Philippine Airlines Baggage Allowance Policy

Philippine Airlines does not often appear on the list of choices for travellers, unless of course you have business in the Philippines. Therefore, many people do not know its baggage policy too well. In this article today, we’ll be taking a deep dive into Philippine Airlines’ baggage policy.

Philippine Airlines overview

Philippine Airlines is the flagship airline of the Philippines. From its primary hub at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, the airline flies to 75 destinations all over the Philippines, as well as other destinations scattered around Asia, Australia, the South Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. Philippine Airlines operates both single-aisle and twin-aisle air crafts, with up to three configurations, including First Class, Business Class and Economy Class. Its subsidiary PAL express, offers Premium Economy Class configurations.

While the variety of classes provide customers with great flexibility and choices, it can also be a bit confusing at times. Worry not, as the CabinZero Crew has got you covered. We have prepared the most comprehensive breakdown of Philippine Airlines’ baggage policy for you.

Carry-on Baggage Allowance – Cabin Baggage Dimensions Policy

Every passenger travelling with Philippines Airlines is allowed to bring on-board one carry-on baggage free of charge. This baggage must:

Fit into either the overhead bin or the under-seat compartment in front;
Be maximum 45 in (115 cm) in cumulative dimensions;
Be maximum 15 lbs (7kg) in weight.

The Philippine Airlines is generous enough to allow its passengers to carry on-board a maximum of 2 small items, in addition to their free carry-on bag (or other assistive devices for the disabled). Those items must be among these:

Laptop;
Overcoat, wrap, or blanket;
Pocket book;
Purse;
Reading material;
Small camera or binoculars;
Small handbag.

Checked baggage allowance

Philippine Airlines employs a policy called Branded Fares, wherein each fare brand has its own free baggage allowance. Variables include Weight or Piece Concept, and specific routes. This, however, applies only to the entire journey if it’s specified on the ticket. Excess baggage fee might be collected should you happen to exceed the allowance limit on connecting flies.

Piece Concept

Where the piece concept applies, it is similar to conventional allowance rules, where there will be a limit to the number of pieces allowed as well as to dimensions and weight per piece. Passengers can check in a maximum of 2 pieces, both of which must:

Be maximum 70 lbs (32 kg) in weight;
Be maximum 62 in (158 cm) in cumulative dimensions.

Passengers must, however, comply with the maximum allowance of their respective ticket type.

Weight Concept

Where the weight concept applies, the number of pieces will not be considered, only the weight and total dimensions will be taken into consideration. This applies to the majority of routes, as evidence in the tables in the following section.

On Domestic Flights

The following information demonstrates the free baggage allowance for domestic flights depending on the ticket type:

Class	Fare	To/from Manila	Other domestic flights
Economy	Basic
	Supersaver, Saver, Value, Classic	44 lbs (20 kg)	44 lbs (20 kg)*
	Flex	55 lbs (25 kg)	55 lbs (25 kg)*
	Plus	55 lbs (25 kg)
Business	Promo	66 lbs (30 kg)
	Classic	77 lbs (35 kg)
	Flex	88 lbs (40 kg)

Economy Basic passengers are not permitted to check in any free baggage;

Economy Supersaver, Saver, Value, and Classic passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 44 lbs (20 kg) on routes to/from Manila and 22 lbs (10 kg) for Bombardier Q300 and Q400 flights to other domestic destinations;

Economy Flex passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 55 lbs (25 kg) on routes to/from Manila and 22 lbs (10 kg) for Bombardier Q300 and Q400 flights to other domestic destinations;

Economy Plus passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 55 lbs (25 kg) on all routes;

Business Promo passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 66 lbs (30 kg) on all routes;

Business Classic passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 77 lbs (35 kg) on all routes;

Business Flex passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 88 lbs (40 kg) on all routes;

Do remember to carefully check your ticket and consult customer services to ensure you’re not mistaken, as you will be charged extra should you exceed the limit.

On Regional and International Flights

The following information demonstrates the free baggage allowance for regional and international flights depending on the ticket type:

Where weight concept applies:

Economy passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 44 lbs (20 kg) on routes to/from Korea, 66 lbs (30 kg) on routes to/from Asia/Pacific.
Premium Economy passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 55 lbs (25 kg) on routes to/from Korea, 77 lbs (35 kg) on routes to/from Asia/Pacific.
Business Promo and Classic passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 66 lbs (30 kg) on routes to/from Korea, 88 lbs (40 kg) on routes to/from Asia/Pacific.
Business Flex passengers can check in bags whose cumulative weight does not exceed 77 lbs (35 kg) on routes to/from Korea, 88 lbs (40 kg) on routes to/from Asia/Pacific.

Where piece concept applies (Japan, Middle East, Guam, the US, Canada, Europe):

Economy Class passengers can check in 2 pieces of up to 50lbs (23 kg) each;
Premium Economy Class passengers can check in 2 pieces of up to 55 lbs (25 kg) each;
Business Promo, Classic, and Flex Class passengers can check in 2 pieces up to 70 lbs (32 kg) each;

Between Philippines and		Weight Concept		Piece Concept
Between Philippines and		Korea	Asia, Pacific	Japan, Middle East, Guam, the US, Canada, Europe
Economy	All fares	44 lbs (20 kg)	66 lbs (30 kg)	2 pieces up to 50lbs (23 kg) each
Premium Economy	All fares	55 lbs (25 kg)	77 lbs (35 kg)	2 pieces, max 55 lbs (25 kg) each
Business	Promo, Classic	66 lbs (30 kg)	88 lbs (40 kg)	2 pieces up to 70 lbs (32 kg) each
Business	Flex	77 lbs (35 kg)	88 lbs (40 kg)	2 pieces up to 70 lbs (32 kg) each

Check with the official Philippine Airline’s website to know the flights available for each region mentioned in the table.

Do remember to carefully check your ticket and consult customer services to ensure you’re not mistaken, as you will be charged extra should you exceed the limit.

Excess baggage fee

Passengers are susceptible to surcharges should they exceed the baggage allowance. The fees applied will depend on the route, and if the weight concept or piece concept apply.

Weight concept excess baggage fee

On routes within Philipine, the price is $4 (VAT inclusive) per kg;
On routes to/from Korea and other Asia countries, the price is $8-12 per kg;
On routes to/from Pacific countries, the price is $16-24 per kg;

Route		Excess Baggage Rate per Kg/Piece
Within Philippine (all domestic flights)		$4 (VAT inclusive)
Between Philippine and	Korea, Asia	$8-12
	Pacific	$16-24

Piece concept excess baggage fee

For further information, please refer to the official website.

Philippines to/from	Excess Baggage Rate (EBR) per Piece	Excess Baggage		Excess Baggage Charge (EBC) per Piece
Japan, Middle East	$100	Extra Piece		1 x EBR
Europe	$150	Oversized Piece	63-80 in (160-203 cm)	1 x EBR
The US	$150	Oversized Piece	Over 81 in (205 cm)	3 x EBR
Vancouver	$150	Overweight Piece	53-99 lbs (24-45 kg)	1 x EBR
Toronto	$175	Overweight Piece	100-121 lbs (46-55 kg)	2 x EBR
Rest of Canada	$225	Both	53-99 lbs (24-45 kg)	3 x EBR
Guam	$100	Both	100-121 lbs (46-55 kg)	4 x EBR

FAQs

Are the rules for sporting equipment convoluted?

Yes, unfortunately. Similar to how excess baggage fees are charged with varying rates depending on the type of equipment you bring on board. Refer to this page where the equipment is defined and categorised and this page for the fee.

How do these rules apply for infants?

If your children are sitting by themselves on their own seats, the above rules apply.

If your children are sitting on your lap, then their accompanying parents can check in extra baggage provided that the parents pay at least 10% or more of the applicable adult fare. Please refer to this page to check how much you can buy and the possible areas.