Airline bicycle box weights
March 2, 2020 Filed under Advice
- American Airlines:
- 126 linear inches total, 50lbs. Up to 70lbs is oversize. Beyond 70lbs is not allowed.
- Delta:
- 115 linear inches total, 50lbs. Up to 70lb is oversize. Beyond 70lbs is not allowed.
- Icelandair:
- 50lbs (22kg) standard weight. Up to 70lbs (32kg) is oversize. If a box is heavier than this, you need to contact Icelandair Cargo to arrange transport for it.
- The maximum size of an oversize sporting equipment box: 87in x 22in x 40in, or 221cm x 56cm x 102cm.
- Only 25 bicycles are allowed per flight, so it’s recommend that you contact Icelandair in advance to pre-book the box, and ensure space for your bicycle. After booking your ticket you can call the airline directly at 877-435-9423.
- Bicycles can be paid for during check-in at the airport, but it costs 20% more than pre-booking.
- SAS Airlines:
- Does not publish a size limit. Bikes must be in boxes. 50lbs. Up to 70bs is oversize. Beyond 70lbs is not allowed.
- Southwest:
- Does not publish a size limit. Over 50lbs is oversize.
- United Airlines:
- 115 linear inches absolute maximum, 100lbs maximum, mandatory $200 fee.