Every year it’s the same. Airlines tighten the siege and review values related to the transportation of sports equipment, what can be a real problem if you travel with surfboards.
Since I started traveling this is a deciding factor for choosing the airline that I’m going to use. Truth be told that in recent years my company of choice has been Emirates for that same reason: the transport and weight of the surfboard is included in the baggage allowed per passenger.
Of course, Emirates doesn’t fly everywhere and depending on where you want to travel, it’s best to be aware of all the rates and rules of the various airlines.
Travel With Surfboards
AER LINGUS
- Weight: 23kg
- International maximum measurement: 2.77m / 110in
- Regional Maximum Size: 2.05m / 80in
- Rate: It is included in the baggage if the destination is North America; To other destinations: 40 EUR / unit
AIR ALASKA
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.92m / 115in
- Rate: 75 USD
AIR ASIA
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.77m / 110in
- Pre-registration fee: 30kg / 19 EUR per unit
AIR CALIN ✪
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
AIR CANADA
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.00m / 80in
- Rate: 5 EUR (or 6.50 Canadian Dollars) per bag, but not always charged
AIR FRANCE
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
- Rate: Between 65 and 125 EUR, depending on the route
AIR NEW ZEALAND ✪
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.00m / 80in
AIR TAHITI NUI
- Maximum weight: 25kg
- Maximum Measure: 1.80m / 70in
- Rate: Between 65 and 125 EUR, depending on the route
AMERICAN AIRLINES
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum Measure: 3.70m / 145in
- Rate: 150 USD
AVIANCA
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum Measure: 3.70m / 145in
- Rate: Between 100 and 125 USD depending on the destination
AZORES AIRLINES ✪
- Allows additional luggage (surfboard bag) up to 10kg. From there, fee payment.
BRITISH AIRWAYS
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 1.90m / 75in
- Rate: Between 100 and 125 USD depending on the destination
DELTA
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.90m / 115in
- Rate: Between 100 and 150 USD depending on the destination
EASYJET
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Rate: 82 EUR
EMIRATES ✪
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
ETIHAD ✪
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
FLYBE
- Maximum weight: 20kg
- Maximum measurement: Between 1.67m and 3.00m (depends on the airplane)
- Rate: EUR 35 per unit
HAWAIIAN
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.90m / 115in
- Rate: 35 USD (between islands); 100 USD (Hawaii-USA); Prices vary for other destinations
IBERIA
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 3.50m / 137in
- Rate: EUR 35 per unit. For short or medium-haul flights, the fee is 45 EUR.
ICELAND AIR
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.50m / 98in
- Rate: 67 EUR (from the UK to Iceland)
KLM
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
- Rate: 68 EUR
LATAM CHILE ✪
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
LUFTHANSA
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum measurement: 2.00m / 78in
- Rate: 100 EUR
MALAYASIAN ✪
- Maximum weight: 30kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.50m / 98in
QANTAS ✪
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.7m / 109in
QATAR ✪
- Maximum weight: 30kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
RYANAIR
- Maximum weight: 20kg
- Maximum size: A standard board has no problem
- Rate: 59 EUR for each trip for sports equipment
SINGAPORE AIRLINES ✪
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum measurement: 2.00m / 78in
SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS ✪
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 2.00m / 78in
SOUTHWEST
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum measurement: 2.00m / 78in
- Rate: USD 75 per trip
SRI LANKAN ✪
- Maximum weight: 30kg
- Maximum measurement: 3.00m / 118in
TAP PORTUGAL
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Rate: 50 EUR (up to 2 meters) and 100 EUR (up to 2 meters) per unit
THAI AIRWAYS
- Maximum weight: 30kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.77m / 109in
- Rate: 100 EUR (up to 2 meters) and 200 EUR (up to 2 meters)
TURKISH AIRLINES
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum measurement: 2.50m / 98in
- Rate: Varies depending on the route and destination
UNITED
- Maximum weight: 32kg
- Maximum Measure: 2.90m / 115in
- Rate: 150 USD (for each trip in the US) and 200 USD (for each international trip)
VIRGIN
- Weight: 23kg
- Maximum Measure: 1.90m / 75in
Please note that rates and policies may vary depending on the specific route, class of service, and other factors. It’s always recommended to check with the airline directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information before traveling.
Did you find this post helpful? Have you ever travel with surfboards or some other type of baggage and find it difficult with the airline companies? Share your experience in the comment box.
2 COMMENTS
Agness of aTukTuk
6 years agoThis post was a great read! These tips are so important to know, Marlene!
Marlene Marques
6 years ago AUTHORHi, Agness! Thank you so much for your comment. I’m glad this post is useful. But I advice to always check with the airline company you’re going to use since they are always changing baggage policy. 🙂