Flydubai Extra Baggage Charges

If you are flying with flydubai and your luggage is heavier than your included baggage allowance, understanding the flydubai extra baggage charges before reaching the airport can help you avoid unexpected costs. Flydubai uses different baggage rates depending on your route, destination zone, fare type and when you purchase additional baggage.

For passengers travelling from Dubai, current airport excess baggage rates generally range from AED 40 to AED 90 per kilogram, depending on the route zone. Some special routes can have different charges. Flydubai also states that purchasing additional baggage online can be up to 70% cheaper than paying airport rates.

This guide explains flydubai baggage fees, checked baggage allowances, excess baggage rates, overweight luggage rules and how to reduce your total baggage cost.

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Flydubai Extra Baggage Charges at a Glance

Flydubai does not have one fixed extra baggage price for every flight. The charge depends on the origin and destination.

For flights departing from Dubai, the current published airport rates include:

Route Zone	Example	Airport Excess Rate from Dubai
Zone 1	UAE	—
Zone 2	GCC	AED 50–90/kg
Zone 3	Saudi Arabia	AED 50–90/kg
Zone 4	Middle East	AED 60/kg
Zone 5	Africa	AED 50–70/kg
Zone 6	Subcontinent	AED 50–90/kg
Zone 7	Southeast Asia	AED 70–90/kg
Zone 8	Europe/CIS	AED 60–80/kg

These are airport excess baggage rates published by flydubai and can vary according to the direction of travel and applicable zone. Passengers departing from airports other than Dubai may be charged in the local or another applicable currency. Airport fees and service charges may also apply.

For example, Pakistan is included in flydubai’s Subcontinent Zone 6. The published Dubai-origin rate for Dubai-to-Subcontinent travel is AED 50 per excess kilogram.

What Is the Flydubai Baggage Allowance?

Before calculating your extra baggage cost, you need to know how much baggage is already included with your fare. See our flydubai baggage allowance guide for the full breakdown.

Flydubai currently offers different checked baggage allowances depending on the fare.

Economy Lite

The Lite fare includes:

• 7 kg hand baggage
• No included checked baggage
• Additional checked baggage can be purchased separately

This means that if you book a Lite ticket and want to check a suitcase, you need to purchase a checked baggage allowance.

Economy Value

The Value fare generally includes:

• 7 kg hand baggage
• 20 kg checked baggage

The exact allowance can vary by route, so passengers should check their ticket or booking confirmation.

Economy Flex

The Flex fare generally includes:

• 7 kg hand baggage
• 30 kg checked baggage

This can be useful for passengers who already know they will be travelling with heavier luggage.

Business Class

Business Class includes:

• Up to 14 kg hand baggage
• 40 kg checked baggage

The 14 kg cabin allowance is provided as two pieces, with each piece limited to 7 kg.

How Much Does Flydubai Charge for Extra Baggage Per KG?

The answer depends on your route.

For passengers departing Dubai, flydubai’s published airport rates range from approximately AED 40 to AED 90 per kg on most zones, with the exact amount determined by the origin and destination zones.

For example, a passenger travelling from Dubai to the Subcontinent, which includes cities such as Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi and other destinations in the region, falls under Zone 6. The Dubai-origin airport excess rate for Zone 6 is AED 50 per kg.

If you were 5 kg over your allowance, a simple example would be:

5 kg × AED 50 = AED 250

However, this is only an example based on the applicable Dubai-to-Subcontinent airport rate. Your actual charge can be different if your flight, departure airport or baggage arrangement is different.

Is Buying Extra Baggage Online Cheaper?

Yes. This is one of the most important ways to save money on flydubai extra baggage charges.

Flydubai says passengers can buy additional baggage online and that online purchases can be up to 70% cheaper than airport rates. Additional baggage can be purchased while booking the flight, through Manage Booking, or during online check-in within the permitted time window.

After booking, passengers can use the Manage Booking section to add baggage. Flydubai says this can generally be done up to 6 hours before departure, subject to the booking’s eligibility and baggage rules.

This makes advance baggage purchase particularly important for passengers who already know they will have more luggage than their included allowance.

How to Buy Flydubai Additional Baggage

You can add extra baggage through several options.

1. During Flight Booking

When booking your flydubai flight, look for the Optional Extras section. You can select the additional baggage allowance you need before completing your booking.

2. Through Manage Booking

If your flight is already booked, go to flydubai’s Manage Booking service and add baggage before your departure.

Flydubai currently allows eligible passengers to purchase extra baggage through Manage Booking up to 6 hours before departure.

3. During Online Check-In

Additional baggage can also be purchased during online check-in between 48 hours and 6 hours before departure, according to flydubai’s current baggage information.

4. At the Airport

You can also pay for excess baggage at the airport if there is enough capacity in the aircraft hold. However, airport rates can be substantially higher than advance baggage prices.

What Happens If Your Bag Is Overweight?

If your total checked baggage weight is above your purchased allowance, flydubai can charge an excess baggage fee per kilogram, subject to available space.

Flydubai states that under its weight concept, passengers can have up to three checked pieces within their combined baggage allowance. Each individual checked piece must not exceed 32 kg, where the applicable baggage allowance permits that weight.

A bag exceeding 32 kg cannot simply be accepted as a normal checked bag. You may need to redistribute the contents between bags.

Flydubai Extra Baggage and Bag Size

Weight is not the only factor passengers should check.

Under the weight concept, the maximum checked baggage size is 203 cm total when adding height, width and depth. Bags exceeding this measurement may need to be transported as cargo rather than normal checked baggage.

Under the piece concept that may apply on certain partner-airline itineraries, the standard size limit can be different, and bags between 150 cm and 203 cm can be subject to an oversized baggage fee.

Therefore, travellers should check both the weight limit and size limit before going to the airport.

Flydubai Extra Baggage Charges for Pakistan

Pakistan is included in flydubai’s Subcontinent Zone 6. The airline’s published Dubai-origin airport baggage table lists AED 50 per kg from Dubai to the Subcontinent. The reverse direction and other departure airports use the applicable local-currency rates and zone table.

The Subcontinent zone includes several Pakistani airports, including:

• Lahore
• Islamabad
• Karachi
• Faisalabad
• Multan
• Peshawar
• Sialkot
• Quetta

Because baggage pricing can change and online baggage prices depend on the booking, passengers should check their own reservation for the exact amount before travelling.

How to Avoid High Flydubai Baggage Fees

There are several simple ways to reduce your flydubai baggage charges.

Weigh Your Bags Before Leaving Home

Use a luggage scale before travelling. Knowing your actual weight can prevent surprises at check-in.

Buy Baggage in Advance

Advance baggage purchase is usually much cheaper than waiting until the airport. Flydubai advertises savings of up to 70% for online baggage purchases.

Compare Fare Options

If you need a large amount of checked baggage, compare the total cost of a Value or Flex fare against a Lite fare plus separately purchased baggage.

Distribute Your Weight

If you are travelling with multiple bags, distribute your belongings carefully while staying within the applicable number-of-pieces and weight limits.

Check Your Booking

Baggage allowances can vary according to route, fare and itinerary. Your ticket and booking confirmation should be treated as the final reference for your individual allowance.

Flydubai Hand Baggage Rules

Flydubai also has specific cabin baggage limits.

Economy passengers can carry:

• 1 cabin bag
• Maximum weight: 7 kg
• Maximum size: 55 × 38 × 20 cm

Business Class passengers can carry:

• 2 cabin bags
• Combined weight: 14 kg
• Maximum 7 kg per piece

A small personal item such as a laptop bag or handbag can also be carried within the applicable rules.

If cabin baggage exceeds the permitted weight or size at the boarding gate, flydubai currently states that a fee of AED 200 / USD 55 per item can apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is flydubai extra baggage per kg?

There is no single worldwide rate. From Dubai, published airport excess baggage rates generally range from AED 40 to AED 90 per kg depending on the route zone.

Is flydubai extra baggage cheaper online?

Yes. Flydubai states that purchasing additional baggage online can be up to 70% cheaper than airport rates.

Can I add baggage after booking my flydubai flight?

Yes. Eligible passengers can add baggage through Manage Booking up to 6 hours before departure.

Does flydubai Lite include checked baggage?

No. The Lite fare has zero included checked baggage, although passengers can purchase a checked baggage allowance separately.

What is flydubai’s maximum baggage weight per piece?

Each checked piece must not exceed 32 kg where the applicable allowance permits that weight.

How much baggage does flydubai Value include?

The Value fare generally includes 20 kg of checked baggage, while Flex generally includes 30 kg. Route-specific conditions can apply.

Final Thoughts

Understanding flydubai extra baggage charges before your flight can help you save money and avoid airport surprises. The airline uses route-based baggage rates rather than one universal price. From Dubai, airport excess baggage rates can range from around AED 40 to AED 90 per kg depending on the destination zone, while passengers travelling to the Subcontinent, including Pakistan, fall under Zone 6.

The biggest money-saving tip is to purchase additional baggage before reaching the airport. Flydubai says online purchases can be up to 70% cheaper than airport rates. Always check your booking for the exact baggage allowance and price because fares, routes and baggage costs can vary.