✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Air Malta no longer exists. The flag carrier ceased operations on 31 March 2024 and was replaced the same day by KM Malta Airlines, which kept the historic “KM” flight code. If you are searching for “Air Malta baggage allowance,” this is the policy that now applies to flights to and from Malta on the national carrier.
KM Malta sells fare bundles rather than a single Economy fare, and the baggage you get depends entirely on which bundle you buy. The cheapest fares are deliberately stripped back: Economy Basic includes only a small under-seat bag and no checked baggage at all. Checked luggage starts with the Economy Value bundle. Below is what each fare includes in 2026, the weight limits, and the fees for adding or exceeding baggage.
Quick facts
| Personal / under-seat item | 40 x 34 x 18 cm, fits under the seat in front (all fares) |
| Cabin (hand) baggage | Larger trolley + total cabin allowance up to 10 kg — included from Economy Value / via Priority on Basic |
| Checked — Economy Basic | Not included |
| Checked — Economy Value | 1 x 10 kg |
| Checked — Economy Plus / Flex | 1 x 20 kg |
| Checked — Business | 32 kg (Business Flex: 2 x 32 kg) |
| Gate fee if you skip your 10 kg checked | approx. EUR 30 |
| Overweight | approx. EUR 10 per kg over the limit |
| Oversize at gate | approx. EUR 55 |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | 40 x 34 x 18 cm. Free on every fare, including Economy Basic. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Total weight of all hand luggage you carry must not exceed 10 kg. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | Larger cabin trolley permitted from Economy Value upward (or add to Basic via the Priority option) · Up to 10 kg total cabin allowance Included from Economy Value; on Basic/Value the Priority option (10 kg cabin + priority boarding) is approx. EUR 15 each way |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Economy Basic: none. Economy Value: 1 x 10 kg. Economy Plus / Flex: 1 x 20 kg. Business Plus: 32 kg. Business Flex: 2 x 32 kg. |
| Weight limit | 10 kg / 20 kg / 32 kg depending on fare |
| Typical fee | Adding a bag online is roughly EUR 5 cheaper than buying it at the airport; exact add-on price varies by route and fare. Skipping the 10 kg checked bag you paid for and presenting it at the gate triggers an approx. EUR 30 fee. |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Basic | Included | Under-seat item only (40 x 34 x 18 cm) | None |
| Economy Value | Included | Cabin trolley + up to 10 kg | 1 x 10 kg |
| Economy Plus | Included | Cabin trolley + up to 10 kg | 1 x 20 kg |
| Economy Flex | Included | Cabin trolley + up to 10 kg | 1 x 20 kg |
| Business | Included | Cabin trolley + up to 10 kg | 32 kg (Business Flex: 2 x 32 kg) |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
Deals-site reality check: almost every cheap Air Malta / KM Malta fare you see advertised is the Economy Basic (Light) bundle. At those headline prices you get only a small under-seat bag (40 x 34 x 18 cm) and no checked baggage — and not even a full-size cabin trolley unless you pay for Priority.
If you need to check a bag, the realistic cheapest path is to book Economy Value (includes 1 x 10 kg checked) rather than Basic plus a paid bag — but always compare, because on short Malta hops the add-on can be cheaper. Add any bag online before you fly (roughly EUR 5 less than at the airport) and never gamble on a gate purchase: presenting a checked bag at the gate that you should have checked costs about EUR 30, and oversize at the gate around EUR 55.
Oversize, sports & special items
Overweight and oversize: bags over your fare’s weight limit are charged roughly EUR 10 per kg at check-in (priced in GBP or CHF on UK/Swiss routes). Oversized baggage presented at the boarding gate carries an approx. EUR 55 charge.
Sports and musical equipment: items such as bicycles, ski/snowboard bags, golf clubs and large instruments are not part of the standard allowance and must be declared and paid for as special/oversize baggage in advance — confirm the exact piece fee and dimensions with KM Malta before travel, as it varies by item and route.
Buy early, buy online: baggage added during the original booking or later online is consistently cheaper than at the airport counter. Prices and exact add-on amounts vary by route, season and fare.
Frequently asked questions
Does Air Malta still exist in 2026?
No. Air Malta ceased operations on 31 March 2024 and was replaced the same day by KM Malta Airlines, the new Maltese flag carrier, which retained the 'KM' flight code. All current Malta national-carrier baggage rules are KM Malta Airlines rules.
What can I bring for free on the cheapest KM Malta (Air Malta) fare?
On the Economy Basic fare you get one small personal item measuring up to 40 x 34 x 18 cm that must fit under the seat in front of you. There is no checked bag and no full-size cabin trolley included — total hand-luggage weight must not exceed 10 kg.
Is a checked bag included in KM Malta Airlines fares?
Not in Economy Basic. Economy Value includes 1 x 10 kg checked, Economy Plus and Flex include 1 x 20 kg, and Business includes 32 kg (Business Flex allows 2 x 32 kg).
How much does it cost to add checked baggage?
It varies by route and fare. Adding a bag online during or after booking is roughly EUR 5 cheaper than buying it at the airport. If you fail to check a bag you're entitled to and bring it to the gate, expect an approx. EUR 30 fee.
What is the cabin baggage weight limit?
The total weight of all hand luggage you carry on board must not exceed 10 kg. A larger cabin trolley is included from Economy Value upward, or can be added to Basic/Value via the Priority option (around EUR 15 each way, which adds 10 kg cabin allowance and priority boarding).
What are the overweight and oversize baggage fees?
Baggage over your fare's weight limit is charged roughly EUR 10 per kg at check-in (in GBP or CHF on UK and Swiss routes). Oversized baggage presented at the boarding gate carries an approx. EUR 55 fee.
Can I carry sports gear or a musical instrument?
Items such as bikes, skis, golf clubs and large instruments are not part of the standard allowance. They must be declared and paid for as special or oversize baggage in advance — confirm the exact fee and size limits with KM Malta Airlines before travelling, as it varies by item and route.
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