✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Here is the rare bit of good news for deal-hunters: even Ibom Air’s cheapest ticket — Economy Saver — comes with a 20kg checked bag included, plus a 7kg cabin bag and a personal item. There is no stripped-down, hand-luggage-only “basic” fare on this airline. Whether you are flying Uyo to Lagos for a few thousand naira or hopping to Accra, the 20kg checked allowance is baked into the fare. The catch with Saver is flexibility, not baggage: it is non-refundable, non-transferable and non-endorsable.
This is a Nigerian full-service carrier, and the baggage rules are refreshingly simple — and identical whether you are on a domestic hop or a regional international route. Economy gives you 20kg checked; the Premium Economy cabin bumps that to 30kg. The only real money trap is going over your allowance: excess weight is charged per kilo at the airport, payable before check-in, and it adds up fast. Pack to the limit and a cheap Ibom Air fare stays cheap.
Quick facts
| Cheapest fare (Economy Saver) | Includes 20kg checked bag |
| Hand baggage | 7kg, 45 x 33 x 20 cm |
| Personal item | Handbag / laptop / purse, under seat |
| Economy checked | 20kg (1 piece) |
| Premium Economy checked | 30kg (1 piece) |
| Max single piece weight | 32kg |
| Max single piece size | 158 cm (L+W+H) |
| Excess baggage | Per-kg fee, paid at airport before check-in |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | Handbag, purse or laptop bag — carried in addition to hand baggage, stowed under the seat in front. Included on every fare. |
| Hand baggage | 1 piece, max 7kg, max 45 x 33 x 20 cm. Included on all fares including Economy Saver. |
Checked baggage & fees
| Economy (all fares, incl. Saver) | 20kg, 1 piece included |
| Premium Economy | 30kg, 1 piece included |
| Multiple bags | Allowed, provided total stays within your weight allowance |
| Max per piece | 32kg (no single bag may exceed this) |
| Max dimensions per piece | L + W + H = 158 cm |
| Excess / extra weight | Charged per kilogram at the airport, payable before check-in (varies by route) |
Baggage by region & route
Checked-bag inclusion on the cheapest fare can depend on where you fly, not just the fare name. Here is what the lowest fare includes by route:
| Route / region | Cheapest fare includes |
|---|---|
| Domestic (within Nigeria) | 1 checked bag (20kg) included |
| Regional / international (e.g. Accra, Banjul) | 1 checked bag (20kg) included |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Saver | Yes | 7kg | 20kg |
| Economy Discount +/++ | Yes | 7kg | 20kg |
| Premium Economy Discount | Yes | 7kg | 30kg |
| Premium Economy Full | Yes | 7kg | 30kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On a cheap Ibom Air deal fare you are not losing your bag. Unlike the European and North American carriers that gut their lowest fares down to a personal item, Ibom Air’s Economy Saver still carries a 20kg checked allowance plus a 7kg cabin bag — so a budget ticket here is genuinely a full ticket. What Saver strips out is flexibility: it is non-refundable and non-transferable, so if your plans might move, pay up for Economy Discount or a Premium Economy fare instead.
The only thing worth budgeting for is going over 20kg. Excess weight is sold per kilo at the airport counter, not bundled, and there is no online prepay discount to lean on — so weigh your bag at home. If you regularly travel with 25–30kg, the Premium Economy fare (30kg included) is usually cheaper than paying per-kilo excess at the airport.
Oversize, sports & special items
No single checked piece may exceed 32kg or 158 cm in total dimensions (length + width + height); anything heavier or larger than that must be handled as cargo rather than checked baggage. Sports equipment, oversized items and musical instruments are accepted within the standard weight and size limits — bulky or fragile gear that exceeds them should be arranged in advance with the airline. Infants (0–2 years) travel with 1 pushchair/stroller plus 1 checked bag up to 20kg.
As of 2026 Ibom Air’s structure remains a straightforward two-cabin model — Economy and Premium Economy — across an Embraer E-Jet and Airbus A220 fleet, with the 20kg/30kg checked allowances unchanged. There is no separate hand-luggage-only fare class, so the baggage entitlement has stayed consistent across fare repackaging.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ibom Air's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
Yes. The lowest fare, Economy Saver, still includes one 20kg checked bag, a 7kg cabin bag and a personal item. There is no hand-luggage-only basic fare on Ibom Air.
How much checked baggage do I get in Economy?
20kg in one piece, included on every Economy fare. Premium Economy passengers get 30kg.
What is the hand baggage allowance?
One piece up to 7kg, maximum 45 x 33 x 20 cm, plus a personal item such as a handbag, purse or laptop bag stowed under the seat.
Can I check more than one bag?
Yes, you can check multiple bags as long as the total weight stays within your allowance (20kg Economy / 30kg Premium). Each individual piece must not exceed 32kg.
What does excess baggage cost on Ibom Air?
Excess weight beyond your free allowance is charged per kilogram at the airport before check-in. Rates vary by route, so weigh your bag before you travel to avoid a surprise at the counter.
Is the baggage allowance different on international routes?
No. The 20kg Economy / 30kg Premium allowance is the same on domestic Nigerian routes and on regional international routes such as Accra and Banjul.
What is the maximum weight and size of a single bag?
No single piece may weigh more than 32kg, and the total dimensions (length + width + height) must not exceed 158 cm.
What baggage do infants get?
Infants aged 0–2 are allowed one pushchair/stroller plus one checked bag weighing up to 20kg.