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What is the baggage allowance for Star Alliance?

Baggage Allowance - For economy class you may allow for one (1) piece of baggage at the weight of 20kg, business class travel allows for two (2) pieces at a combined weight of 30kg and for first class, two (2) pieces at a combined weight of 40kg may be checked free of charge for the whole itinerary/journey.



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Airlines often have a standard outline of their baggage allowance on their website. However, allowances can vary, depending on the flight. During the booking process, websites display the allowance for your specific flight, with different upgrade options to choose from.

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On all flights, except to and from the United States, each passenger can purchase a checked luggage weight allowance of 20 kg, 25 kg, 30 kg, or 40 kg. It doesn't matter how many bags the total weight is split into, but no bag can be over 32 kg (70 lbs) in weight and 319 cm (126 inches) in total dimensions.

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Can I take an extra piece of baggage for free with Star Alliance Gold status? With Gold status on any Star Alliance airline, you can take an extra piece of checked baggage free of charge, regardless of the fare you choose. Your status will be verified at the airport, so be sure to bring your card with you.

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Members of the Star Alliance include: Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Avianca, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Egyptair, Ethiopian Airlines, Eva Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, ...

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Most airlines allow you to check additional bags for a fee, with each extra bag costing more than the last. Your airline might offer an international flight baggage allowance of two free checked bags, for instance, with a $125 fee for a third bag and $200 for each additional bag after that.

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Final thoughts on Star Alliance Gold status Star Alliance Gold benefits provide airport lounge access, expedited check-in and security, extra baggage allowance, and more. While it can be challenging to place a value on these perks, Star Alliance Gold can save you money and time on your next flight.

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In the Departure Control System, the customer's tier level is indicated with '*G'. On boarding passes look for this format 'XX*G' and read as Airline Star Alliance Gold (XX is the two-letter airline code).

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Southwest is the only airline that provides 2 FREE CHECKED BAGS for all fares.

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International flights allow one, and often two, pieces of checked luggage per passenger.

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Air Canada, United and Avianca offer the most flexibility for earning and redeeming miles within the Star Alliance.

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If your boarding pass does not show the Star Alliance Gold indicator, you will need to also show a valid Star Alliance Gold card. You can bring one guest, who must be travelling on the same Star Alliance flight as you.

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For hold luggage, most airlines set a weight limit for single items of luggage. Usually, this is 23kg. If your hold luggage is over and you haven't paid for extra, you might be charged.

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That depends if you have several kg overweight and are asking for the price per kg or if you really just only have one single kg extra. For a singe kg above the limit you most probably will not get charged, especially not on a full service airline. There is usually a tolerance in the range of 2–3kg, sometimes up to 5.

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If +7 kg has sold out, your items are too heavy (over 14 kg ) or your items are too big, you'll need to purchase a checked baggage allowance and your baggage will be checked in.

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