For most of the travelers whether you will face extra charges or even if your must-have travel gadgets will get on board or not. You need to familiarize yourself with Caribbean Airlines luggage rules before your flight to save unnecessary charges, refused items or wastage of time in the airport. There are certain policies that the Caribbean airlines have concerning carry-on bags, baggage checked, weight and size restrictions and the items that are prohibited on the flight in both domestic and international flights.
Each passenger is allowed to carry one carry-on bag and one personal item, which includes a handbag, a backpack, or a laptop bag along with any duty-free shopping in the airports. There are strict weight and size restrictions and products that are overweight and oversized may attract extra charges.
Caribbean Airlines baggage fees and Luggage regulations.
Caribbean Airlines luggage rules are:
Carry‑on & personal item:
- One (1) carry-on bag and one (1) personal item (handbag, briefcase, laptop bag) are permitted free of charge.
- The carry critic bag should not weigh more than 10kg / 22lb and the size should not exceed 56x35x23cm (22 inch x 14 inch x 9 inch) including the handles and wheels.
- The personal object should be able to fit under the seat and not exceed the size of approximately 33 considerably 43 considerably 15 cm.
- In the case of lap infants (<2 years) the allowance will consist of a collapsible stroller, car-seat or infant basket, with space.
Checked baggage:
- The approved baggage weight is 23kg /50lb in one bag.
- Check-in bag maximum dimensions are 157cm/62in(L+W+H) with handles and wheels.
- Check-in baggage is a free service, depending on the fare class (Lite, Classic, Flex, Biz) and the route. As an illustration: Classic fare may have 1 free checked bag; Flex and higher fare may have 2 free checked bags.
- Extra charges are charged on heavy or overweight bags (e.g.: more than 23kg up to about 32kg (or more than 157cm up to about 292cm)).
- Some are subject to embargo periods or excess baggage (e.g. between some cities in the Caribbean/ North American) routes.
Caribbean Airlines baggage fees:
- In the case of baggage: On the majority of long-haul flights, at Lite fares, the first bag (e.g. USD30 / CAD40) is charged, with Classic and higher fares typically including the first bag free, with a second bag at a fee, or free based on fare class.
- Sample prices on additional baggage (international one way):
- Third bagged luggage USD 150 (or CAD 200) in most instances.
- Fourth baggage, USD (or CAD) in most instances 175 (or 235)
- Oversized baggage/ordering: Generally USD 75 (or CAD 90) on international flights of pieces ranging between 23-32kg or oversized to a range of 115 inches (292cm).
- Carry-on extra/oversized: The cost of an extra carry-on bag (depending on space) can be about USD 100; the cost of an overweight/oversized carry-on can be approximately USD 50.
- Domestic flights in Trinidad and Tobago: Checked bag prices “TTD 3.00 per kg second/third bag.
Restricted Items
Some items are strictly prohibited on Caribbean Airlines in the carry-on baggage or the checked baggage. These include:
- Crippling equipment (pepper spray, mace)
- Powered devices that have recalls of Lithium batteries.
- Hoverboards, mini-segways and balance wheels.
- Perishable goods (items) that can not be shipped more than once.
Approved or under certain conditions, some dangerous or regulated articles could be transported, including:
- Alcohol (24–70% ABV, max 5L per person)
- Batteries and electronic appliances (limit and protection required)
- Mobility will support lithium or wet batteries (approval will also be required)
- The passengers will have to consult the airline or TSA regulations regarding the dangerous goods to see the list of prohibited and permitted items.
Lost or Damaged Baggage
In the case that your baggage is broken or your belongings are lost:
- Immediately report to the airport to be given a Property Irregularity Report (PIR).
- In case the claim has already been left at the airport, then provide a written claim within a period of 7 days.
- A claim requires the following documents:
- PIR and claim form
- Boarding pass and bag tags
- Loss or invoice receipts.
- Missing item police report.
Caribbean Airlines does not carry liability on fragile, perishable, or valuable items in baggage that is checked including:
- Jewelry, cash, electronics or valuable papers.
- Camera and movie equipment
- Sensitive goods like perishable goods.
Conclusion
Knowing the Caribbean Airlines Baggage Policy, the traveler will be able to avoid any kind of surprise, decrease the amount of stress in the airport and have an easier time traveling. Understanding weight and size restrictions, handbag and baggage allowance and items that are not allowed allows one to avoid unnecessary charges and time wastage. To provide full-time guidance, the latest information about prices, and information about restrictions, it is suggested that passengers should review the policies of the airline regularly.
Contact us at +1-888-511-8011 or visit our FusionAirTravels website to get more traveling tips, baggage standards and the current information of the Caribbean Airlines.
FAQs
What is the number of items I can carry on?
Each passenger is permitted to bring one bag, one personal bag and one carry-on bag.
Is it possible to carry any liquids, gels, or powders?
Above the 12 oz, there are restrictions on the powders with some exceptions.
Do we have special infant or mobility needs passenger rules?
Yes. Infants can come with a stroller/ car seat and mobility aids can be used under special conditions.
What would I do in case my baggage gets lost or damaged?
Filing a claim within 7 days along with all the documents needed or instant reporting at the airport
