For domestic flights, Airlink baggage allowance {+61 1800 718 568} allows one checked baggage per person with a maximum weight of 20 kg (44 pounds). There is no size limit for checked baggage but normally items over 158 cm or 62 inches (length + width + height) will not be accepted. Carry-on baggage on Airlink flights is limited to 5 kg (11 pounds) per person. Each passenger can carry one piece of luggage, as well as personal items such as handbags, laptops or briefcases. The maximum size for carry-on items is 46 x 36 x 20 cm (18 x 14 x 8 inches).
Are you planning to fly with Airlink? Find solutions to what you need to know about Airlink baggage allowances, fees and charges and restrictions.
Airlink passengers are allowed to bring on board one piece of cabin baggage, plus one personal item, such as a briefcase, camera bag or small backpack. Your carry-on baggage must fit into the Airlink bin or under the seat in front of you.
Carry-on baggage must not exceed 114 centimeters in combined width, length and height; this includes any wheels and handles– with the exception of some musical instruments that fit in the Airlink overhead compartment or available under-seat space on board.
Checked Baggage Allowance
To avoid additional charges for excess baggage, please make sure you include the weight allowance in the number of items allowed. Any additional weight or number of pieces will be subject to an additional charge, provided there is room in the hold for your excess baggage.
Extra Baggage
If you have more weight and/or pieces of luggage than your allowance, additional charges will apply.
You can purchase your extra bag allowance in advance and enjoy great discounts. Charges depend on your destination.
For more information on Baggage Policy, please contact Airlink Customer Service on 61 1800 718 568 select option 3 or email
Baggage must meet carry-on size limits of Airlink.
Due to limited overhead space, Airlink passengers flying with 50 seats or less are only allowed one personal item on Airlink aircraft.
Limits apply to certain routes. Visit the Airlink website for more information.
There is no maximum weight for carry-on luggage.
However, this varies across airports. Visit the Airlink website for more information.
When traveling with Airlink, the most common payment for passengers on domestic trips, Airlink may charge some additional fees for additional baggage information provided on the official website
This may vary between routes. Visit the Airlink website for more information.
When traveling with Airlink, a separate excess baggage fee applies for each size, weight and quantity limit you exceed. Generally, this varies between geographic areas. Please visit the Airlink website for more information and exact fees.
Airlink allows various sports equipment and special baggage on Airlink flights. Due to baggage size, some items may count as standard checked bags. However, Airlink will be considered an overweight or oversized item. Therefore, certain charges and restrictions will be imposed by Airlink. Please visit the Airlink website directly.
Dogs, cats and pet birds (birds are only allowed on domestic South African flights) can be brought on board for $125 one way to/from most destinations. The fee is $200 for travel outside of South Africa.
Pets must fit in a carrier box which, in turn, fits under the seat in front. The carrier counts as one piece of Airlink baggage.