✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Here’s the good news Bangkok Airways buries under its boutique-airline branding: even the cheapest Economy fare includes a 20 kg checked bag, full stop. There is no stripped-out, hand-luggage-only basic fare here. Where Ryanair or Wizz would charge you for everything that isn’t your own body, Bangkok Airways still does it the old-fashioned full-service way — your cheap deal ticket comes with a real checked allowance, a 5 kg cabin bag, and the famous free lounge access on every route, even in Economy.
The catch is the numbers are weight-based, not piece-based, and they’re tight. Cabin baggage is capped at 5 kg within 56 x 36 x 23 cm — that’s lower than most carriers’ 7–8 kg, and they do weigh it on the regional turboprop and small-jet routes. Checked is 20 kg in Economy, 30 kg in Premium Economy, 40 kg in Blue Ribbon Business. Go over and you pay by the kilo: from THB 180/kg on domestic sectors, and roughly USD 8–12/kg on international routes depending on the destination zone.
Quick facts
| Cabin bag (free, all fares) | 56 x 36 x 23 cm, max 5 kg |
| Personal item | Small handbag/laptop bag, fits under seat (within the 5 kg cabin total) |
| Economy checked | 20 kg included |
| Premium Economy checked | 30 kg included |
| Blue Ribbon Business checked | 40 kg included |
| Infant checked | 10 kg (all classes) |
| Domestic excess | from THB 180 per kg |
| International excess | approx USD 8–12 per kg (varies by zone) |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | Handbag, laptop bag or small item that fits under the seat — counts toward the 5 kg cabin total, not separate |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 1 piece, 56 x 36 x 23 cm, max 5 kg — included on every fare incl. cheapest Economy |
Checked baggage & fees
| Economy allowance | 20 kg (weight concept, any number of pieces within limit) |
| Premium Economy allowance | 30 kg |
| Business (Blue Ribbon) allowance | 40 kg |
| Infant allowance | 10 kg all classes |
| Domestic excess fee | from THB 180 per kg per sector |
| International excess fee | approx USD 8–12 per kg, varies by destination zone |
| Prepaid extra bag | Cheaper if bought via Manage My Booking / call centre / ticket office at least 4 hours before departure |
What each fare includes
| Cabin class | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Included (in 5 kg cabin) | 5 kg | 20 kg |
| Premium Economy | Included (in 5 kg cabin) | 5 kg | 30 kg |
| Blue Ribbon (Business) | Included (in 5 kg cabin) | 5 kg | 40 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on a cheap Bangkok Airways deal fare: more than you’d expect. Unlike the budget carriers aifly usually warns you about, the cheapest PG Economy ticket already bundles a 20 kg checked bag, a 5 kg cabin bag, and lounge access — nothing is hidden behind a paywall. For a short Thailand or regional Asia hop, that 20 kg is plenty and you’ll pay nothing extra.
The thing to actually budget for is weight, not pieces. If you’re a heavy packer or moving with sports/dive gear, 20 kg vanishes fast and there is no cheap second-bag add-on — you just pay per excess kilo. Prepay it: buying extra allowance online before you fly is meaningfully cheaper than the airport rate, and on international routes the per-kilo gate fee (≈USD 8–12/kg) adds up fast. Bottom line: the deal fare is honest, but keep your total bag under the kilo limit or front-load the excess online.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports & oversize: golf clubs, dive gear and bicycles travel as checked baggage and count against your weight allowance — there is no flat sports-equipment piece rate, so an over-limit bag is simply charged as excess by the kilo. Musical instruments can go in the cabin only if they fit the 56 x 36 x 23 cm / 5 kg cabin limit; anything larger must be checked or bought an extra seat. Declare fragile or oversized items at check-in.
2025/2026 notes: Bangkok Airways has kept its full-service, weight-based model — no move to LCC-style hand-luggage-only basic fares, and lounge access remains included in all cabins, a genuine outlier in 2026. Premium Economy (30 kg) sits between standard Economy and Blue Ribbon Business. International excess is still calculated on the post-2019 destination-zone system.
Baggage by region & route
Bangkok Airways is a regional Thai carrier using the weight system. Economy includes 20 kg on all fares — generous for a short-haul carrier.
| Region / route | Cheapest economy checked allowance | System |
|---|---|---|
| Economy (all fares) | 20 kg | Weight |
| Blue Ribbon / Business | 40 kg | Weight |
✈️ Bangkok Airways is not in an airline alliance — no cross-carrier elite baggage benefit.
The 20 kg is included on every Economy fare — no stripped base fare. Allowances are for the cheapest bookable economy fare, web-verified June 2026; always confirm on your e-ticket as fares and routes change.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the cheapest Bangkok Airways fare include a checked bag?
Yes. Even the lowest Economy fare includes a 20 kg checked allowance plus a 5 kg cabin bag and lounge access. There is no hand-luggage-only basic fare.
How much carry-on can I bring?
One cabin bag up to 56 x 36 x 23 cm and a maximum of 5 kg, including any personal item. The 5 kg cabin limit is lower than most carriers and is enforced on small-aircraft routes.
What is the checked baggage allowance by class?
Economy 20 kg, Premium Economy 30 kg, Blue Ribbon Business 40 kg. Infants get 10 kg in all classes.
Is the allowance per piece or by weight?
By total weight, not pieces. You can split it across bags as long as the combined weight stays within your class limit.
How much is excess baggage on Bangkok Airways?
Domestic excess starts from THB 180 per kg per sector. International excess is roughly USD 8–12 per kg and varies by destination zone.
Can I buy extra baggage in advance?
Yes, and it’s cheaper than at the airport. Buy prepaid allowance via Manage My Booking, the call centre or a ticket office at least 4 hours before departure.
Can I bring sports equipment like golf clubs or dive gear?
Yes, as checked baggage. It counts toward your weight allowance — there’s no special flat sports rate, so anything over your limit is charged as excess per kilo.
Does Bangkok Airways still include lounge access on cheap fares?
Yes. As of 2026 lounge access remains included on all Bangkok Airways routes and cabins, including the cheapest Economy deal fares — unusual for the price.