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Air Greenland (GL) is Greenland’s national carrier, flying the Copenhagen–Nuuk long-haul route plus an extensive domestic network of jets, Dash 8 turboprops and helicopters. Its baggage rules are weight-based rather than piece-based, and the allowance scales with your fare class. The headline figures are simple: 8 kg cabin and 20 kg checked in the standard Economy fare, rising to 30 kg checked in Premium and Premium Flex.
The detail that catches travellers out is excess baggage: fees are charged per 5 kg, per flight, and the rate varies sharply by route — a Copenhagen–Kangerlussuaq leg costs far more than a short domestic hop. Booking extra weight online at least 4 hours before departure saves roughly 30% versus paying at the airport desk.
Quick facts
| Personal item | Allowed free (handbag, laptop, coat, camera) |
| Cabin bag | 8 kg, 55 x 40 x 23 cm |
| Checked (Economy) | 1 x 20 kg included |
| Checked (Premium / Premium Flex) | 30 kg included |
| Single-bag weight cap | 30 kg max (manual handling limit) |
| Excess baggage | Charged per 5 kg, per flight, varies by route (DKK) |
| Book extra bags | Online 4+ hrs before = ~30% cheaper than desk |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | No published size limit. In addition to your cabin bag, Air Greenland allows small personal items free of charge: a handbag, laptop, overcoat, camera, reading material, umbrella and duty-free purchases. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 x 40 x 23 cm · 8 kg Included in all fares |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | 1 x 20 kg (Economy); 30 kg (Premium / Premium Flex) |
| Weight limit | 30 kg max per single bag |
| Typical fee | Included up to allowance; excess charged per 5 kg by route |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy (Standard / Takuss) | Free | 1 x 8 kg | 1 x 20 kg |
| Premium | Free | 2 bags, 8 kg combined | 30 kg |
| Premium Flex | Free | 2 bags, 8 kg combined | 30 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get at deal prices: Air Greenland is unusual among the cheap-fare crowd — even its lowest standard Economy ticket includes a generous checked allowance. At deal prices you can expect a cabin bag plus 1 x 20 kg checked bag included in the fare, with no separate baggage purchase needed to bring a full suitcase.
That makes it far more like a legacy carrier than a low-cost airline: there is no “hand-baggage-only” basic fare stripping out the hold bag. The thing to budget for is not a first bag but excess weight — because allowances are weight-based, going over 20 kg triggers per-5-kg charges that climb steeply on the long Copenhagen–Greenland sectors. If you pack heavy, pre-buy the extra weight online rather than at the desk.
Oversize, sports & special items
Excess and overweight baggage: charged per 5 kg, per flight, with the rate depending on the route. Representative one-way online rates (cheaper than the airport desk): Copenhagen–Kangerlussuaq from around 260 DKK per 5 kg (about 365 DKK at the desk); a domestic leg such as Kangerlussuaq–Ilulissat from around 140 DKK per 5 kg; a short hop like Ilulissat–Aasiaat from around 55 DKK per 5 kg. These figures move over time and by season. The total excess per passenger is capped, and excess of more than 75 kg must be booked in advance because the airline may need to block seats.
Sports equipment: bicycles (advance reservation required), golf bags, skis and diving gear are carried as part of, or in addition to, your normal allowance and count toward weight limits. Musical instruments are accepted; large instruments such as a cello or double bass need a purchased cabin seat. Firearms (common for hunting trips) travel as checked baggage only, must be unloaded, require the relevant permits, and need check-in at least 2 hours before departure. Pets (cats/dogs) can travel in the cabin up to 8 kg including the carrier, with import permits required for Greenland.
Infants and children: infants under 2 get a 10 kg checked allowance plus a collapsible stroller; children aged 2+ have the same allowance as adults.
Frequently asked questions
How much checked baggage is included with Air Greenland?
Standard Economy includes 1 x 20 kg checked, and Premium and Premium Flex fares include 30 kg. Allowances are weight-based, and no single bag may exceed 30 kg due to manual-handling limits.
What is Air Greenland's cabin baggage allowance?
One cabin bag up to 8 kg, maximum 55 x 40 x 23 cm, in Economy. Premium and Premium Flex allow two cabin bags totalling 8 kg. You may also carry a free personal item such as a handbag, laptop or camera.
How much does extra baggage cost on Air Greenland?
Excess baggage is charged per 5 kg per flight, and the price varies by route. As a guide, Copenhagen–Kangerlussuaq is from around 260 DKK per 5 kg online, while short domestic legs can be from around 55 DKK per 5 kg. Booking online at least 4 hours before departure saves roughly 30% versus the airport desk.
Does the cheapest Air Greenland fare include a checked bag?
Yes. Unlike most low-cost airlines, Air Greenland's standard Economy fare already includes a 1 x 20 kg checked bag plus a cabin bag, so you do not need to buy a hold bag separately to bring a suitcase.
Can I bring sports equipment or hunting rifles on Air Greenland?
Yes. Skis, golf bags, diving gear and bicycles (advance reservation needed) are accepted and count toward your weight allowance. Firearms must travel as unloaded checked baggage with the correct permits and require check-in at least 2 hours before departure.
What happens if my Air Greenland bag is over the weight limit?
Overweight beyond your fare allowance is billed as excess baggage per 5 kg by route. No single bag can weigh more than 30 kg, and excess above 75 kg total must be arranged in advance because the airline may need to block seats.
How much baggage do infants get on Air Greenland?
Infants under 2 years receive a 10 kg checked allowance plus a collapsible stroller. Children aged 2 and over get the same baggage allowance as adult passengers.