Rwandair Baggage Allowance 2021
From its name, it can be deduced that Rwandair is Rwanda’s flag carrier airline. It is one of the biggest airlines in Africa and started operations on the 1st of December, 2002. This airline has its headquarters at Kigali International Airport, Kigali, Rwanda. It head office is currently at the top floor of the Kigali International Airport main building. It was formerly at the Centenary House in Kigali.
What Is the Baggage Allowance for Rwandair Economy Class?
As a passenger that is travelling economy class on Rwandair, you are allowed to travel with one cabin bag that does not weigh over 10 kg if you are travelling to and from any part of the world except Johannesburg. In addition to your hand luggage not weighing more than 10kg, it dimensions should not exceed 22 x 15 x 8 inches. When travelling to Johannesburg, passengers on economy class are only allowed to travel with carryon bags that weigh 7 kg and below. In addition to being allowed to travel with one hand luggage, there are other items that passengers travelling economy class are allowed to bring on board. Some of these items include one ladies handbag, an umbrella, a walking cane, a blanket, an overcoat, a small camera, a small laptop, a pair of crutches, a wheelchair (this must be absolutely collapsible), baby food, baby diapers, etc.
That’s not all. When travelling economy class you can travel with two checked in bags. These bags should not exceed 23 kg in weight. Also, in premium economy class, you are free to check in two luggage which should not weigh more than 32 kg each.
Can I check in two bags with Rwandair?
When travelling with Rwandair, irrespective of the flight class you are in, you can always check in two bags. When travelling economy class, you can check in two bags which do not weigh over 23 kg each. When travelling economy premium, you can check in two bags which should not weigh more than 32 kg, and three bags which weigh 23 kg each when travelling business class.
How Many Bags Are Allowed On International Flights?
When on international flights with Rwandair, you are allowed to check in a maximum of 3 bags and take one bag on board. This implies that you can carry a total of four bags when on international flight with Rwandair. While the maximum number of bags you can carry while on an international flight on Rwandair is four, it is important to note that you can only carry four bags when flying business class. If you are flying economy, you will only be allowed to carry a maximum of three bags.
What Is The Cost Of Extra Baggage In Rwandair?
The amount that has to be paid for each extra baggage in Rwandair is dependent on the route of flight and the concept of extra charge. The price you will have to pay when the concept of extra charge is based on piece is different from the price you will have to pay when the concept of extra charge is based on kg. When the flight is within East Africa and the extra charge concept is piece used, you will have to pay $46 for every extra bag that is under 23 kg and $64 for an extra bag that is under 32 kg. For flights between East Africa and the Middle East, extra bags will be charged at $92 kg for bags under 23 kg and $128 for bags less than 32 kg.
East Africa to Europe: For extra baggage on flights between East Africa and Europe, you have to pay $69 for bags that weigh 23 kg and $96 for bags that weigh 32 kg.
East Africa to Central Africa: The cost of an extra bag which weighs 23 kg is $46 and $64 for a bag that weighs 32 kg.
Can I Bring A Backpack And A Carry-On?
When travelling with Rwandair, you are not allowed to bring a backpack and a carryon as a backpack is technically considered a carryon and doing this will amount to travelling with two carry-ons.
Can You Take A Handbag As Well As Hand Luggage On Rwandair?
When on Rwandair, you are allowed to take a handbag and a carryon irrespective of what flight class you are on. Although you are allowed to travel with a carryon and a handbag, it is important to note that the handbag will have to less than 5 kg. If it exceeds 5 kg, it will be treated as excess luggage and you will need to pay any fee that applies to excess luggage.
What is the maximum baggage weight for international flight?
When on an international flight with Rwandair, the maximum baggage weight passengers are allowed to travel with is 79 kg. This includes three checked in bags that weigh 23 kg each and one carry-on bag that does not weigh more than 10 kg.
Is A Ladies Handbag Classed As Hand Luggage?
Technically, ladies handbag is not classed as hand luggage. However, if it weighs more than 5 kg, it will be classed as hand luggage and will, therefore, be treated as one. This implies that if you must travel with a ladies handbag that is more than 5 kg, you should be prepared to pay for extra luggage as your hand luggage will be converted to a check-in and will have to be paid for if you have already met the weight limit for checked in bags.
Can I Carry Chocolates in Cabin Baggage?
When travelling with Rwandair, you are allowed to travel with solid food items. Due to the fact that chocolate is a food item in its solid state, you can always carry chocolate in cabin baggage.
What Is The Size Of 30 Kg Luggage Bag?
All things being equal, a 30 kg bag should be 72 cm tall.
What Is 2pc Baggage Allowance?
2pc bag allowance means passengers are allowed to travel with two checked in bags.
