Airline Kayak Fees and Policies 2023 - Airline-Baggage-Fees.com

Flying With a Kayak

Due to their bulky size, many airlines do not accept Kayaks on their planes, even if you are willing to pay excess luggage. The airlines that do take kayaks have strict policies in effect, and the size of the boat does matter. Be sure to check which plane you will be flying in, so as to see whether the cargo load is large enough to fit your boat.

Charter airlines are usually more accepting of kayaks and sporting equipment in general, whereas the scheduled airlines will make more of an issue out of your kayak. Further, those that do accept kayaks charge huge fees for the service, so it may make more sense to ship your kayak using a luggage shipping/luggage forwarding service, such as the ones linked to on this site.

Tips for Flying with a Kayak
If you do insist on taking your kayak with you on your flight, here are some tips for packing your kayak, and getting it onto the plane.

- Always use a kayak bag to protect the kayak
- Wrap the kayak in cloth/blanket/bubble wrap to disguise it
- Try claiming it as a surfboard, although it may be risky if found out
- If trying to hide the fact that you are bringing a kayak, consider disguising/not bringing your paddle. Do not pack your paddling gear inside the boat.
- Dress and act professionally. SMILE :-) to the check-in agent, do not cause any trouble.
- DO NOT ask to talk to a manager. You are better off trying to sort out the situation with the check-in agent. If a manager shows up, they will likely be more strict in enforcing the rules, and charge a higher price.

Airline Name	Included in Allowance?	Cost	Policy / Comments
Adria Airways	No	See Policy	View Policy
Adria Airways Adria Airways Kayaks Policy We will be happy to transport your sports equipment on our aircraft by prior arrangement. Kayak (up to 32kg weight, 2,01-2,50m length) is classified as large size sporting equipment and are always charged as excess baggage with the applicable fee: 150 EUR for destinations in Europe and 300 EUR for other destinations. If you wish to transport large sports equipment on the aircraft, you must let us know when reserving your ticket. The request that the ticket sales agent includes with the reservation must be confirmed by the airline.
Aegean Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines Kayaks Policy To be charged at the above rates, the sports equipment must consist of no more than the listed items. If additional items are to be carried apart from those listed for each form of equipment, then excess baggage charges will be levied. On journeys involving a transatlantic flight and on flights operated in cooperation with other airlines, the charges may differ. For more information, please contact the Reservations Department. Sports equipment on domestic flights operated by Aegean On domestic flights, sports equipment is included in your free baggage allowance. For carriage to be approved, you need to contact our Reservations Department in advance of your journey to notify us that you will be carrying the items in question and to inform us of their dimensions.
Aeroflot	Yes	Free	View Policy
Aeroflot Aeroflot Kayaks Policy Will be included in free baggage allowance. Extra piece rate will apply if it is over free baggage allowance shown on the ticket. Overweight, oversize rate will apply according to measurements.
Air Asia	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Air Asia Air Asia Kayaks Policy Due to the large size and handling complexities of some sporting equipment which cannot be accommodated through the airport baggage system or within the aircraft cargo hold, we do not accept the following equipment: Hang gliders Sails Kayaks, canoes and oars Pole vaults Javelins
Air Asia X	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Air Asia X Air Asia X Kayaks Policy Due to the large size and handling complexities of some sporting equipment which cannot be accommodated through the airport baggage system or within the aircraft cargo hold, we do not accept the following equipment: Hang gliders Sails Kayaks, canoes and oars Pole vaults Javelins
Air Berlin	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Air Berlin Air Berlin Kayaks Policy Kayak - - packed in soft case or similar. If the kayak you wish to check in exceeds the free baggage allowance included in your fare, you have the option of checking it in as a separate item of baggage under the excess baggage conditions currently in force. Sports and special baggage must be registered in advance.
Air Canada	Yes	$100 USD	View Policy
Air Canada Air Canada Kayaks Policy Air Canada accepts Kayaks for transport under the following conditions. Kayaks are accepted: On a space available basis only and should be pre-registered at time of booking. On Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge aircraft. On Air Canada Express Embraer E175 and E190 aircraft. Contact Air Canada Reservations for more information. If you’re travelling with kayaking equipment, please be at the airport a full 30 minutes before the normal recommended check-in time for your flight. Each kayak counts as one piece of baggage towards the maximum number of checked bags allowed by your fare type. Maximum length: 300 cm (116 in)* Maximum width: 45 cm (18 in) Maximum height: 76 cm (29 in) Contact Air Canada Reservations for kayaks that exceed the limits listed above. Air Canada Kayak Fee 2023 An Oversize Baggage Fee ($100-$120) will be charged for your kayak. Because you will be charged the Oversize fee, an Overweight fee will not be charged. Your Kayak will count toward your regular baggage allowance, and standard checked baggage fees may apply. Even if they are checked in separately, kayak paddles and one kayak count as one piece of baggage. Oversize and additional piece charges apply to the kayak, but not to the paddles when they are checked with the kayak. If your kayak is your 3rd item, oversize/overweight fees should not be charged, but you will have to pay the extra item fee ($100-$225, depending on destination). When packed separately, all additional pieces of kayaking equipment (e.g. helmet, life vest, dry top, spray skirt) count as one piece of baggage. If your baggage count (kayaking equipment + number of bags to be checked) exceeds the maximum number of items allowed by your fare type additional checked baggage charges will apply. These fees will be collected at the airport. Kayak Packing instructions Kayaks and paddles must be packaged in a rigid and/or hard shell container specifically designed for shipping. If otherwise packaged, kayaking equipment may be refused for carriage. Air Canada is not liable if and to the extent that any damage results from the inherent defect, quality or vice of the baggage.
Air Chathams	No	See Policy	View Policy
Air Chathams Air Chathams Kayaks Policy Over-sized or excess baggage items such as fishing, diving equipment or bicycles may be carried subject to the following: You must inform our office at least two days in advance of any special requirements We will need to know the weight and dimensions of such items Excess baggage rates apply (NZD 3.30 per kg) Carriage is not guaranteed and your over-sized/excess items may be off loaded or carried on a separate flight Where guaranteed carriage is required please discuss this with us at least two days in advance and preferably at the time of booking. Additional fees may be applicable.
Air Mauritius	No	See Policy	View Policy
Air Mauritius Air Mauritius Kayaks Policy EUROPE ROUTES The transport of sports equipment {Diving, cycling, surfing, skiing equipment, etc} is included in the free baggage allowance, provided they do not exceed 200cm in dimension (length + width + height). This type of equipment is considered as equivalent to one single piece of baggage. In case the total number of pieces, including sports equipments, exceeds the free baggage allowance, the charge for extra pieces will apply as per the piece concept policy. Sports equipment whose dimension (L+W+H) exceed 200cm cannot be included in free baggage allowance and a flat fee of USD 200 (Ex-Mauritius) and EUR 200 (Ex Europe) is payable. REST OF NETWORK (except RODRIGUES ROUTE) Sports equipment can be included in checked baggage, provided they do not exceed 200cm in dimension (length + width + height). If the total weight exceeds normal baggage entitlement, a flat fee per trip each way within a 23 kg limit per set of equipment will be charged as follows: South Africa/Reunion/Antananarivo - EUR 20 Other routes (except EUROPE and RODRIGUES) - EUR 40 If the dimension (L+W+H) of sports equipment exceeds 200cm then a charge of USD 200 is payable.
Air Nelson	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Air Nelson Air Nelson Kayaks Policy Sporting equipment is counted as a piece of baggage therefore once the allowance has been exceeded domestic piece charges will apply. If you are travelling with items that exceed maximum dimensions for checked baggage, these are classified as oversized. Examples of oversized items are bicycles, surfboards, hang-gliders and wind-surfers. Since these are larger items, carriage will be subject to availability of space on the aircraft. Please note there is a maximum weight restriction of 32kg (70 lbs) per item and length restrictions also apply. The maximum length per piece on jet aircraft is 2.5 metres however this may be reduced depending on the width and height of the item. Similarly the aircraft operated on Link services have a maximum length of 1.8 metres. If your package dimensions exceed - Length 1.8m x Width 0.8m x Height 1.20 m, please contact your local Air New Zealand office for assistance. If you are travelling on a combination of aircraft, the smallest aircraft in your journey will determine the maximum length or width that can be accepted. Oversized items are still carried subject to space availability. Jet services are Boeing 737, 767, 777, 747 and Airbus A320. Link services are flight numbers in series 2000, 5000 and 8000. We recommend that you check with our specialist team at Air New Zealand Cargo to ascertain if your piece will fit on our aircraft. You will need to supply the length, width and height of your item
Air New Zealand	Yes	Oversize Baggage Fee	View Policy
Air New Zealand Air New Zealand Kayaks Policy Air New Zealand will accept your kayak in place of a checked bag, but an Oversize Baggage fee will apply if it is longer than 2.00 meters (up to a maximum of 2.50 meters). An overweight baggage fee will also apply if your kayak is heavier than 23 kg / 50 lbs (up to a maximum of 32 kg). If your kayak is longer than 2.50 meters, you can only transport it as Cargo. Please contact Air New Zealand about transporting your kayak as cargo. Note:Restrictions apply if flying domestically on smaller aircraft, as items larger than 180 x 80 x 120 cm will not fit. Please contact Air New Zealand for assistance.
Air Nippon	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Air Nippon Air Nippon Kayaks Policy Skis, surfboards, golf bags, diving equipment and other such sports gear are handled like normal luggage. Please contact ANA domestic booking information center in advance in case that the totals of 3 sides exceeds 203 cm. Even if your bulky baggage such as musical instrument or sports equipment is within free baggage allowance, your baggage may not be accepted for airport facility condition or small aircraft. Ski equipment, golf bag and fishing equipment may not be accepted for flights operated by ANA (Q84, Q83, 320) and flights operated by IBEX and Oriental Air Bridge. Please contact ANA Flights Reservation and Information Center in advance.
Air Pacific	No	See Policy	View Policy
Air Pacific Air Pacific Kayaks Policy Bulky items such as surfboards and golf bags will be weighed along with passenger's check-in luggage. If the check-in luggage and bulky item weigh more than the 23 kg (50 lbs), the overweight bags will be charged excess baggage charges and applicable bulky items fee. If the combined weight is 23 kg (50 lbs), the bulky item will only be charged the bulky item fees. Any piece (Oversize Baggage/Bulky item) exceeding 292cm (115in) in dimensions will not be accepted as checked baggage. For Domestic flights and Domestic connections from International flights: Pacific Sun charges FJD100.00 per item for bulky items such as surf boards and golf clubs. This fee is in addition to any excess baggage fees that may apply. This fee is separate from FJ international bulky item charge.
Air Poland	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Air Poland Air Poland Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not accepted for carriage in passenger's baggage.
Air Pullmantur	No	100 EUR	View Policy
Air Pullmantur Air Pullmantur Kayaks Policy You can travel with kayak or any other sport complement, as long as you pay an additional 100 EUR charge per item and leg. Bear in mind that in the General Terms and Conditions, we establish that the company has the authority to accept or reject any parcel due to its weight, shape or size.
Air Rarotonga	No	See Policy	View Policy
Air Rarotonga Air Rarotonga Kayaks Policy Special baggage restrictions apply to Northern Group flights to Penrhyn, Manihiki and Pukapuka. If you are traveling with others, then you may combine your baggage entitlement provided that the weight of no individual item exceeds 32kg. We may refuse to carry any baggage which, in our view, is unsuitable for carriage for any reason. Large items of baggage such as bicycles or surfboards may be carried; special conditions will apply and a surcharge may be imposed. Wherever practical, we will carry your baggage on the same flight as you. If this is not practical, for any reason, then we will carry your baggage on the next flight having space and load capacity to do so.
Air Tahiti	No	See Policy	View Policy
Air Tahiti Air Tahiti Kayaks Policy Each baggage item must not exceed 32 kg (70 lb) and 150 cm (59") (height + length + width, wheels and handles included). Any baggage item exceeding these limits will not be accepted for the standard check-in but might be authorized in freight. This restriction may also apply to voluminous objects (bicycles ...). Voluminous luggage such as surfboards are not accepted at check-in. They can be transported by freight only if the length does not exceed 1,80m (70") and depending of the availability of the flight (they may travel on a different flight than the one you are travelling on, or on another day...). Please contact our air freight service.
Air Transat	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Air Transat Air Transat Kayaks Policy Canoes and kayaks are not accepted at check-in counters. They can be sent only via Cargo. Transportation charges apply. For more information, contact Air Transat's Cargo department.
Air VIA	No	See Policy	View Policy
Air VIA Air VIA Kayaks Policy Kayaks is deemed to be special baggage and must be packed separately. We advise passengers to check in sports equipment in sturdy packaging. It must be recognisable as sports equipment at the check-in desk. The following charges apply in case of Kayaks: 50.00 EUR Flat rate, Round Trip(max. 30 kg)
Airlines of Tasmania	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Airlines of Tasmania Airlines of Tasmania Kayaks Policy Bulky items (maximum 2 metres), including but not limited to bicycles, surfboards, skis, golf clubs, snow boards, may be included within the 15kg allowance, subject to space availability. Passengers who anticipate having bulky items or excess baggage should arrive at the airport to check in 2 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
AirTran Airways	Yes	USD 75	View Policy
AirTran Airways AirTran Airways Kayaks Policy Kayaks will require the customer to sign a limited liability release form. Paddles must be secured. USD 75 additional fee is assessed each way for all kayaks other than sea kayak. All standard checked baggage fees apply.
Alaska Airlines	Yes	$150 USD +	View Policy
Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks will be accepted as checked luggage on Alaska Airlines, subject to the following restrictions. Regular checked baggage fees apply as well. Kayaks that exceed 62 linear inches or 50lbs are subject to standard overweight ($100) and oversize ($150) charges with maximum dimensions of 115 linear inches and maximum weight of 100lbs. One set of kayak paddles may be included in this charge and must be securely taped to the kayak or boxed. Standard checked baggage fees ($30 if 1st checked item, $40 if 2nd, $150 for 3rd or more) as well. Please note the higher $150 3rd / Extra Bag fee and $150 Oversize Bag fee applies on all Alaska Airlines flights purchased on/after June 30 2023. The previous $100 extra bag fee still applies to flights purchased before June 30 2023, as well as the lower $100 oversize fee. Alaska does not provide paddle boxes at the counter. Only kayaks of polyethylene construction are acceptable. Kayaks of glass construction are not accepted. Kayaks are not accepted on AS flights 2000-2999 and 344 0-3499. Glass kayaks are not accepted on Alaska Airlines flights. Refer to our Alaska Airlines Baggage page for checked, overweight and oversize charges.
Allegiant Air	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Allegiant Air Allegiant Air Kayaks Policy Allegiant Air does not accept Kayaks on board their flights as checked baggage. They do not have a cargo department either, so it is not an option to send kayaks with Allegiant Air.
American Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
American Airlines American Airlines Kayaks Policy American Airlines unfortunately does not accept kayaks as a piece of checked luggage.
ANA Wings	No	See Policy	View Policy
ANA Wings ANA Wings Kayaks Policy We may be able to accept sports equipment as checked baggage, which can be included free baggage allowance. Even if your bulky baggage such as sports equipment is within free baggage allowance, your baggage may not be accepted for airport facility condition or small aircraft. Please contact ANA Flights Reservation and Information Center in advance. * Details of the maximum baggage length for each aircraft can be found below. We may not accept your bulky baggage even when your baggage length is under the maximum length according to the load condition of other checked in baggage. Ski equipment, golf bag and fishing equipment may not be accepted for flights operated by ANA (Q84, Q83, 320) and flights operated by IBEX and Oriental Air Bridge.
Arik Air	No	See Policy	View Policy
Arik Air Arik Air Kayaks Policy It is permitted to transport ski equipment, golf bags, surfs and windsurfs, bicycle etc, as registered baggage against space availability and payment of special excess baggage supplement. Contact your travel agent, the nearest Arik Air ticket office or Call Center for more information.
Arkia Israeli Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Arkia Israeli Airlines Arkia Israeli Airlines Kayaks Policy Fragile and Irregular Sports Equipment: 50% of the excess weight rate (regardless of the passenger's total baggage weight).
Aserca	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Aserca Aserca Kayaks Policy Aserca does not accept Kayaks on its flights
Aurigny	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Aurigny Aurigny Kayaks Policy Whenever space and payload permits Aurigny will endeavour to carry your sporting goods. If your total baggage is within your 20kg allowance no additional charges will apply, except in the case of sporting weapons for which an administration charge of 35 EUR. In the event of your combined personal baggage and sporting goods exceeding your 20kg free hold baggage allowance, a Sporting Goods charge (see http://www.aurigny.com/html/en/fChargesFees.asp?lang=EN) will be applied per person per sector which will increase your hold allowance by 20Kgs , these charges are non refundable. If your total baggage weight exceeds the combined 40kg allowance, normal Excess Baggage charges will be applied. Only one piece of sporting equipment will be considered for the Sporting Goods charge, any further pieces will be treated as excess baggage. Sporting goods and any other baggage in excess of your free baggage allowance will be carried subject to payload. In the event of items travelling on a later flight than yourself, you will be responsible for collecting these from the destination airport. Pre-booked Enhanced Baggage Allowance - Passengers may pre-book one additional bag, weighing up to a maximum 20kgs. This facility will be limited to a maximum 6 items on flights between CI and UK, and 10 items on Grenoble route. To prebook (up to 4 hours prior to travel) please call our Reservations department on Tel: +44 (0) 1481 822886. This service is not available on inter-island services, operated by Trislander aircraft equipment. Sporting goods are carried on a Limited Release basis only; Aurigny will not accept responsibility for accidental damage in transit.
Austrian Airlines	Yes	100-200 EUR	View Policy
Austrian Airlines Austrian Airlines Kayaks Policy 1 kayak (no motor attached). Sports equipment is part of your free baggage allowance if its size is within the stated limits. If the transport of your sports equipment is exceeding your free baggage allowance, excess baggage charges are applicable: Within Europe and 3rd countries - EUR 100.- or USD/CAD 150 Inter-continental - EUR 200.- or USD/CAD 300
Avianca	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Avianca Avianca Kayaks Policy Avianca does not accept Kayaks as checked baggage.
AZUL Brazilian Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
AZUL Brazilian Airlines AZUL Brazilian Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayak are not accepted on AZUL flights, due to their large bulky size. They will have to be transported as Cargo.
Bahrain Air	No	BHD 19	View Policy
Bahrain Air Bahrain Air Kayaks Policy We charge BD 19 per sports item which may increase depending on the weight of the item.
BinterCanarias	No	See Policy	View Policy
BinterCanarias BinterCanarias Kayaks Policy Once your ticket has been issued, you must make a request for special baggage. This request must be made by calling us on telephone 902 391 392 or 902BINTER. Once your request has been confirmed, you will be notified by telephone.
Blekingeflyg	No	150 SEK	View Policy
Blekingeflyg Blekingeflyg Kayaks Policy Transportation of bicycles, surfboards, skis and such can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 150 per flight and object.
bmi	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
bmi bmi Kayaks Policy Accepted subject to aircraft hold space Business, Flexible Economy (UK, ROI and HAJ from LHR): Free if within baggage allowance. If in excess of baggage allowance: GBP 30/EUR 34 fixed fee, per item, per sector. Economy (bmi operated routes only): A flat rate of GBP 30 per item, per sector will be applied. If the item is over 20kg but under 32kg then an additional GBP 30 per item, per direction will apply.
bmi Regional	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
bmi Regional bmi Regional Kayaks Policy Accepted subject to aircraft hold space Business, Flexible Economy (UK, ROI and HAJ from LHR): Free if within baggage allowance. If in excess of baggage allowance: GBP 30/EUR 34 fixed fee, per item, per sector. Economy (bmi operated routes only): A flat rate of GBP 30 per item, per sector will be applied. If the item is over 20kg but under 32kg then an additional GBP 30 per item, per direction will apply.
bmibaby	No	See Policy	View Policy
bmibaby bmibaby Kayaks Policy Larger items including Canoes, Hang gliders, Surfboards and Wind Surfboards will be charged at GBP 24.99 (EUR 30) per sector per item on the website and GBP 30.00 (EUR 38) per sector per item when booked through the bmibaby call centre or airport. These items will be carried subject to space availability on the aircraft and sports equipment bags must only contain the items for practising the sport. Sporting equipment is non-refundable once purchased Please note any payment made at the airport may incur a handling fee
bmibaby.com	No	See Policy	View Policy
bmibaby.com bmibaby.com Kayaks Policy Larger items including Canoes, Hang gliders, Surfboards and Wind Surfboards will be charged at GBP 24.99 (EUR 30) per sector per item on the website and GBP 30.00 (EUR 38) per sector per item when booked through the bmibaby call centre or airport. These items will be carried subject to space availability on the aircraft and sports equipment bags must only contain the items for practising the sport. Sporting equipment is non-refundable once purchased Please note any payment made at the airport may incur a handling fee
British Airways	No	Free - Small Kayaks Only - Standard Baggage Fee	View Policy
British Airways British Airways Kayaks Policy Because of the large size and the associated handling complexities, British Airways does not accept larger Kayaks or Canoes as checked baggage. You may only transport small kayaks shorter than 190 cm on British Airways. Small kayaks with paddles in a protective bag as part of your checked baggage as long as the packed bag is under 190cm in length. Clothes and other personal items must not be packed in with your equipment. You may still send your larger Kayaks or Canoes via British Airways Cargo.
Brussels Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Brussels Airlines Brussels Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not included in the Brussels Airlines free baggage allowance, and are subject to payment of service charge and must be booked before travelling through our Customer Contact Centre. A Kayak is defined as: 1 canoe or 1 kayak (no motor attached) A kayak exceeding your free baggage allowance will be accepted for a fee of €100/CHF120/$130 within Europe and for €200/CHF240/$300 on Intercontinental flights.
Bulgaria Air	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Bulgaria Air Bulgaria Air Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not accepted on Bulgaria Air as they exceed the maximum allowed dimensions of sports equipment of 203cm
CanJet	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
CanJet CanJet Kayaks Policy Sporting equipment not accepted for travel: Kayaks, Canoes, Windsurfers, Pole-vaults and Hand Gliders.
Caribbean Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not accepted for transport on Caribbean Airlines. Due to the large size and handling complexities, some sporting equipment cannot be accommodated through our airport baggage system or within our aircraft hold. Therefore we no longer accept as baggage equipment for the following: Hang gliding Javelin Kayak/canoe Pole vault Steel pan (only Tenor pans are allowed) Windsurfing boards and sailboards Please contact Caribbean Airlines Cargo or your local freight company to transport items that exceed the permitted weight or size or are not allowed or are not mentioned.
Cathay Pacific	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Cathay Pacific Cathay Pacific Kayaks Policy Sporting equipment is subject to the applicable standard excess baggage charges if in excess of your standard free baggage allowance. Due to it's size, Cathay pacific will charge 4x the excess baggage charge for a kayak, so you may be asked to cough up close to $700 to bring a kayak. We do not recommend flying with Cathay Pacific if planning on bringing a kayak.
Chathams Pacific	No	TOP 30	View Policy
Chathams Pacific Chathams Pacific Kayaks Policy Over-sized items such as surfboards and bicycles may be carried subject to the following: Carriage is generally only possible on the Convair & Metro aircraft which service the Ha'apai & Vavau & Tongatapu Islands A handling fee of TOP30 is charged Carriage is not guaranteed and your over-sized/excess items may be off loaded or carried on a separate flight Please advise us in advance of your surfboard / bike weight and dimensions so that we can assist.
City Airline	No		View Policy
City Airline City Airline Kayaks Policy Kayaks cannot be accepted, due to their size.
Condor	No	45-135 EUR ($115-$160 USD)	View Policy
Condor Condor Kayaks Policy Condor will accept your Kayak or Canoe to be checked in at a special rate. Be sure to book it online through the Condor website to get the cheaper rate than paying for your kayak at the airport. Please note, all sports equipment is subject to a mandatory registration, so you must notify the airline before checking in that you will be bringing a kayak or canoe. Dimensions of your Kayak are limited to 300 cm length x 60 cm width x 50 cm height, and a maximum weight of 30kg. If exceeding these, oversize and overweight fees will also apply. The dimensions of the kayak or canoe must be reported when pre-registering to confirm that it can be transported. --------- Condor Zone 1 Kayak Fee Online: 45 EUR / $115.00 At Airport: 120 EUR / $145.00 Condor Zone 2 Kayak Fee Online: 60 EUR / $115.00 At Airport: 120 EUR / $145.00 Condor Zone 3 Kayak Fee Online: 70 EUR / $150.00 At Airport: 135 EUR / $160.00 Condor Zone 4 Kayak Fee Online: 70 EUR / $150.00 At Airport: 135 EUR / $160.00 Condor Zone 5 Kayak Fee Online: 75 EUR / $150.00 At Airport: 135 EUR / $160.00 Note : Sports equipment which has not been registered in advance may also be subject to an additional fee of 50.01 euros per flight (one-way) if checked in at the airport.
Continental Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Continental Airlines Continental Airlines Kayaks Policy United will accept a kayak or canoe as checked luggage for a service charge fee of USD 100 (each way) for travel between the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and USD 200 (each way) for international travel. The maximum weight allowance is 99.9 pounds (45.4 kg). Maximum length allowance is 156 inches (396 cm). United is not liable for damage to kayaks/canoes. Excess Valuation may not be purchased for kayaks/canoes. Note: On United flights, kayaks and canoes more than 156 inches (396 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage. Kayaks and canoes are not accepted as checked baggage on United Express flights. Kayaks/canoes that are more than 72 inches (183 cm) in length cannot be accommodated on 737 series aircrafts. Kayaks/canoes that are 108 inches (274.4 cm) in length or more cannot be accommodated on Airbus A320 or Airbus A319 aircraft.
Contour Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Contour Airlines Contour Airlines Kayaks Policy Due to the plane size restrictions, kayaks are not accepted on Contour Airlines. If in doubt, please contact Contour Airlines directly regarding the size and weight of your kayak to see whether it will be able to fit into the cargo hold.
Copa Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Copa Airlines Copa Airlines Kayaks Policy Copa Airlines does not accept canoes, boats, kayaks, jet skis or surf skis as baggage. If you wish to transport your kayak, you must contact COPA Airline's Cargo Department. Exception: Inflatable kayaks will be accepted as baggage, if when deflated fit within the maximum luggage size of 62 linear inches, or 115 linear inches upon payment of the oversize baggage fee.
Corendon Airlines	No	50 EUR	View Policy
Corendon Airlines Corendon Airlines Kayaks Policy Canoe/Kayak is charged an additional fee of 50 EURO.
Croatia Airlines	No	100-200 EUR	View Policy
Croatia Airlines Croatia Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks are accepted on Croatia Airlines flights, upon payment of the appropriate fee. Kayak Fees on Croatia Airlines Flights within Croatia - HRK 375 + VAT (25%) Flights within Europe - EUR 100 / USD 150 / CAD 150 Intercontinental flights - EUR 200 / USD 300 / CAD 300 A Kayak is defined as 1 canoe or 1 kayak (no motor attached). It is classified as "BIG" sports equipment by Croatia Airlines, meaning items over 32kg and/or from 201-277cm. Due to its volume and weight, the number of sports equipment is restricted and must be pre-notifed at time of reservation. The acceptance of items exceeding 32kg and/or 158cm maximum dimensions requires pre-authorization by Croatia Airlines.
Cyprus Airways	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Cyprus Airways Cyprus Airways Kayaks Policy Other certain oversize and overweight items, and sporting equipment that is not included in the categories above, such as wind-surfer boards, hand-gliders, water-skis that exceed the maximum dimensions, and canoes, are not accepted as baggage and must be carried as cargo. For more information please contact Cyprus Airways Cargo (Tel. No +357 22 590 800) from Monday to Friday (07:15-18:00) or e-mail [email protected]
Czech Airlines	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Czech Airlines Czech Airlines Kayaks Policy A kayak must be packed in protective packing, and is treated as one piece of baggage. It is important to reserve space for sports equipment transport in the aircraft hold. Please reserve sports equipment transport ahead of time, ideally with the ticket purchase, via the Czech Airlines Contact Centre, through the ticketing offices or your ticketing agent. For technical reasons, it is not possible to check sports equipment in excess of 32kg and/or 250cm in combined length, width and height.
Dagestan Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Dagestan Airlines Dagestan Airlines Kayaks Policy A passenger, who wishes to carry sports equipment, must inform the airline when buying a ticket. Baggage exceeding the specified weight and size, may be transported only by prior agreement with the airline and is paid according to the rate for the total weight or is registered as cargo according to the transportation regulations.
Danube Wings	No	See Policy	View Policy
Danube Wings Danube Wings Kayaks Policy Carriage of the kayak is permitted only with the prior consent of the Carrier and it is subject to available space. The company reserves the right to refuse carriage of the items if packaging criteria are not met. Special oversized baggage may be carried only in cargo area of the aircraft. A passenger is obliged to pay a fee of EUR 50.
Darwin Airline	No	See Policy	View Policy
Darwin Airline Darwin Airline Kayaks Policy If exceeding the free baggage allowance, a charge of 10 CHF/kg is applied for excess weight. The kayak must be less than 2 meters long.
Delta Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Delta Airlines Delta Airlines Kayaks Policy Canoes and kayaks are not allowed on Delta flights, with the exception of folding kayaks. The following fees apply for folding kayaks: Fees per folding Kayak on Delta Airlines Standard baggage allowance and fees based on cabin and travel region apply Folding kayaks weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted Items in excess of baggage allowance will be subject to additional or overweight baggage fees A limited liability release form must be signed by the passenger
Dragonair	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Dragonair Dragonair Kayaks Policy Sporting equipment is subject to the applicable standard excess baggage charges if in excess of your standard free baggage allowance.
Eastern Airways	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Eastern Airways Eastern Airways Kayaks Policy Because of the limited space available it is not possible to carry these items on the aircraft we operate.
EasyJet	No	45 - 55 GBP	View Policy
EasyJet EasyJet Kayaks Policy EasyJet accepts Kayaks and Canoes as Large Sporting Equipment. EASYJET LARGE SPORTS EQUIPMENT FEE - limit of 32 kg weight allowance Paid Online - £45 GBP At Airport - £55 GBP If purchasing standard baggage and sports equipment, the exact distribution of weight between baggage items doesn't matter, subject to the maximum weights (32 kg per item) for health and safety reasons.
Edelweiss Air	No	See Policy	View Policy
Edelweiss Air Edelweiss Air Kayaks Policy Edelweiss Air brings sports equipment, subject to certain limitations, free of charge in addition to your free checked baggage allowance. Kayaks are not specifically mentioned by Edelweiss, but some smaller kayaks may qualify within the specifications of other sports such as Surfboards, which are accepted as long as they weigh less than 23 kg / 50 lbs, and are shorter than 315 cm in length. Your "surfboard" would fly for free as long as it weighs less than 23 kg / 50 lbs. If it weighs more than 23 kg / 50 lbs, up to maximum of 32 kg / 70 lbs, you will have to pay the "Category Big" sports equipment fee, as follows: Flights to/from Europe: Category Normal (up to 23 kg): CHF 0.- Category Big (up to 32 kg): CHF 149.- Flights to/from North Africa and Jordan: Category Normal (up to 23 kg): CHF 0.- Category Big (up to 32 kg): CHF 201.- Flights to/from Short-haul intercontinental destinations: Category Normal (up to 23 kg): CHF 0.- Category Big (up to 32 kg): CHF 287.- Flights to/from Medium-haul intercontinental destinations: Category Normal (up to 23 kg): CHF 0.- Category Big (up to 32 kg): CHF 368.- Flights to/from Long-haul intercontinental destinations: Category Normal (up to 23 kg): CHF 0.- Category Big (up to 32 kg): CHF 460.-
EgyptAir	No	See Policy	View Policy
EgyptAir EgyptAir Kayaks Policy The following special baggage will be checked as cargo: Bike-Tandem, Bulk baggage, Hang Gliders, Kayaks, and Surfboard Please contact your local EGYPTAIR cargo office to arrange carriage for any items that exceed the permitted weight and size. Not included in the baggage allowance schedule.
El Al	No	$100-$200	View Policy
El Al El Al Kayaks Policy Sports equipment, in addition to the baggage allowance and/or sports equipment weighing more than 15 kilos (33 pounds) and/or exceeding 140 cm (55 inches) is considered large sports equipment and entails payment for its transport (as listed in the following table). Short Flights - up to 5.5 hours Small Sports Equipment - $70 Large Sports Equipment - $100 Long Flights - over 5.5 hours Small Sports Equipment - $70 Large Sports Equipment - $200
Emirates	Yes	Included - See Policy	View Policy
Emirates Emirates Kayaks Policy Emirates will accept small kayaks as checked baggage and as part of your standard baggage allowance, provided it is less than 300cm in total linear dimensions (l+w+h). The kayak must be appropriately packed in a hard-shell packing case. If not, a Limited Release will be required. Should your overall baggage weight or amount exceed the normal free allowance, excess baggage rates will apply. Emirates Excess Weight Charge (23-32 kg / 50-70 lbs) for journeys involving Canada and North America Applicable charge: $75 USD / $95 CAD Items up to 400cm (13 feet) in length may be accepted in exceptional cases, but you MUST contact Emirates ahead of time to confirm. We suggest not booking your flight until you have contacted the airline to confirm it will accept it. Please contact your local Emirates office for more information on excess baggage rates.
Enerjet	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Enerjet Enerjet Kayaks Policy Enerjet does not accept Kayaks as checked luggage.
Ethiopian Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines Kayaks Policy If you take along particularly bulky or damageable baggage (bicycles, surf and snowboards, skis, large musical instruments, wardrobe trunks etc.) you may have to pay an additional fee and register your baggage with us prior to your departure.
EuroLOT	No		View Policy
EuroLOT EuroLOT Kayaks Policy Fees and weight limits vary and depends on the type of equipment (eg ski, snowboard, bike, bag of golf equipment, etc...) Prices for special baggage can be checked when booking or before by consulting with Eurolot through the Contact Centre on +48 22 481 1915. The intention to carry special baggage should be reported at the time of booking.
Finnair	No	150 - 300 EUR	View Policy
Finnair Finnair Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not included in your Finnair checked baggage allowance – you will always need to pay a special-baggage fee at the airport to transport such items. If you are planning on travelling with a kayak on Finnair, you should notify the airline when you make your flight reservation, or as early as possible. You should also ensure that you arrive at the check-in well in advance of your flight's departure time. Bringing a Kayak on Finnair will cost a flat fee of 150 EUR on flights within Finland and Europe, and 300 EUR / $350 on flights to/from Asia, North America, and the Middle East.
Finnair	No	150 - 300 EUR	View Policy
Finnair Finnair Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not included in your Finnair checked baggage allowance – you will always need to pay a special-baggage fee at the airport to transport such items. If you are planning on travelling with a kayak on Finnair, you should notify the airline when you make your flight reservation, or as early as possible. You should also ensure that you arrive at the check-in well in advance of your flight's departure time. Bringing a Kayak on Finnair will cost a flat fee of 150 EUR on flights within Finland and Europe, and 300 EUR / $350 on flights to/from Asia, North America, and the Middle East.
Finncomm Airlines	No	EUR 50	View Policy
Finncomm Airlines Finncomm Airlines Kayaks Policy For Kayaks, an extra fee is always charged. EUR 50 one-way
Flair Airlines	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Flair Airlines Flair Airlines Kayaks Policy Flair Air accepts kayaks as checked baggage. All standard checked baggage, oversize, overweight, and additional piece charges may apply. Kayaks – One per customer. Must be packaged for shipping to prevent damage. Maximum dimension accepted: 300 cm x 45 cm x 76 cm (length x width x height) or 9’8″ x 1’5″ x 2’5″. Due to the size, the aircraft we may be limited to a small number of kayaks, please call Flair at 204-285-0844 ahead of arriving at the airport. Overweight and oversize fees apply. Sport Equipment is considered as part of the customer’s checked baggage allotment (3 bags maximum).
flybe	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
flybe flybe Kayaks Policy Due to the size of the aircraft in Flybe's fleet, Flybe no longer accepts kayaks for transportation as hold luggage.
FlyNiki	No	See Policy	View Policy
FlyNiki FlyNiki Kayaks Policy SURF/KITE Surfboard (with sail and mast)/Bodyboard/Kiteboard/Waveboard/Canoe/Kayak EUR 25 for short- and medium-haul flights. EUR 40 for long-haul flights. These fees are for transportation one-way. Packed in soft-case or similar. Registration is Required.
Flysmaland	No	150 SEK	View Policy
Flysmaland Flysmaland Kayaks Policy Transportation of sports equipment can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 150 per flight and object.
Frontier Airlines	Yes	$150-$175 USD	View Policy
Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Kayaks Policy Frontier Airlines is one of the few airlines that will accept your kayak as checked baggage. This is defined as "One kayak or canoe, with paddles". Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted. Your Kayak must not exceed the length of 15 feet. Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. Kayaks accepted as Checked baggage: Yes Kayaks accepted as Carry-on: No Frontier Airlines Kayak and Canoe Fees: Standard Frontier Airlines Checked bag fees, including excess, are charged based on Fare Option purchased. Overweight ($75-$100) and oversized ($75) fees are charged if applicable. Be sure to note the lowered weight allowance of only 40 lbs (18 kg) on checked bags (down from 50 lbs / 23 kg previously). The new overweight luggage fees effective in 2023 are now: 41-50 lbs: $75 Overweight Fee (previously $50) 51-100 lbs: $100 Overweight fee
Germania	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Germania Germania Kayaks Policy
Gol Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Gol Airlines Gol Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks cannot be checked on GOL Airlines, and may only be shipped via GOLLOG Cargo transportation. Please contact GOLLOG regarding the costs to ship your kayak with them. It is possible to check in kayak paddles separately, in which case they would be included in your standard GOL Airlines baggage allowance. All standard regular baggage fees may apply. Weight is limited to 23 kg / 50 lbs, and a fee of $15 USD / KG applies if exceeding that weight.
Gotlandsflyg	No	150 SEK	View Policy
Gotlandsflyg Gotlandsflyg Kayaks Policy Transportation of sports equipment can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 150 per flight and object.
Gulf Air	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Gulf Air Gulf Air Kayaks Policy For Surfboards and Windsurf boards and sails; kayaks and hand gliders: Gulf Air is delighted to accept these items as long as each piece does not exceed 32 kg and are within the dimensions set for extraordinary baggage 190 cm (75") x 75 cm (20.5") x 65 cm (25.5"). We would not be able to accept larger dimensions as checked baggage. Gulf Air would be happy to carry them as cargo in these circumstances. Please see our cargo section on the website.
Hainan Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Kayaks Policy Due to large sizes and complexity in handling, some sports sets cannot be put into storage areas on board or cannot be dealt with through the baggage system at the airport. Therefore, we will not accept the following sets as normal sports equipments for consignment: light boats, gliding sets of a hanging-style, canoes, kites, rafts, minitype sledges sail boards. Hainan Airlines does not accept these articles as checked baggage. They should be transported as cargo. Please directly consult the local Hainan Airlines cargo transportation department or their agents for information.
Hawaiian Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Kayaks Policy Hawaiian Airlines does not accept Kayaks for carriage on its aircraft.
Helvetic Airways	No	See Policy	View Policy
Helvetic Airways Helvetic Airways Kayaks Policy Sports equipment which is larger than 150cm/59 inches is charged at EUR 50.00 per item per segment and must be pre-booked.
helvetic.com	No	See Policy	View Policy
helvetic.com helvetic.com Kayaks Policy Sports equipment which is larger than 150cm/59 inches is charged at EUR 50.00 per item per segment and must be pre-booked.
Horizon Air	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Horizon Air Horizon Air Kayaks Policy Each checked piece of sporting equipment listed below is subject to our standard checked baggage service charge, overweight (51-100 pounds) fee or oversize (62" - 115") fee. Refer to our Checked Baggage page for checked piece, overweight and oversize charges. Kayaks Kayaks accepted only on Alaska Airlines flights 001-999 Glass kayaks are not accepted
Iceland Air	No	$126-$174 USD	View Policy
Iceland Air Iceland Air Kayaks Policy Kayaks are considered as large size equipment. It cannot be part of your regular checked baggage allowance. *The Kayak cannot be longer than 2,5 meters long. Below mentioned flat fee is charged for Kayaks. Kayaks may be added prior to departure by contacting the Iceland Air service center. A 20% discount applies compared to the airport fee, if paid in advance. No pre-booking is required, but it is recommended to contact Iceland Air in advance to ensure and book space for the kayak, as only one large sports equipment item per flight is allowed. Each way between Iceland and Europe - USD 126 / 117 EUR Each way between Iceland and North America - USD 148 / 138 EUR Each way between Europe and North America - USD 174 / 162 EUR
JAL Express	Yes	FREE	View Policy
JAL Express JAL Express Kayaks Policy Domestic Flights: Skis, surfboards, golf bags, diving equipment and other such sports gear are handled like ordinary carry-on items. (Items between 20 and 32 kilograms are subject to an excess fee, and up to 100 kilograms may be checked in.) International Flights: Sports equipments will be handled as normal baggage except Surfboards and Windsurfing equipment.
Japan Airlines	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Japan Airlines Japan Airlines Kayaks Policy Domestic Flights: Skis, surfboards, golf bags, diving equipment and other such sports gear are handled like ordinary carry-on items. (Items between 20 and 32 kilograms are subject to an excess fee, and up to 100 kilograms may be checked in.) International Flights: Sports equipments will be handled as normal baggage except Surfboards and Windsurfing equipment.
JAT Airways	No	See Policy	View Policy
JAT Airways JAT Airways Kayaks Policy Passengers are required to notify the airline of the presence of such equipment when they make their reservation, and such items require the approval of Jat Airways before they can be accepted onto the flight. For more detailed information, contact our nearest offices in Serbia and Montenegro, regional offices abroad, or a certified agent.
jet2.com	No	See Policy	View Policy
jet2.com jet2.com Kayaks Policy Jet2.com may accept your kayak for transportation as hold luggage - please contact the airline directly for any fees and limitations, and to reserve space for your kayak on your flight. Most sports equipment on Jet2.com is limited in weight to 22 kg / 48.5 lbs, and excess weight is charged at a rate of 12 GBP per KG. Sports Equipment on Jet2.com typically costs 30 GBP, but this may vary based on the type of equipment and route - it is best to contact the airline's call centre to confirm that a kayak will be allowed and to confirm the cost of adding a kayak to your reservation.
JetBlue	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
JetBlue JetBlue Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not accepted on JetBlue flights in 2023 due to size constraints and difficulty of transport.
Jetstar.com	Yes	$25 AUD / NZD	View Policy
Jetstar.com Jetstar.com Kayaks Policy Jetstar may accept small kayaks within your baggage weight allowance, but you will be charged an Oversize Item fee of $25 AUD / NZD. Be sure to check that your kayak does not exceed the maximum length allowances, as follows: Jetstar International Flights on Boeing 787: Maximum Length - 277cm All Other Flights: Maximum Length - 230 cm The maximum lengths for acceptable bulky items differ depending on the aircraft type. Please note, if your journey contains multiple flights with two or more aircraft types, the lesser of the limits applies. If your kayak fits within the length limit, the easiest way to add it to your booking is to pay your "bulky item" fee by adding it to your booking ahead of time via the "Manage my Booking" option on the Jetstar website. Your kayak will count toward your total baggage weight allowance, so be sure to check that your ticket includes enough weight allowance, or to purchase enough weight allowance, so that your kayak, paddle, and any suitcases you are bringing all together fit within your total checked baggage weight allowance - otherwise a steep per KG fee will be charged for excess weight. When packing your kayak, keep in mind that no single checked item may weigh more than 32 kg, even if you have purchased a higher total weight allowance. If your kayak individually weighs more than 32 kg, you will not be able to fly with it, and you may have to send it as freight. If you're travelling with bulky items, make sure you arrive at the airport when check in opens for your flight. All bulky items must be packed appropriately in accordance with the guidelines, before being presented at check-in.
Kalmarflyg	No	200 SEK	View Policy
Kalmarflyg Kalmarflyg Kayaks Policy Transportation of sports equipment can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 200 per flight and object. Passengers with bulky goods should notify before booking and purchasing air ticket.
Kenya Airways	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Kenya Airways Kenya Airways Kayaks Policy Kayaks and canoes are not accepted as baggage. Contact the cargo department for shipping information.
KLM	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
KLM KLM Kayaks Policy KLM does no longer accept kayaks as checked baggage. For transporting canoes, kayaks, hang gliders and similar pieces of large sports equipment, please contact AIR FRANCE-KLM Cargo. Check here for sport equipment details.
Korean Air	No	See Policy	View Policy
Korean Air Korean Air Kayaks Policy If your overall baggage count, including sports equipment, exceeds the free allowance provided by your fare type, an extra piece fee will apply. Any item over 23 kg (50 lb) will be charged an overweight fee.
Kullaflyg	No	150 SEK	View Policy
Kullaflyg Kullaflyg Kayaks Policy Transportation of sports equipment can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 150 per flight and object.
LAN	No		View Policy
LAN LAN Kayaks Policy Kayak may only be transported via LANCARGO.
LATAM	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
LATAM LATAM Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not accepteed on LATAM flights, and may only be sent via LATAM Cargo
LOT Airlines	Yes	Free	View Policy
LOT Airlines LOT Airlines Kayaks Policy A kayak or a canoe (no motor attached) is allowed on LOT Airlines flights. You may bring a kayak in place of a regular suitcase within your free baggage allowance. If your kayak is in excess of your free baggage allowance, a sports equipment fee will apply. Your kayak is limited to a maximum weight of 32 kg / 70 lbs. LOT Airlines Kayak and Canoe Fees 2023 Domestic flights - 150 PLN / 35 EUR / 40 USD / 55 CAD International flights - 450 PLN / 105 EUR / 125 USD / 160 CAD Intercontinental flights - 950 PLN / 225 EUR / 260 USD / 340 CAD
Lufthansa	Yes	Free	View Policy
Lufthansa Lufthansa Kayaks Policy Kayak/Canoe : a canoe or a kayak, one set of paddles. (no motor attached) If it exceeds the free baggage allowance but not the maximum weight below charges apply Continental - EUR 100 / USD 150 Inter-continental - EUR 200 / USD 300 If it exceeds the maximum weight of 32 kg then the charges for cargo transport apply.
Monarch Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Monarch Airlines Monarch Airlines Kayaks Policy Sports Equipment (including bag) up to 32kg £35.00 (GBP) / €46,50 (EUR) per item, each way when you pay on arrival at check-in. Includes hang gliders, windsurf boards, canoes and kayaks. Please note: this is not an exhaustive list and and any item of sports equipment weighing up to a maximum of 32kg can be carried providing the fee has been paid. Canoes, Kayaks or Hang Gliders if the total length (including the mast) is less than 3.8 metres. The size of the hold does not permit bigger items and we will therefore refuse transport of any items that exceed this limit.
Moskovia Airlines	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Moskovia Airlines Moskovia Airlines Kayaks Policy Carriage of any item of sports equipment is accepted in our Airlines. Free baggage allowance depends on the route you choose for your flight. Free baggage allowance does not cover: 1. Baggage, the size of which in pack exceeds in the sum of three dimensions 203 sm (the sum of three dimensions of each baggage item); 2. Baggage with the weight of a single piece more than 32 kg. If the sports equipment more than 203 cm in the sum of three dimensions, and more than 32 kg it paid for whole weight. Passenger should inform in advance the proposed weight and size of their sport, equipment.
Nordavia	No	See Policy	View Policy
Nordavia Nordavia Kayaks Policy Passengers planning to transport Kayaks shall notify the Carrier on the fact of such baggage transportation at reservation stage. Transportation shall be paid for on the basis of actual weight, irrespective of the total weight of other baggage of the passenger. In special cases, upon the preliminary consent of "Nordavia - regional airlines", baggage of excessive weight and dimensions shall be accepted for transportation free of charge. The following characteristics of the aircraft shall be taken into consideration when accepting for transportation such baggage: aircraft type, payload, cargo compartment volume, loading hatches and doors dimensions.
Norwegian	No	Limited Acceptance - Call	View Policy
Norwegian Norwegian Kayaks Policy Norwegian Airlines may accept large items such as Kayaks if a separate reservation has been made well in advance, and the fare has been paid. Transport of large items must be booked no later than 48 hours before departure, by calling the customer service centre on 815 21 815 option 2, or +47 21 49 00 15, option 2 (from outside Norway). Kayak Dimensions are strictly limited to the following: 250 x 79 x 112 cm (L x H x W) with max. circumference 300 Reservations cannot be made by e-mail. Kayaks may not be accepted on all flights
Orenair	No	See Policy	View Policy
Orenair Orenair Kayaks Policy Kayak is not included in the free baggage allowance. Carriage charge for the transportation of the specified baggage is based on its actual weight and does not depend on the number of other Passengers' items taken as baggage. Oversize baggage rules will apply for equipment with the sum of three dimensions exceeding 203 cm.
Pacific Blue	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Pacific Blue Pacific Blue Kayaks Policy Each item of sporting equipment represents one piece of checked baggage allowance, provided that it does not exceed the maximum size and weight limits. Note: If you are travelling on a Saver fare with only sporting goods you will be required to purchase a checked baggage allowance for each separate piece you are carrying. We advise you to pre-purchase baggage online or by calling our Guest Contact Centre. Baggage allowances added/bought at the airport will be charged at a higher fee. Sporting equipment includes but is not restricted to: Bikes Golf clubs Snow skis/ Snowboards Surfboards Cricket/tennis bags
Par-Avion	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Par-Avion Par-Avion Kayaks Policy Bulky items (maximum 2 metres), including but not limited to bicycles, surfboards, skis, golf clubs, snow boards, may be included within the 15kg allowance, subject to space availability. Passengers who anticipate having bulky items or excess baggage should arrive at the airport to check in 2 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Pegasus Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Pegasus Airlines Pegasus Airlines Kayaks Policy Rates per route Domestic - EUR 15 / USD 25 International - EUR 40 / USD 55
Polynesian Blue	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Polynesian Blue Polynesian Blue Kayaks Policy Each item of sporting equipment represents one piece of checked baggage allowance, provided that it does not exceed the maximum size and weight limits. Note: If you are travelling on a Saver fare with only sporting goods you will be required to purchase a checked baggage allowance for each separate piece you are carrying. We advise you to pre-purchase baggage online or by calling our Guest Contact Centre. Baggage allowances added/bought at the airport will be charged at a higher fee. Sporting equipment includes but is not restricted to: Bikes Golf clubs Snow skis/ Snowboards Surfboards Cricket/tennis bags
Porter Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Porter Airlines Porter Airlines Kayaks Policy Porter does not accept Kayaks or Canoes for transportation on their flights, as they are too large to be transported on the planes flown by the airline.
Qatar Airways	No	See Policy	View Policy
Qatar Airways Qatar Airways Kayaks Policy For Surf board, Wind surfing and Kayaks: The board needs to be less than 3 meters. Mast / Sail should be collapsible. A free baggage allowance of additional 10Kgs above the normal baggage allowance is applicable, except for trans-Atlantic flights where the extra allowance will be 1 piece (not exceeding 23Kgs) for the sporting equipment only. Only one sporting equipment type per passenger is allowed as additional free baggage allowance. Normal excess baggage rates apply, when the above mentioned extra free baggage allowance is exceeded.
Rossiya Russian Airlines	Yes	FREE	View Policy
Rossiya Russian Airlines Rossiya Russian Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayak shall be accepted for carriage upon preliminary agreement with the carrier. A passenger wishing to carry sports equipment shall inform the carrier thereof when reserving the seat or buying the ticket. Sports equipment shall be carried free of charge, if it does not exceed the free baggage allowance and shall be paid for as overweight baggage, if it exceeds such allowance.
Royal Air Maroc	No	See Policy	View Policy
Royal Air Maroc Royal Air Maroc Kayaks Policy Kayak will be charged as additional baggage (cf Excess table)
S7 Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
S7 Airlines S7 Airlines Kayaks Policy Special conditions requiring the Carrier's approval apply when reserving space for the transportation of sports equipment. For details, please call the airline Call-in Center (available 24/7): 8-800-200-000-7(free for callers inside Russia).
SATA Azores Airlines	No	55-75 EUR	View Policy
SATA Azores Airlines SATA Azores Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks are accepted for transport subject to pre-notification and confirmation by SATA Azores Airlines. As of February 2023, Azores Airlines accepts your kayak upon payment of a Kayak Transportation Fee, as follows: Domestic routes: 55 EUR per item Europe and Africa routes: 60 EUR per item USA, Canada, and Bermuda: 120 CAD / 90 USD / 75 EUR per item Be sure to register your kayak by adding it to your reservation as early as possible, either online or by calling SATA Azores Airlines Reservations. If you do not pre-reserve a spot for your kayak at least 48 hours before your flight, it will not be accepted at the airport. You MUST call the airline to reserve your kayak before your flight.
Singapore Airlines	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines Kayaks Policy Singapore Airlines will accept your Kayak as part of your regular Free Checked Baggage Allowance. Your kayak will count toward your Free Checked Baggage allowance, including as a Piece or will count toward your Weight allowance. If your flight operates on a Weight Concept (all flights except to/from Canada and USA), your kayak's weight will count toward your baggage weight total. If you need a higher weight allowance, you can pre-purchase extra weight allowances in 5 Kg increments, with discounted rates applied up to 6 hours before your flight (higher discount if at least 48 hrs before your flight), or at the higher rate at the airport. If your flight operates on a Piece Concept (flight to/from Canada and USA), your kayak will count as TWO pieces of checked baggage. If weighing more than 23 kg (50 lbs), the applicable Overweight Fee may be charged. If your kayak bag is larger than 158 cm (L + W + H), Singapore Airlines will charge the applicable Oversized Fee. Keep in mind that if you are flying with your kayak in addition to a full free checked baggage allowance, you will have to pay an "Extra Piece" fee TWICE - however, it is important to note that no Overweight or Oversized fees will be charged on these extra pieces, so only the single Extra Piece fee will be charged, even if oversized and weighing up to 32 kg (70 lbs).
Sky Airline	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Sky Airline Sky Airline Kayaks Policy SKY Airline will not accept Kayaks, as they are larger than the maximum allowed size for special baggage of 230cm linear dimensions (length + width + height). You may try to fly with your Kayak by purchasing special baggage, although you may not be allowed to fly with it as it exceeds the official allowance. You could try to bring it as a "Surfboard", which has a larger size limit of 300 cm linear dimensions, but you will still likely exceed it. Fees for Special Baggage (max size 230cm, 23kg/50lbs) on Sky Airline At Original Booking - $29 USD Manage My Booking - $35 USD Online Check-In - $42 USD At Airport - $61 USD Sky Airline Overweight Fee (exceeding 23 kg / 50 lbs) 1-5 KG Overweight - $23 USD 6-10 KG Overweight - $38 USD 11-15 KG Overweight - $50 USD +15 KG Overweight - $53 USD
Sky Airlines	No	EUR 35	View Policy
Sky Airlines Sky Airlines Kayaks Policy White-water kayaks are accepted at a cost of EUR 35 one-way, although acceptance is not guaranteed due to possible space limitations. Registration at time of reservation is required.
Skywest Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Skywest Airlines Skywest Airlines Kayaks Policy Due to size limitations of the aircraft, Kayaks are not accepted on board Skywest flights as they will not fit in the cargo hold. This restrictions applies on SkyWest operated flights, even if stated on the marketing carrier's official policy that kayaks may be accepted.
Solomon Airlines	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Solomon Airlines Solomon Airlines Kayaks Policy We allow all passengers traveling with sporting equipment (eg: dive equipment, pushbikes, surfboards, etc) an extra 7kg of luggage over the standard allowance of 23kg for economy class or 30kg for business class. Should extra luggage be required it is $15.00AUD per kilo.
South African Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
South African Airlines South African Airlines Kayaks Policy Canoes / Windsurfer and Hang-glider: To be accepted strictly as cargo.
South East Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
South East Airlines South East Airlines Kayaks Policy A passenger, who wishes to carry sports equipment, must inform the airline when buying a ticket. Baggage exceeding the specified weight and size, may be transported only by prior agreement with the airline and is paid according to the rate for the total weight or is registered as cargo according to the transportation regulations.
Southwest	No	$75 USD	View Policy
Southwest Southwest Kayaks Policy Kayaks are accepted by Southwest Airlines for a fee of $75 USD, each way. According to Southwest.com: The items listed below will be accepted as Checked Baggage for a $75 each way charge. Kayak (other than a sea kayak). Paddle(s) must be secured.
SpanAir	No	90 EUR	View Policy
SpanAir SpanAir Kayaks Policy Kayaks are considered as Special Item. A fee of EUR 90 will be charged for transporting kayak.
Spirit Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks, Boats, and Canoes are NOT allowed for transport on Spirit Airlines flights.
Sundsvallsflyg	No	150 SEK	View Policy
Sundsvallsflyg Sundsvallsflyg Kayaks Policy Transportation of sports equipment can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 150 per flight and object.
SunExpress	No	See Policy	View Policy
SunExpress SunExpress Kayaks Policy Up to 30 kg, above as excess baggage. Please understand that these highly-sensitive pieces of sports equipment can only be transported upon presentation of a waiver of recourse. Indication of LxWxH is mandatory. Subject to notification. One-Way: 25 EUR Return: 50 EUR Please notify our travel center in writing at least 3 working days before departure of any sports equipment that is subject to registration.
Sunwing	No	$100 CAD	View Policy
Sunwing Sunwing Kayaks Policy Sunwing will carry a kayak for a reduced flat-rate fee of $100 CAD per item, each way. A maximum of 1 piece of sporting equipment is allowed per person. Please note the fees paid to Sunwing Airlines to transport the sporting equipment to the destination does not include transportation on the local transfer bus provided by the tour operator. Please consult Sunwing Vacations Sales Centre to make additional arrangements as there may be extra costs to be paid locally. A flat rate of $100 CAD per item, per each flight segment will be charged at check-in. Passengers are permitted to check in one kayak, not including any separate items such as paddles, helmets, life preservers etc. Excludes any other related items. All equipment must be securely packed in a rigid or hard-shell container specifically designed for storage in the cargo hold. A limited release form must be signed at check-in. Passengers are allowed to carry only one piece of sporting equipment per passenger. Passengers are not permitted to include personal items such as clothing or other non-related items in the sport equipment container.
Sverigeflyg	No	See Policy	View Policy
Sverigeflyg Sverigeflyg Kayaks Policy Transportation of sports equipment can never be guaranteed. This is due to the total weight of the luggage of our passengers. If transport is possible, there is an extra fee of SEK 150 per flight and object (SEK 200 per flight and object for Kalmarflyg flight).
SWISS	Yes	Free	View Policy
SWISS SWISS Kayaks Policy Canoe/Kayak: 1 canoe or 1 kayak (no motor attached) is considered as Category "Big" sports equipment. For tickets issued on/after 01 June 2012, the concept of transporting sports equipment has been simplified. Your checked sports equipment is free of charge if within your free baggage allowance. If your free baggage allowance is exceeded by either the weight per piece or amount of pieces, following special sports charges apply:
Swiss European Airlines	Yes	Free	View Policy
Swiss European Airlines Swiss European Airlines Kayaks Policy Canoe/Kayak: 1 canoe or 1 kayak (no motor attached) is considered as Category "Big" sports equipment. For tickets issued on/after 01 June 2012, the concept of transporting sports equipment has been simplified. Your checked sports equipment is free of charge if within your free baggage allowance. If your free baggage allowance is exceeded by either the weight per piece or amount of pieces, following special sports charges apply:
Swiss International Airlines	Yes	$150-$370 USD / 120-320 EUR	View Policy
Swiss International Airlines Swiss International Airlines Kayaks Policy SWISS Airlines will accept your kayak, but not for free. A kayak is classified as "Large" sports equipment, meaning that a fee will be charged for it's transport. The fee for Large sports equipment on SWISS Airlines, meaning up to 315 cm long and weighing up to 32 kg / 70 lbs, is quite expensive: Within Switzerland: $150 USD / 130 EUR Within Europe: $150 USD / 130 EUR Intercontinental: $370 USD / 320 EUR Be sure to register your Kayak as early as possible, as space on limited on the airplane. To register your sports equipment, you can call the SWISS Airlines service center with your booking reservation information: +1 833 626 0737 You MUST register your Kayak before your flight - you can do so until up to 24 hours before departure. It is no longer possible to register your sports equipment with less than 24 hours to go before departure.
SwissAir	Yes	Free	View Policy
SwissAir SwissAir Kayaks Policy Canoe/Kayak: 1 canoe or 1 kayak (no motor attached) is considered as Category "Big" sports equipment. For tickets issued on/after 01 June 2012, the concept of transporting sports equipment has been simplified. Your checked sports equipment is free of charge if within your free baggage allowance. If your free baggage allowance is exceeded by either the weight per piece or amount of pieces, following special sports charges apply:
Swoop Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Swoop Airlines Swoop Airlines Kayaks Policy FlySwoop does not accept Kayaks as checked baggage. We suggest flying with WestJet for flying with a Kayak.
TAME	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
TAME TAME Kayaks Policy TAME Airlines does not accepted kayaks as checked luggage
TAROM	No	See Policy	View Policy
TAROM TAROM Kayaks Policy Kayaks equipment is not allowed when traveling with the ATR aircraft. Kayaks equipment is not included in the allowance and will be charged according to following rates: Zone 1 (Domestic routes Romania): 50 EUR Zone 2 (Between Romania and Europa): 100 EUR Zone 3 (Between Romania and the Middle East): 200 EUR
Tatarstan	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Tatarstan Tatarstan Kayaks Policy Included in baggage allowance. If bag is heavy or oversize, excess baggage rules will apply.
Thomas Cook	No	45-65 GBP / 50-75 EUR	View Policy
Thomas Cook Thomas Cook Kayaks Policy Canoes of up to a maximum of 30 kg in weight can be carried. Prices are per person. Max dimensions: 300 cm length x 60 cm width x 50 cm height. Sports equipment which exceed the maximum dimensions is subject to surcharge. Please contact the special reservations service of the respective operating airline. If bringing your Kayak, it is important to book ahead. These are the prices for transporting kayaks on Thomas Cook airlines when booked minimum 29 days in advance. Higher fees may apply if booked later or at the airport. Balearics, Balkans, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal Mainland 45 GBP / 50 EUR Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Cyprus, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Malta and Gambia 50 GBP / 60 EUR East Africa, Caribbean, Central & South America, Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean 65 GBP / 75 EUR Items that are not pre-purchased will be charged excess baggage fees and are subject to load and cannot be guaranteed. Additional terms and conditions apply if your journey includes feeder or connecting flights operated by other airlines. An extra handling fee of £50.00/ €60.01 at the airport will be charged in addition to the transportation price. For further information, please call Pre-Travel Services on 01733 224 810 (Monday – Saturday 09:00 – 17:30) who will be able to advice you on the availability and the cost for adding this sporting equipment
Thomas Cook Belgium	No	See Policy	View Policy
Thomas Cook Belgium Thomas Cook Belgium Kayaks Policy If you wish to take along sports luggage (diving equipment, golf bag, bicycle, etc.), then you must always inform us of this situation. The transport of sports equipment has to be expressly accepted by THOMAS COOK AIRLINES BELGIUM N.V. beforehand. The request to this end must be made in good time to TCRB N.V. online via the specially provided form, and at the latest 72 hours before the departure of his flight.
Thomas Cook Scandinavia	No	See Policy	View Policy
Thomas Cook Scandinavia Thomas Cook Scandinavia Kayaks Policy Special baggage as sports equipment, bicycles and golf bags are not included in standard luggage. On payment of applicable charges the equipment is carried on board: Special baggage must be booked in advance on telephone +45 32 47 76 72 Once we receive your order we will send you a confirmation that you have to show up at check-in. You pay on board along with your other tax-free purchases. For operational reasons we reserve the right to carry special baggage on a different plane than you are traveling with.
Thomas Cook UK	No	See Policy	View Policy
Thomas Cook UK Thomas Cook UK Kayaks Policy Canoes are charged at GBP 40 short haul/mid haul and GBP 60 long haul for the return trip. Maximum length for canoe is 12ft or 3.65metres. Item/s that are not pre-booked will be charged excess baggage fees and are subject to load and cannot be guaranteed. When you wish to add the sporting equipment, please ensure your first departing flight is within 90 days but outside of 4 days of departure.
Thomson Airways	No	See Policy	View Policy
Thomson Airways Thomson Airways Kayaks Policy If you’re taking sports equipment with you, you’ll need to call us at least 2 months before you travel on 0203 451 2695 to pre-book it onto your flight. If you don’t pre-book, we may refuse to carry your equipment when you get to the airport. We recommend you insure your sports equipment for its replacement value and make sure it’s securely packed with zip compartments padlocked.
Tiger Airways Australia	No	AUD 60	View Policy
Tiger Airways Australia Tiger Airways Australia Kayaks Policy Items of sporting equipment including but not limited to large fishing rods, golf clubs, bicycles, scooters, surfboards, body-boards, snowboards and skis can be carried in the hold of the aircraft subject to space being available. Upon payment of an additional charge of AUD 60 (or local currency equivalent) per item, per sector (flight) irrespective of weight, Tiger Airways is prepared to carry such items on a 'limited release' (i.e. entirely 'at your own risk' for damage or delay) basis. You may therefore wish to ensure that you have suitable private insurance cover in force for such items. If the fee is not paid on your outbound journey it will still be imposed on your return journey.
Titan Airways	No	See Policy	View Policy
Titan Airways Titan Airways Kayaks Policy Parties taking large numbers of sporting items should contact our Commercial department prior to departure. It is also strongly recommended that you take out separate insurance for special items or sporting equipment.
TUIfly	No	65 EUR	View Policy
TUIfly TUIfly Kayaks Policy Kayaks are accepted on TUIfly flights, upon payment of a 65 EUR fee. Be sure to register your Kayak through the TUIfly website or call center, to confirm size requirements and to ensure adequate space on the plane. If you arrive with your Kayak at the airport without registration, it may be refused at the check-in desk or subject to additional fees. Be sure to note the maximum weight of 30kg for a kayak on TUIfly flights. Source: https://www.tuifly.com/en/service/bestimmungen_bbb_tuifly.html
Turkish Airlines	No	30-60 EUR	View Policy
Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayaks are accepted by Turkish Airlines as checked luggage, as long as they are shorter than 3.5 meters. It is important to notify Turkish Airlines that you will be travelling with a kayak while making your reservation, otherwise it will not be accepted at check-in. On Domestic flights, your kayak will be counted as a special item, and is charged a fee of 209 TYR (approx. $10 USD / 10 EUR). On International flights, Turkish Airlines will charge a special baggage fee for transportation of a kayak: America/South America/South Africa/CIS/Far East/Interline - EUR 60 Europe/North Africa/Middle East - EUR 30 Africa/Asia - EUR 50 For travels to/from international airports (except for Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) including a transit flight to Turkey, calculate the total charge by adding together the one-way charge between each point and Turkey. For example: If you are travelling from Skopje to New York, you will pay €30 for your Skopje - Istanbul flight plus €60 for your Istanbul - New York flight, making a total of €90.
Ukraine International Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Ukraine International Airlines Ukraine International Airlines Kayaks Policy Kayak is considered as bulky sporting equipment. On UIA flights bulky sporting equipment is carried as cargo. Charge depends on destination. See "Oversize/Overweight Baggage Fees" section for pricing.
United Airlines	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
United Airlines United Airlines Kayaks Policy United Airlines does not accept Kayaks or Canoes as checked luggage in 2023. The below information is for reference purposes only. ----------------------------------------- Former Kayak policy on United Airlines (prior to 2014): United will accept a kayak or canoe as checked luggage for a service charge of $100 (each way) for travel between the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and $200 (each way) for international travel. The maximum weight allowance is 99.9 pounds (45.4 kg). Maximum length allowance is 156 inches (396 cm). United is not liable for damage to kayaks/canoes. Excess Valuation may not be purchased for kayaks/canoes. Note: On United flights, kayaks and canoes more than 156 inches (396 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage. Kayaks and canoes are not accepted as checked baggage on United Express flights. Kayaks/canoes that are more than 72 inches (183 cm) in length cannot be accommodated on 737 series aircrafts. Kayaks/canoes that are 108 inches (274.4 cm) in length or more cannot be accommodated on Airbus A320 or Airbus A319 aircraft.
URAL Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
URAL Airlines URAL Airlines Kayaks Policy Carriage of the kayak should be paid according to the actual weight irrespective of the amount of the passenger's baggage.
US Airways	No	200 USD	View Policy
US Airways US Airways Kayaks Policy Kayaks and canoes will be accepted as checked baggage for a charge of USD200 per direction. They are not included in the baggage allowance. If the kayak or canoe is not packaged in a hard shelled-case specifically designed for shipping, then a limited release must be signed by the customer. Kayaks and canoes are not accepted on US Airways Express flights. One unit of kayak or canoe equipment consists of: Dimensions (H +W +L) must not exceed 115 in/292 cm and weight must not exceed 100 lb/45 kg 1 kayak or canoe Paddles or oars Life vest Carrying container
UTair	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
UTair UTair Kayaks Policy You can transport any non-standard size luggage. Please specify details of such equipment beforehand, while booking your ticket to be sure whether the airline will be able to transport your equipment on your flight. For more information about the cost of transportation, please call our telephone hot line: (3452)49-24-50, 8-800-100-08-08 Or e-mail at [email protected]
V Australia	Yes	FREE	View Policy
V Australia V Australia Kayaks Policy Each item of sporting equipment represents one piece of checked baggage allowance, provided that it does not exceed the maximum size and weight limits. Note: If you are travelling on a Saver fare with only sporting goods you will be required to purchase a checked baggage allowance for each separate piece you are carrying. We advise you to pre-purchase baggage online or by calling our Guest Contact Centre. Baggage allowances added/bought at the airport will be charged at a higher fee. Sporting equipment includes but is not restricted to: Bikes Golf clubs Snow skis/ Snowboards Surfboards Cricket/tennis bags
VIM Airlines	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
VIM Airlines VIM Airlines Kayaks Policy Transport of kayak is accepted for carriage by prior arrangement with Carrier. Equipment exceeding established weight and dimensions should be paid according to excess baggage rules. A passenger who wishes to carry bulky luggage, must report to the Carrier at reservation or when purchasing tickets.
Virgin America	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
Virgin America Virgin America Kayaks Policy Kayaks are not accepted on-board Virgin America flights.
Virgin Atlantic	No	No Longer Accepted	View Policy
Virgin Atlantic Virgin Atlantic Kayaks Policy Virgin Atlantic previously accepted kayaks free of charge - unfortunately Virgin Atlantic no longer accepts kayaks in 2023. Virgin Atlantic no longer mentions kayaks on their website, meaning they are unlikely to accept them as they exceed the maximum oversized baggage size of 190 x 75 x 65 cm (75 x 30 x 26 inches). You will most likely have to ship it with Virgin Atlantic Cargo to get your kayak to your destination. However, Virgin Atlantic is quite lenient in its acceptance of other sporting equipment, it is possible that they will simply accept it as part of your standard checked baggage allowance, or upon payment of an extra bag fee if in excess your standard free checked luggage allowance. Below is Virgin Atlantic's previous policy regarding acceptance of Kayaks, before they were removed from their website: ----------------------- If white water wets your whistle, you'll be glad to know you're welcome to bring a canoe or kayak on your flight. That's in addition to your free baggage allowance, and there's no extra charge. Your canoe or kayak must not exceed 4.5m (162") in length, or 23Kg in weight. If it exceeds these limits, please contact our Shipping Department on 0844 873 8000. We know how valuable equipment like this is and treat your property with care, but you should still take a few measures to protect your canoe or kayak for its flight. When packing, please ensure that: It's securely wrapped (ideally within a padded bag); Items like paddles, seats, buoyancy aids, spray decks and helmets are packed inside the canoe/kayak (provided the overall weight limit is not exceeded).
Virgin Australia	Yes	Free - Standard Baggage Fee	View Policy
Virgin Australia Virgin Australia Kayaks Policy Virgin Australia will accept your kayak equipment within your checked baggage allowance, as long as it is within the accepted weight limit of 23 kg - otherwise an overweight fee applies (up to a maximum weight of 32 kg). Virgin Australia’s fleet includes a number of different aircraft types, all of which have slightly different operational limitations that affect the weight and size of the baggage they can carry. Aircraft Type - Maximum Length Boeing 737 - 3.0 metres in length Airbus A320 - 9.8 metres in length (depending on the flexibility of the item) F100 - 6.0 metres in length (depending on the flexibility of the item) If flying with oversized items, such as a kayak, you must contact the airline ahead of time to notify them of the size of the items you are planning to fly with. Your kayak represents one piece of checked baggage, and may be exchanged for a standard suitcase in your checked baggage allowance. You may need to purchase additional bags if flying with your kayak in addition to your standard baggage. Keep in mind, if flying on a Lite fare, that your fare does not include any free checked bags - you will have to add and pay for all bags online before your flight. You may pre-purchase up to a maximum of 2 additional checked bags ahead of time - if you need more bags, you will only be able to add and pay for them at the airport, at the higher "At the Airport" rate, during check-in: Virgin Australia Domestic Baggage Fees 2023 - Short Flights Less than 3 Hours Online: $55 Guest Contact Centre: $60 At the Airport: $110 Virgin Australia Domestic Baggage Fees 2023 - Longer Flights 3+ Hours Online: $60 Guest Contact Centre: $80 At the Airport: $160 Virgin Australia Short-Haul International Baggage Fees 2023 Online: $75 Guest Contact Centre: $100 At the Airport: $160 If your kayak exceeds the 23 kg weight limit (up to a maximum weight of 32 kg), you will be charged an overweight fee, as follows: Virgin Australia Domestic Overweight Baggage Fee: $50 Virgin Australia Short-Haul International Overweight Baggage Fee: $100 AUD / NZD
VivaAerobus	No	Not Accepted	View Policy
VivaAerobus VivaAerobus Kayaks Policy VivaAerobus will not accept transport kayaks.
Vladivostok Air	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Vladivostok Air Vladivostok Air Kayaks Policy Carriage of special items is included in free-of-charge baggage. You can get further information by info center of Vladivostok Air OJSC tel: (4232)307-000.
Vladivostokavia	Yes	See Policy	View Policy
Vladivostokavia Vladivostokavia Kayaks Policy Carriage of special items is included in free-of-charge baggage. You can get further information by info center of Vladivostok Air OJSC tel: (4232)307-000.
Volaris Airlines	No	$40-$200 USD	View Policy
Volaris Airlines Volaris Airlines Kayaks Policy One small kayak is allowed per client on Volaris flights, with a maximum length of 250 cm. Dimensions Size: no more than 98 inches long Weight: no more than 55 lbs Packaging Tailor-made case Fully wrapped in plastic or protective foam Disassembled wings, or duly packaged Fully wrapped nose and tail Must have the paddles attached and protected Charges as below Be sure to check the excess baggage fees for your flight's route. Be sure to note any potential "combo" options to combine a checked suitcase and piece of sports equipment. Volaris "More Baggage Combo" We recommend the "More Baggage Combo", available at the time of booking your flight. The price for the combo at the airport is significantly higher. The More Baggage Combo includes includes: - Additional 10 kg/22lbs Carry-on Allowance - One 25kg Checked Bag - One piece of Sporting Equipment (max length 250 cm, max weight 55 lbs / 25 kg) Price of "More Baggage Combo" Domestic: Please contact Volaris Reservations Price of "More Baggage Combo" International: $160 USD ($200 USD high season) Otherwise, purchasing an individual allowance for your kayak of only sports equipment will cost the following (limit 250 cm long, max weight 25 kg / 55 lbs): Sports Equipment Fee - Domestic - Low Season: $1100 MXN ($1300 MXN at Airport) Sports Equipment Fee - Domestic - High Season: $1100 MXN ($2000 MXN at Airport) Sports Equipment Fee - Within Central America - Low Season: $50 USD ($78 USD at Airport) Sports Equipment Fee - Within Central America - High Season: $50 USD ($80 USD at Airport) Sports Equipment Fee - International - Low Season: $150 USD ($150 USD at the airport) Sports Equipment Fee - International - High Season: $150 USD ($210 USD at the airport) Oversize and overweight fees may apply Sports equipment will not be accepted if it exceeds 110 inches or 99 lbs
Vueling	No		View Policy
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Westjet	No	$100-$200	View Policy
Westjet Westjet Kayaks Policy Westjet will accept a river kayak to be checked in as a piece of luggage A river kayak must be packaged for shipping to prevent damage. Maximum dimension accepted: 300 cm x 45 cm x 76 cm (length x width x height) or 9'8" x 1'5" x 2'5". Sea kayaks are not accepted as their size exceeds Westjet allowances. All applicable oversized, overweight and extra piece fees apply. Oversize and Overweight fees are about $100 each, and both will be charged if applicable, in addition to the standard checked baggage fee.
Yakutia Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Yakutia Airlines Yakutia Airlines Kayaks Policy Please contact call center for more details. +8 800 100 75 77
Yamal Airlines	No	See Policy	View Policy
Yamal Airlines Yamal Airlines Kayaks Policy Sports equipment is not included in free baggage allowance. Oversize baggage fee is charged for sports equipment over 32 kg or 203 centimeters (all 3 dimensions added up). Other rules apply to flights operated by our Partners under joint operation agreements. More information is provided by the airline's Representative or ticket offices of Agent.

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