.

Fare/Class	Allowance	Maximum Dimensions	Maximum Weight	Notes
Economy	1 carry-on + 1 personal item	Carry-on: 55 x 35 x 25 cm (115 cm total) Personal: 40 x 35 x 12 cm	Carry-on: 8 kg Personal: 2 kg	Fits in overhead bin or under seat
Business (Most Routes)	1 carry-on + 1 personal item	Carry-on: 55 x 35 x 25 cm (115 cm total) Personal: 40 x 35 x 12 cm	Carry-on: 10 kg Personal: 2 kg	Fits in overhead bin or under seat
Business (Tashkent to Seoul, Bangkok, Frankfurt, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Munich, Phuket)	2 carry-on + 1 personal item	Carry-on: 55 x 35 x 25 cm each (115 cm total) Personal: 40 x 35 x 12 cm	Carry-on: 8 kg each Personal: 2 kg	Total weight strictly enforced
Business (Uzbekistan to Istanbul)	1 carry-on + 1 personal item	Carry-on: 55 x 35 x 25 cm (115 cm total) Personal: 40 x 35 x 12 cm	Carry-on: 15 kg Personal: 2 kg	Weight concept applies
Infant (under 2 years, no seat)	1 personal item	40 x 35 x 12 cm	2 kg	No carry-on allowed; stroller free
Children (2–12 years or infants with seat)	Same as adult for class	Same as adult	Same as adult	Includes stroller or car seat free

Additional items (e.g., umbrellas, cameras, reading material, duty-free bags, assistive devices like wheelchairs, crutches, CPAP machines) are free and do not count toward the allowance.
Liquids in carry-on are restricted to 100 ml containers in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (one per passenger) from Uzbekistan airports. Duty-free liquids in sealed bags are exempt.
Musical instruments (e.g., violin, guitar in soft case) can replace carry-on if within 115 cm total (150 cm max for Business) and weight limits.
Excess carry-on incurs fees (e.g., 4000 ₽/€65 at gate) or is checked into the hold with applicable fees.
Small aircraft (e.g., 50 seats or less) may limit carry-on to one personal item due to space constraints.

Checked Baggage Allowance

Uzbekistan Airways primarily uses the Piece Concept for most routes, with allowances based on fare type, class, and route. Some routes (e.g., Uzbekistan to Istanbul, Dubai, Sharjah) use the Weight Concept. Maximum dimensions per piece are 158 cm (62 in).

Route/Class	Allowance	Max Weight per Bag	Max Dimensions	Notes
Economy (Piece Concept)	1 piece	23 kg	158 cm	Applies to most international routes
Economy (New York)	2 pieces	23 kg each	158 cm	Specific to USA routes
Business (Piece Concept)	2 pieces	32 kg each	158 cm	Applies to most international routes
Business (New York)	2 pieces	32 kg each	158 cm	Specific to USA routes
Economy (Weight Concept, e.g., Istanbul, Dubai, Sharjah)	30 kg total	32 kg per bag	158 cm	Combined weight across bags
Business (Weight Concept, e.g., Istanbul, Dubai, Sharjah)	40 kg total	32 kg per bag	158 cm	Combined weight across bags
Infant (under 2 years, no seat)	1 piece	10 kg	115 cm	Plus stroller or car seat free
Children (2–12 years or infants with seat)	Same as adult for class	Same as adult	Same as adult	Plus stroller or car seat free
UzAirPlus Members	Additional allowance	Same as class	158 cm	Varies by tier; contact airline

Bags over 32 kg or 158 cm are not accepted and must be shipped as cargo, except for special items (e.g., sports equipment).
Special allowances apply for students, military personnel, and medical personnel with valid ID; contact airline for details.
Codeshare flights (e.g., with Turkish Airlines, Korean Air) may follow the Most Significant Carrier (MSC) rules; verify with the ticketing airline.
Connections in Uzbekistan with over 24 hours apply the baggage allowance for each segment separately.

Excess and Oversized Baggage Fees

Fees apply for excess, overweight, or oversized baggage, with rates varying by route and prepayment status.

Route	Condition	Fee (One-Way)
Uzbekistan to Moscow	Excess Piece (≤23 kg, 158 cm)	€35 (prepaid) / €45 (airport)
Uzbekistan to Other Russian Cities	Excess Piece (≤23 kg, 158 cm)	€45 (prepaid) / €55 (airport)
Uzbekistan to Aktau/Aktobe	Excess Piece (≤23 kg, 158 cm)	€25 (prepaid) / €35 (airport)
Other International Routes	Excess Piece (≤23 kg, 158 cm)	€85–€95
Weight Concept Routes	Excess Weight (per kg)	USD/EUR per kg (varies by route)
All Routes	Overweight (>23 kg Economy, >32 kg Business)	Contact airline
All Routes	Oversized (>158 cm)	Contact airline

Bags over 99 lbs (45 kg) are not accepted as checked baggage.
Fees are cumulative (e.g., overweight and oversized bags incur both fees).

Special Baggage

Sports Equipment

Sports equipment counts toward the checked baggage allowance if within limits; otherwise, fees apply. All items must be securely packed.

Equipment	Allowance	Fee (One-Way)
Ski Equipment	1 set (counts as 3 kg)	0.33 rate (3rd piece) / 1 rate (additional)
Golf Equipment	1 set (counts as 6 kg, ≤15 kg)	0.50 rate (3rd piece) / 1 rate (additional)
Surfing Equipment	Counts by weight (≤277 cm)	0.50 rate (≤277 cm) / 1 rate (additional)
Bicycles, Fishing Tackle, Weapons	Counts as 1 piece (≤32 kg, 158 cm)	Standard excess fees; advance notice for weapons

Items over 2 meters (79 in) require special handling and advance notice.
Excess weight beyond set limits (e.g., 15 kg for golf) is charged as normal excess baggage.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments can be carried as cabin baggage; larger ones require checking or an extra seat.

Cabin: Must fit within 115 cm (150 cm for Business) and weight limits (8 kg Economy, 10 kg Business). Counts as carry-on.
Checked: Subject to standard or excess baggage fees; hard cases recommended.
Extra Seat: Book in advance via Service Center for large instruments.

Pets

Dogs, cats, and household birds (domestic flights only) are allowed with advance approval.

Location	Weight (Pet + Carrier)	Fee (One-Way)
Cabin	Not specified	$125 (domestic), $200 (international)
Hold	Not specified	Charged as excess baggage

Pets in the cabin count as carry-on and must fit under the seat in a carrier.
Health certificates and approved carriers are mandatory; advance notification required.
Service animals travel free with documentation; advance notification required.

Prohibited Items

Certain items are restricted for safety and regulatory reasons.

Carry-on: Liquids over 100 ml (except duty-free in sealed bags), firearms, sharp objects, explosives, flammable substances, toxic chemicals.
Checked: Lithium battery-powered devices (e.g., hoverboards, Segways, electric scooters), loose lithium batteries, hazardous materials.
Valuables (e.g., money, jewelry, electronics, documents) should be in carry-on; airline not liable for loss in checked baggage.

Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage

Uzbekistan Airways follows the Montreal Convention for baggage issues.

Delayed: Report at the airport’s Lost and Found desk before leaving and file a Property Irregularity Report (PIR). Claims within 21 days.
Damaged: Report within 7 days at the airport with a Damage Baggage Report.
Lost: File a claim within 7 days; compensation up to 1,288 SDR. Luggage is considered lost if not found within 21 days.

Additional Notes

Check-in: Online check-in available 24 hours to 3 hours before departure for domestic flights; international flights require airport check-in 3 hours prior (Boeing 767/757, A320).
Assistive Devices: Wheelchairs, crutches, and medical equipment (e.g., CPAP) are free with advance notification; liquid oxygen systems prohibited.
UzAirPlus Benefits: Loyalty program members may receive extra baggage allowance; check tier-specific benefits.
Codeshare Flights: Policies may vary for flights operated by partners (e.g., Turkish Airlines, Korean Air); confirm with the ticketing airline.
Passengers report strict enforcement of weight and size limits, especially at Tashkent International Airport.