What is the baggage weight limit for air in New Zealand?

There are some situations where one needs to add baggage to their flight travel, and during that time, you will need to be aware of the baggage limit you will be getting at the airline. Here, the baggage limit for an adult traveler is defined to be 23 kg in case the fare is economy, and for higher cabin class, the baggage weight limit may be 32 kg. 

What is the maximum weight per baggage?

As per the baggage policy of the airline, a person who has booked in the economy is allowed to carry one free checked baggage that must weigh up to 23 kg, and the maximum weight that is allowed on the aircraft is 32 kg per baggage. As long as your baggage weighs under 32 kg, it will be counted as checked luggage, and if it weighs more than that, it will be classified into the overweight category, and rules and charges will apply accordingly. 

What if my luggage is heavier than the required limit?

In the situation where your luggage is heavier than the required limit, then it will be grouped into the excess baggage, and the rules associated with the overweight baggage will be applied. Normally, there will be some charges that you have to pay, and these charges will be counted at the rate per extra kg. The excess baggage fee for the domestic flight that is flying in New Zealand is NZD $60 for the extra bag and NZD $40 for the overweight. 

Does a handbag count as luggage?

The baggage that you carry with your self in the cabin is called carry-on luggage, and all your handbags, duffel bags, briefcases, and personal items count in carry-on luggage. It is important to keep in mind that the luggage that you are carrying with your self must meet the carry-on luggage weight and size limit, and if it exceeds, then it will no longer be considered carry-on luggage but checked luggage. 

How many bags can I add?

Traveling may require you to carry more luggage, and in case you want to add more luggage, then you are allowed to add up to 3 checked luggage to your flight ticket per passenger according to the baggage guidelines, and each bag must be under the weight limit. 

When can I add baggage to my flight ticket?

According to the airlines's guidelines, persons who have made the reservation can add their baggage just after the confirmation of the booking using online and offline ways. Baggage can be added up to 1.5 hours prior to the departure of the flight if it is flying internationally and 30 minutes before if it is flying in a domestic region. 

What are the size requirements for baggage to be checked on Air New Zealand?

Your baggage must comply with the size requirements in order to fly smoothly; otherwise, you may either be charged an excess baggage fee or, in the worst case, you may not be able to board the flight. The baggage must be under 158 cm of the total length by adding all the dimensions (length, width, and height) for the checked luggage. 

How do I add baggage to my flight itinerary?

To add baggage, one can easily add a bag via an online process by reaching to the airline's official website, and later onwards, you can follow the steps:

• Just retrieve your booking by going to the manage my booking page and using ticket credentials.
• Next, you can check whether checked baggage is allowed in your itinerary; if yes, simply follow the on-screen steps by clicking on them. 
• In case you have a seat-only fare, you better need to include baggage allowance in your fare by upgrading.