✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Here’s the good news a lot of pan-African carriers won’t give you: on an international Asky Airlines Economy ticket, even the cheapest fare includes a real checked bag — two pieces at 23 kg each (46 kg total), plus a 7 kg cabin bag and a personal item. Asky is a full-service Lomé-based carrier built on Ethiopian Airlines’ operating template, and it kept the generous old-school African allowance rather than chasing the European no-bag-Light-fare model. So on a Lagos–Abidjan or Accra–Cotonou deal fare, you genuinely walk on with two checked bags and pay nothing extra.
The catch is regional, not fare-based. Asky doesn’t sell branded “Light/Classic/Flex” bundles — your allowance is set by route, not by a fare slider. On domestic / single-country segments the cheapest fare gives you a much thinner allowance (often no free checked bag at all on the lowest promo), while the full 46 kg is an international-network benefit. Business Class moves up to 2 × 32 kg and a 10 kg cabin bag across the board.
Quick facts
| Free personal item | Small handbag / laptop bag, under seat |
| Cabin bag (Economy) | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 7 kg |
| Cabin bag (Business) | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg |
| Checked, international Economy | 2 x 23 kg (46 kg) included |
| Checked, Business | 2 x 32 kg included |
| Domestic / regional cheapest fare | Reduced or no free checked bag |
| Excess / special-item fees | Paid at the airport ASKY office at check-in |
| Fare brands | None — allowance set by route, not fare tier |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | Handbag, laptop bag or small backpack that fits under the seat (all fares) |
| Cabin bag | 55 x 40 x 20 cm; 7 kg Economy / 10 kg Business — included on every fare |
Checked baggage & fees
| International Economy | 2 pieces x 23 kg (46 kg total) included |
| Business Class | 2 pieces x 32 kg (64 kg total) included |
| Domestic / regional Economy | Reduced allowance; lowest promo fares may carry no free checked bag |
| Excess weight / extra piece | Surcharge varies by route; paid at the ASKY airport office at check-in |
| Max piece weight | 32 kg per bag (heavier must be split or shipped as cargo) |
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 |
|---|---|
| International network (Economy) | 2 x 23 kg checked included |
| Business Class (all routes) | 2 x 32 kg checked included |
| Domestic / single-country segments | Reduced or no free checked bag on cheapest fare |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on a cheap Asky deal fare: on an international Economy ticket, far more than most bargain fares — two 23 kg checked bags, a 7 kg cabin bag and a personal item, all included, with no Light-fare trickery to strip the bag back out. For a one-bag traveller you’re effectively carrying a free spare; for two-bag trips you’re fully covered at zero extra cost. That’s the genuine value in an Asky deal fare.
Where to budget: if your itinerary includes a domestic or single-country leg, the cheapest fare can drop your free checked allowance — confirm the bag rule on the specific routing before you book, and expect to pay an excess charge at the airport ASKY office (not always online) if you exceed it. Also keep each bag under 32 kg — anything heavier won’t fly as a single piece.
Oversize, sports & special items
Oversize and special items are handled at fixed fees rather than per-kg: musical instruments roughly $100, and TVs around $90–$120 depending on size and route. Sports equipment is accepted as checked baggage subject to handling charges; bulky or oversize gear should be cleared with the airline in advance. Pets travel in-cabin up to 7 kg for about $60, or in the hold (8–23 kg ~ $205; 24–32 kg ~ $285).
The notable recent change: Asky increased its international Economy free checked allowance to 2 x 23 kg (46 kg), bucking the broader 2025/2026 trend of carriers shrinking baggage on the cheapest fares. There are still no branded Light/Flex fare bundles — your allowance is driven by route and cabin, so always read the baggage line on your specific ticket.
Frequently asked questions
Does the cheapest Asky Airlines fare include a checked bag?
On the international network, yes — Economy includes 2 x 23 kg checked bags even on the lowest fare. On domestic / single-country segments the cheapest fare can give a reduced allowance or no free checked bag, so check the specific routing.
How much checked baggage do I get in Economy?
International Economy includes two pieces at 23 kg each, 46 kg total. Each individual bag must not exceed 32 kg.
What is the carry-on allowance?
One cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm — 7 kg in Economy, 10 kg in Business — plus a small personal item (handbag or laptop bag) under the seat.
Does Business Class get more baggage?
Yes. Business Class includes 2 x 32 kg checked (64 kg total) and a 10 kg cabin bag on all routes.
Are there fare bundles like Light, Classic or Flex?
No. Asky does not sell branded fare tiers for baggage. Your allowance is set by route and cabin, not by a fare slider, so the lowest international Economy fare carries the same 46 kg as a flexible one.
How do I pay for excess or extra baggage?
Excess-baggage and special-item fees are typically paid in person at the ASKY office at the airport during check-in, rather than online — budget time and have payment ready.
What does it cost to fly with a musical instrument or TV?
Instruments run about $100 and TVs roughly $90–$120 depending on size and route, charged as fixed handling fees rather than per-kilogram.
Do ASKY Club members get extra baggage?
Yes. Silver adds 1 x 23 kg, Gold adds 1 x 32 kg, and Black tier adds 1 x 32 kg (or 2 x 23 kg) on top of the standard cabin allowance.