Checked Baggage Allowances Overview

Passengers flying with Air Niugini are entitled to checked baggage allowances based on travel class, destination, and frequent flyer tier. Infants have unique allowances outlined in the infant baggage section. This guide provides a clear breakdown of entitlements for all passenger types and routes.

Papua New Guinea Domestic Flights

Passengers on domestic routes enjoy baggage allowances tailored to their membership tier and travel class. The table below outlines the allowances for Domestic Economy and Business Class.

Membership Tier	Domestic Economy Class	Domestic Business Class
Standard	16 Kg	20 Kg
Silver Frequent Flyer	20 Kg	25 Kg
Gold Frequent Flyer	20 Kg	25 Kg
Platinum Frequent Flyer	30 Kg	40 Kg
Kumul Club Junior	20 Kg	25 Kg
Kumul Club Domestic	20 Kg	25 Kg
Kumul Club Premium	30 Kg	40 Kg

No single item should exceed 32kg in weight for handling purposes.

Flights To and From Australia

Generous baggage allowances are provided for passengers traveling to and from Australia. Frequent flyer tiers benefit from additional flexibility.

Membership Tier	Economy Class	Business Class
Standard	30 Kg	40 Kg
Silver Frequent Flyer	30 Kg	40 Kg
Gold Frequent Flyer	40 Kg	45 Kg
Premium Frequent Flyer	50 Kg	60 Kg
Kumul Club Junior	40 Kg	45 Kg
Kumul Club Domestic	40 Kg	45 Kg
Kumul Club Premium	50 Kg	60 Kg

All Other International Routes

Passengers on international routes, excluding North America, benefit from tier-specific allowances for Economy and Business Class.

Membership Tier	Economy Class	Business Class
Standard	30 Kg	40 Kg
Silver Frequent Flyer	30 Kg	40 Kg
Gold Frequent Flyer	40 Kg	45 Kg
Premium Frequent Flyer	50 Kg	60 Kg
Kumul Club Junior	40 Kg	45 Kg
Kumul Club Domestic	40 Kg	45 Kg
Kumul Club Premium	50 Kg	60 Kg

Flights To and From North America

Passengers traveling to and from North America follow a piece-based system with generous weight limits.

Travel Class Allowance:

• Business Class: Baggage allowance for North America ticketed and origin passengers will be 2 pieces at 32 kg (70 lbs) each. The total dimensions of the two pieces must not exceed 270 cm (106 in), with no one piece exceeding 158 cm (62 in).
• Economy Class: Baggage allowance for North America ticketed and origin passengers will be 2 pieces at 23 kg (50 lbs) each. The total dimensions of the two pieces must not exceed 270 cm (106 in), with no one piece exceeding 158 cm (62 in).

Important Notes:

• Same-Day Travel Eligibility: Baggage allowance applies when travel is completed on the same day (within 24 hours) or on the next scheduled Air Niugini flight day. This includes international arrivals connecting to domestic departures and vice versa.
• Booking Details: Flight numbers must be clearly shown in bookings to ensure all stations are aware of same-day travel or travel within 24 hours of the next scheduled PX flight day, enabling smooth baggage handling.
• Stopover Rules: Where an intended stopover is taken en route, the applicable baggage allowance for each sector or carrier will apply.
• US DOT Regulations: According to US Department of Transportation regulations, when traveling to, from, or within the USA on flights involving multiple airlines, the airline whose flight number appears first on your ticket will determine whether its baggage rules or another airline’s baggage rules will apply throughout your itinerary.
• Weight Limit: To ensure safe handling, no single checked item should exceed 32 kg (70 lbs) in weight.

Infant Baggage Allowances (Under 2 Years)

Traveling with an infant can be both exciting and challenging. To make your journey smoother, we offer generous baggage allowances for infants under 2 years of age on both domestic and international routes. Understanding these allowances ensures you pack appropriately and travel with peace of mind.

Route	Allowance
Papua New Guinea Domestic	10 kg checked baggage.
All Other International Routes	10 kg checked baggage.
To/From North America	Infants not entitled to a seat shall additionally be allowed one checked piece provided that the sum of the three dimensions does not exceed 115 cm (45 in) and that the weight does not exceed 10 kg (22 lbs.).

Infants shall additionally be allowed one checked or carry on fully collapsible stroller/pushchair or infants carry basket or infant’s car seat which may be carried in the passenger cabin subject to the availability of space.

Additional Free Baggage Allowances

Traveling for adventure, sports, or special needs? We’ve got you covered with additional free baggage allowances designed to make your journey more convenient and hassle-free:

Category	Allowance
Mobility Aids	A fully collapsible wheelchair and/or a pair of crutches if the passenger is dependent on them, applicable for both domestic and international travel.
Sports Equipment	15 kg of scuba diving equipment, surfboard, or golf gear (applicable to both domestic and international travel on Air Niugini-operated flights).

Important: Weight exceeding these allowances will be assessed at the applicable excess baggage charges.

Prohibited Items in Checked Baggage

Passengers must not pack items that are:

• Prohibited by the law or government policies of any state to be flown from or to.
• Likely to endanger the aircraft or persons on board due to their weight, size, shape, or character, as determined by Air Niugini.
• Perishable or fragile items which include and are not limited to cash, precious metals, jewellery, laptop, camera, mobile phone, I-pad or any other electronic device of value, negotiable papers, business documents or samples, securities or other valuables.

Liability Disclaimer: Except as provided for under the relevant provisions in 4 and 5, Air Niugini will not be liable for the loss, damage to, or delay in the delivery of any fragile or valuable items packed as checked baggage, whether with or without the airline’s knowledge. Passengers are encouraged to keep such items as hand carry.

Additional Guidelines

• Storage Limitations: Passengers should be aware that some Air Niugini-operated services have limited storage capacity.
• Domestic vs. International Travel:
  • Domestic Travel: Defined as travel not combined with any international flights.
  • International Travel: Defined as travel between two or more countries, including flights within those countries when combined with international flights.
• Excess Baggage Fees: Additional baggage may be carried at a fixed baggage rate per kilogram in excess. An excess fee will be collected for each kilogram of baggage over the designated free baggage allowance and for each piece that is overweight.

Note: Passengers using Air Niugini connecting services for international travel are entitled to the applicable international free baggage allowance. Ensure compliance with these guidelines to avoid delays or additional charges.