In this article, SURFIRAN explores the luggage allowance policies of Iranian airlines to help you plan your trip to Iran better before your flight.
The allowed luggage weight varies across Iranian airlines. In general, if luggage regulations are not followed, you will need to pay 1% of the total fare as a penalty for each kilogram of excess luggage. The allowed luggage weight is also indicated on the ticket (printed or electronic version). Below, we have reviewed the luggage allowance for various airlines. If you have any questions or comments about luggage allowance, feel free to share them in the comments section.
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What Is the Allowed Luggage Weight on Iranian Domestic Flights?
The allowed luggage weight on Iranian domestic flights differs, as summarized in the tables below. However, this amount may vary between airlines or fare codes, which we have examined in detail until the end of the article.
Table of Allowed Luggage Weight on Domestic Flights
| line | Class | Domestic (kg) | International (kg) | Hand Luggage (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iran Air | Economy | 20-40 | 30-50 | 5-7 |
| Iran Air | Business | 30 | 40-50 | 7 |
| Qeshm Air | Economy/Business | 20 | 30 | 5 |
| Mahan Air | Economy | 20 | 30 | 5 |
| Mahan Air | Business | 25 | 40 | 7 |
| Iran Airtour | Economy | 20 | 30 | 7 |
| Iran Airtour | Business | 20 | 40 | 7 |
| Taban Air | Economy/Business | 30 | 30 | 5-7 |
| Kish Air | Economy/Business | 20 | 30 | 5-7 |
| Meraj Air | Economy | 20 | 30 | 5 |
| Meraj Air | Business | 30 | 40 | 5 |
| Aseman Airlines | Economy | 20 | 30 | 5 |
| Aseman Airlines | Business | 20 | 30 | 8 |
| Sepehran Airlines | Economy/Comfort | 20 | 30 | 5 |
| Zagros Airlines | Economy | 15-20 | 25 | 5 |
| Caspian Airlines | Economy/Business | 20 | 30 | 6 |
| Ata Airlines | Economy | 20 | 25 | 6-10 |
| Karun Airlines | Economy | 23 | N/A | 5 |
| Varesh Airlines | Economy | 20 | 20 | 7 |
| Fly Persia | Economy | 20 | 20 | 5 |
| Other Airlines | Economy | 20 | 20 | 5 |
Key Notes:
- Hand luggage should not exceed 115 cm in total dimensions for most airlines.
- Infants usually have a separate allowance, typically 10 kg.
- Sports equipment and pets may incur additional fees.
- Excess baggage fees generally equate to 1% of the ticket price per kg, with some variations.
Iran Air’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Iran Air’s luggage allowance policies vary based on the passenger’s age (infant, child, and adult) and the travel class as follows:
Economy Class:
- If you have purchased an economy class ticket from Iran Air, the allowed luggage weight for adults and children (2 to 12 years) is:
- All fare codes except V, C, and J: Up to 20 kg
- For fare code V: Up to 25 kg
- For fare code C: Up to 30 kg
- For fare code J: Up to 40 kg
Unfortunately, Iran Air does not allow any luggage weight for infants under 2 years. Additionally, adults or children can carry up to 5 kg of hand luggage inside the cabin.
Business Class:
- Iran Air’s business class, called Homa Class, allows each passenger (adult or child) to carry up to 30 kg of luggage. Infants can carry up to 10 kg of luggage. Note that you can bring the stroller for infants for free. The allowed weight for hand luggage in this class is 7 kg.
Allowed Luggage Weight on Iran Air’s International Flights
- Fare codes L, N, M, Q, and V: Up to 30 kg
- Fare codes Y and I: Up to 40 kg
- Fare code C: Up to 45 kg
- Fare code J: Up to 50 kg
Additionally, Iran Air offers loyal passengers with a silver card 40 kg and those with a gold card up to 50 kg of additional luggage allowance. If you purchase an Iran Air ticket from European countries, you will receive 10 kg of free extra luggage.
Moreover, passengers who have bought a two-leg ticket and intend to fly to the USA and Canada on their second flight will enjoy special benefits. If your second flight is with Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, or Air Canada, you can carry two 23 kg packages for free. If your journey continues to the USA and Canada with Austrian Airlines, Alitalia, Virgin Atlantic, and KLM, two 23 kg packages will be allowed for passengers.
Qeshm Air’s Allowed Luggage Weight
The allowed luggage weight in Qeshm Air for adults and children is the same, and only the luggage allowance for infants is different. This amount is 20 kg for all domestic flights for adults and children and 30 kg for international flights. The allowed weight for hand luggage on all flights with this airline is 5 kg.
Mahan Air’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Mahan Air follows specific regulations for determining the luggage allowance for flights. These include the total dimensions of the luggage being less than 158 cm. If your luggage exceeds this amount, make the necessary arrangements with the airline before your flight. The allowed luggage weight when booking a Mahan Air ticket differs for economy and business class on domestic and international routes.
Economy Class:
- Domestic flights: Up to 20 kg
- International flights: Up to 30 kg
- Hand luggage: Up to 5 kg
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Business Class:
- Domestic flights: Up to 25 kg
- International flights: Up to 40 kg
- Hand luggage: Up to 7 kg
The excess luggage fee for Mahan Air’s international flights is equal to 1% of the ticket price on the same day for each kilogram.
Iran Airtour’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Iran Airtour’s luggage allowance for domestic flights is 20 kg, and for international economy flights, it is 30 kg, and for international business flights, it is 40 kg. Additionally, this airline allows hand luggage up to 7 kg on domestic and international flights (both business and economy classes). The dimensions of the hand luggage should not exceed 115 cm. The excess luggage fee for Iran Airtour depends on the type of flight and travel class but is generally equal to 1% of the ticket price per kilogram.
Notes for Carrying Luggage on Iran Airtour
Iran Airtour provides facilities for carrying sports equipment, animals, and birds for its passengers.
Iran Airtour Sports Equipment Luggage Fees
- Ski equipment, including a pair of shoes and skis: 3 kg excess luggage.
- Surfboards less than 270 cm: 5 kg, more than 270 cm: 8 kg.
- Golf equipment, including a special bag, a pair of shoes, and all related items: 6 kg excess luggage.
- Fishing equipment, including two rods and hooks, a reel, a fishing motor, and boots: if less than 15 kg, it counts as 4 kg; if more than 15 kg, it is calculated as regular weight.
Iran Airtour Animal and Bird Luggage Fees
The total weight of animals and birds, including their cage, is calculated. Guide dogs for visually or hearing-impaired passengers are not counted as excess luggage.
Taban Air’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Taban Air has set the same luggage allowance for its domestic and international flights. This amount is 30 kg for all fare codes, with a maximum dimension of 158 cm. The maximum weight for hand luggage is 5 kg for economy class and 7 kg for business class. If these regulations are not followed, you must pay 1.5% of the total ticket price per kilogram of excess luggage.
Kish Air’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Kish Air’s luggage allowance for domestic and international flights is 20 kg and 30 kg, respectively. The dimensions of hand luggage are 5 kg for domestic flights and 7 kg for international flights. These dimensions should not exceed 115 cm.
Meraj Air’s Allowed Luggage Weight
In recent years, Meraj Air has provided many international flights and has set different luggage allowances for economy and business classes and for domestic and international flights. If these regulations are not followed, you will be fined 1% of the total ticket price per kilogram.
Economy Class:
- Domestic flights: Up to 20 kg
- International flights: Up to 30 kg
- Hand luggage: Up to 5 kg
Business Class:
- Domestic flights: Up to 30 kg
- International flights: Up to 40 kg
Aseman Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Aseman Airlines‘ luggage allowance for domestic economy flights is 20 kg, including 5 kg of hand luggage. For domestic business and international flights, it is 30 kg, including 8 kg of hand luggage. The total dimensions should not exceed 115 cm.
Sepehran Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Sepehran Airlines started its operations in 2016. This airline, like other domestic airlines, allows 20 kg for domestic flights and 30 kg for international flights. If you exceed these weights, you will be fined 1% of the ticket price per kilogram. All fare codes of this airline have the same luggage allowance, and there is no difference for regular and comfort economy classes. The maximum weight for hand luggage is 5 kg, with dimensions of 23 × 55 × 40 cm, and the total dimensions should not exceed 115 cm.
Zagros Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Zagros Airlines has stricter regulations for its passengers regarding the allowed luggage weight on its flights. The allowed luggage weight on domestic flights ranges from 15 to 20 kg (depending on the fare code), and for international flights, it is 25 kg. The allowed luggage weight for fare codes P, K, V, Y, and W is 15 kg for adults and infants, and for other fare codes, it is 20 kg. The excess luggage fee is 1% of the ticket price per kilogram. The maximum weight for hand luggage on Zagros flights is 5 kg, and the total dimensions should not exceed 112 cm.
Caspian Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Caspian Airlines, on the verge of its 30th anniversary, has set the allowed luggage weight for domestic flights at 20 kg and for international flights at 30 kg. The excess luggage for Caspian Airlines is accepted up to a maximum of 25 kg more than the allowed weight, with a fee of 1% of the ticket price per kilogram. The maximum weight for hand luggage is 6 kg, and the total dimensions should not exceed 115 cm.
Ata Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Ata Airlines, which entered the country’s aviation industry in 2008, has set the allowed luggage weight for domestic flights for reserved seats at 20 kg and for infants without a seat at 10 kg. This amount increases to 25 kg for international flights. The allowed weight for hand luggage inside the cabin is up to 6 kg for domestic flights and up to 10 kg for international flights. The dimensions should not exceed 115 cm.
Karun Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Karun Airlines started its operations in 2000 under the name Oil Airlines and has set the allowed luggage weight at 23 kg for all travel classes. This airline only operates domestic flights, and the allowed weight for hand luggage is 5 kg. If you exceed this amount, you will be fined 1% of the ticket price per kilogram.
Varesh Airline’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Varesh Airlines is an active domestic airline that mainly operates in the northern provinces of the country. This airline allows 10 kg of luggage for infants, 15 kg for children (2 to 12 years), and 20 kg for adults on all flights. The allowed weight for hand luggage on domestic and international flights is 7 kg.
Fly Persia’s Allowed Luggage Weight
Fly Persia’s allowed luggage weight for each passenger is 20 kg, and passengers can carry up to 5 kg of hand luggage inside the cabin. If you have purchased a Fly Persia ticket for your infant, you can carry an additional 10 kg of luggage.
Allowed Luggage Weight of Other Domestic Airlines
Airlines such as Pardis Air, Pouya Air, Atrak, Taftan, and Saha, which operate on less frequent routes, have set the allowed luggage weight at 20 kg and hand luggage at 5 kg for all passengers. The excess luggage fee for all these airlines is 1% of the ticket price per kilogram.
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Allowed Luggage Weight for Children on Airplanes
If you are worried about carrying your child’s or infant’s belongings and think you cannot take what they need, you should know that children and even infants (under 2 years) can carry a certain amount of allowed luggage. The allowed luggage weight for children and infants on most domestic flights is 5 kg (as hand luggage), which should include items such as a carrier, a blanket for sleeping comfortably, a diaper changing pad, and baby cream. You can bring a foldable stroller inside the plane for free, and its weight is not calculated.
For your child’s food, you can fill their bottle with 100 ml of milk to avoid any issues during the flight. Additionally, do not forget diapers, baby food, a pacifier, bottled water, formula milk, and boiled water. It is also a good idea to pack an extra set of clothes for your child in case the first set gets dirty.
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