The plane is not only the fastest and most comfortable mode of transport, but also statistically the safest. That is why, when going on a business trip, companies and employees often prefer to get to their destination by plane.
According to the law, the duration of an employee’s business trip is determined by the head of the enterprise. The specific limits of business trips are not specified in the Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation. This means that a business trip can be either one-day or long.
In any of the options, before the trip, the traveler needs to know what dimensions of luggage are allowed and what can be taken in hand luggage. In a hurry, an employee may miss this information and, as a result, overpay for luggage at the airport. In this article we will tell you how to avoid unnecessary overpayments and what baggage allowances Russian air carriers adhere to.
How to avoid baggage surcharges: baggage and hand luggage allowances
Each airline imposes its own restrictions on weight, dimensions, as well as the type of baggage and carry-on luggage, depending on the class of service and the direction of flight.
In case of purchasing tickets at minimum or promotional rates, as well as tickets from low-cost carriers, baggage allowance may not be included in the ticket price. It can be paid additionally on the airline’s website, by calling the contact center or at the check-in counter at the airport.
Also, some airlines offer fares that limit not only the weight of luggage, but also the number of suitcases or bags. If your luggage fits within the normal weight limit, but is packed in two bags, you will still have to pay for one more piece of luggage or put all your items in one suitcase.
Maximum weight hand luggage usually reaches 10-15 kg depending on the fare. Minimum fare tickets usually only include hand luggage. However, sometimes hand luggage may not be included in the ticket price. You will also have to pay extra for it.
Airlines also limit the size of hand luggage. For example, 40*30*20 cm. If the dimensions of hand luggage are larger than the dimensions indicated in the fare, the passenger will have to pay extra for the excess on the airline’s website in advance or at the check-in counter.
To avoid additional expenses, make sure that the dimensions of your hand luggage comply with the air carrier’s requirements.
Many airlines allow you to take additional items into the cabin. For example, a briefcase, laptop and outerwear. However, the list of these items varies depending on the airline. Therefore, check the information on the website in advance.
You will often have to pay more for checked baggage and hand luggage if you pay at the airport rather than in advance on the website.
Baggage and hand luggage allowances for Russian airlines
As an example, let’s look at the carry-on and baggage allowances of some Russian airlines. Information is current as of July 21, 2022
Baggage allowance: Aeroflot
| Class | Tariff(s) | Hand luggage (weight and dimensions) | Luggage (weight and dimensions) |
| Business | Maximum and Optimum | 1 piece 15 kg; 55×40×25 cm | 2 places up to 32 kg each, each up to 203 cm for the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Business | Basic | 1 place 15 kg; 55×40×25 cm | 1 place up to 32 kg; up to 203 cm by the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Comfort | Maximum and Optimum | 1 piece 10 kg; 55×40×25 cm | 2 places up to 23 kg each, each up to 203 cm for the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Comfort | Basic | 1 place 10 kg; 55×40×25 cm | 1st place up to 23 kg, up to 203 cm in the sum of 3 measurements |
| Economy | Maximum | 1 place 10 kg; 55×40×25 cm | 2 places up to 23 kg, each up to 203 cm for the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Economy | Optimum, Budget and Promo | 1 place 10 kg; 55×40×25 cm | 1 place up to 23 kg, up to 203 cm in the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Economy | Lite and Promo Light | 1 place 10 kg; 55×40×25 cm | Without luggage |
| Class | Tariff(s) | Hand luggage (weight and dimensions) | Luggage (weight and dimensions) |
| Business | Basic, Standard | 1 piece 15 kg; 55×40×23 cm | 1st place up to 32 kg, up to 203 cm in the sum of 3 measurements |
| Business | Plus | 1 piece 15 kg; 55×40×23 cm | 2 places up to 32 kg, each up to 203 cm for the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Economy | Basic | 1 place 10 kg; 55×40×23 cm | Without luggage |
| Economy | Standard | 1 piece 10 kg; 55×40×23 cm | 1 place up to 23 kg, up to 203 cm in the sum of 3 dimensions |
| Economy | Plus | 1 piece 10 kg ; 55×40×23 cm | 1 place up to 32 kg, up to 203 cm in the sum of 3 dimensions |
Baggage allowance: “Victory”
| Tariff | Carry-on baggage (weight and dimensions) | Luggage (weight and dimensions) |
| Basic  ; | 1 piece 10 kg; 36*30*27 cm |
Without luggage |
| Beneficial | 1 piece 10 kg; 36*30*27 cm |
1 place up to 10 kg, up to 203 cm in the sum of 3 measurements |
| Maximum | 1 piece 10 kg; 36*30*27 cm |
1 piece up to 20 kg, up to 203 cm for the sum of 3 dimensions |
It is important to consider that if you purchased a ticket with a transfer, then in this case the more stringent rules for the carriage of baggage and hand luggage will apply from all those established by the airlines operating the flight.
For example, on the OneTwoTip website, the free baggage allowance is formed in the reservation system based on the information entered by the airline. On the checkout page, before purchasing, you can view the free baggage allowance included in the price of the ticket you have chosen. Dimensions and weight restrictions for hand luggage and checked baggage are usually indicated.
If the airline provides detailed information about the dimensions and baggage allowance, you can see more information by clicking on the highlighted field.
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