✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
TAROM (the Romanian flag carrier) sets baggage by fare bundle, not a single airline-wide rule. Hand baggage is one cabin bag plus one personal item, weighed together to a combined 8 kg maximum across every fare. Checked baggage is where the fares diverge sharply: the cheapest Light fare carries no checked bag at all, while Standard and Business fares include one or two pieces. Because TAROM flies both Boeing 737s and smaller ATR 72 turboprops, your maximum cabin-bag dimensions also change with the aircraft, which matters on Romanian domestic and short regional routes.
The figures below are verified against TAROM’s official baggage pages for 2026. Fees in particular vary by route zone (domestic Romania, Europe/Middle East, intercontinental).
Quick facts
| Personal item | Included in all fares (purse/laptop bag/briefcase) — counts toward the 8 kg combined limit |
| Cabin bag (Boeing 737) | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, max 115 cm total |
| Cabin bag (ATR 72) | 35 x 30 x 20 cm, max 85 cm total |
| Cabin + personal item weight | 8 kg combined, all fares |
| Light fare checked bag | None included — buy separately |
| Saver fare checked bag | 1 x 23 kg |
| Standard Economy checked bag | 2 x 23 kg (1 x 23 kg on most short routes) |
| Business checked bag | 2 x 32 kg (Semiflex: 1 x 32 kg) |
| Extra / oversize bag fee | Approx. EUR 50-100 per piece, varies by route zone |
| Max checked piece size | 158 cm total (H+W+L) |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | No published dimensions — must fit under the seat / in the cabin bag allowance. One personal item (purse, briefcase, laptop bag) is allowed, but it counts toward the single 8 kg cabin allowance — TAROM does not give a separate weight for it |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 x 40 x 20 cm on Boeing 737 (max 115 cm total); 35 x 30 x 20 cm on ATR 72 (max 85 cm total) · 8 kg combined with personal item Included in all fares |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Light: none. Saver: 1 x 23 kg. Standard Economy: 2 x 23 kg (1 x 23 kg on most short/European routes). Business: 2 x 32 kg (Semiflex: 1 x 32 kg) |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per piece in Economy, 32 kg per piece in Business |
| Typical fee | Extra or oversize piece approx. EUR 50-100 each, varies by route zone (cheaper if pre-paid online than at the airport) |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Light | Included (in 8 kg) | 1 bag + personal item, 8 kg total | None included |
| Economy Saver | Included (in 8 kg) | 1 bag + personal item, 8 kg total | 1 x 23 kg |
| Economy Standard / Flex | Included (in 8 kg) | 1 bag + personal item, 8 kg total | 2 x 23 kg (1 x 23 kg on most short routes) |
| Business (Standard) | Included (in 8 kg) | 1 bag + personal item, 8 kg total | 2 x 32 kg |
| Business Semiflex | Included (in 8 kg) | 1 bag + personal item, 8 kg total | 1 x 32 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on a cheap TAROM deal: almost every rock-bottom TAROM fare you will see advertised is the Light bundle. That means one cabin bag plus a personal item up to 8 kg combined, and no checked bag. If you need to check a suitcase, you must add it as a paid extra (roughly EUR 50-100 depending on route) or book up to the Saver/Standard fare instead — which is often only marginally more once the bag fee is included.
aifly tip: before booking a TAROM Light deal, price the same flight in Saver. The Saver fare bundles one 23 kg checked bag and frequently costs less than the headline Light price plus a separately-added bag, especially on European routes. And if you are on a regional ATR 72 leg, pack to the smaller 35 x 30 x 20 cm cabin limit — a standard Boeing-sized carry-on will be gate-checked.
Oversize, sports & special items
Aircraft matters for cabin bags. TAROM’s Boeing 737s allow a 55 x 40 x 20 cm carry-on, but its ATR 72 turboprops (used on thin domestic and short regional routes) cap cabin bags at 35 x 30 x 20 cm. The 8 kg combined weight limit is the same on both. There are also per-passenger piece caps in the hold: up to 10 pieces on the Boeing 737 and up to 3 pieces on the ATR 72.
Checked-bag sizing. A standard checked piece must not exceed 158 cm total (height + width + length). Economy pieces are weighed to 23 kg, Business to 32 kg. Bags over the piece weight or over 158 cm trigger overweight/oversize charges that stack on top of any excess-piece fee.
Extra, overweight and oversize fees. Additional or oversized checked pieces are charged roughly EUR 50-100 each, with the exact amount set by route zone (within Romania, Europe/Middle East, or worldwide). Overweight bags between 23 kg and 32 kg also attract a fee that varies by zone. If multiple surcharges apply to one bag (extra piece AND overweight AND oversize) they are combined. Excess charges are generally higher if paid at the airport than pre-purchased online or through an agency.
Special allowances. Infants without a seat get 1 piece up to 10 kg (max 115 cm) plus a collapsible stroller. SkyTeam Elite/Elite Plus members add one standard piece to their cabin’s allowance. Sports and special equipment (skis, bikes, golf, instruments) are accepted, generally counting toward your checked allowance or charged as an extra/oversize piece.
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Frequently asked questions
Does TAROM's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
No. The Economy Light fare — the bundle behind most cheap TAROM deals — includes only a cabin bag plus personal item (8 kg combined) and no checked baggage. You must buy a checked bag separately or book the Saver or Standard fare.
How much does a TAROM cabin bag weigh and measure?
Your cabin bag and personal item together must not exceed 8 kg. On Boeing 737 flights the cabin bag can be up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm; on smaller ATR 72 aircraft the limit drops to 35 x 30 x 20 cm.
How much is a TAROM checked bag in 2026?
An extra or oversized checked piece costs roughly EUR 50-100 each, depending on the route zone (domestic Romania, Europe/Middle East, or worldwide). It is cheaper to pre-pay online or via an agency than at the airport.
What is TAROM's checked baggage weight limit?
23 kg per piece in Economy and 32 kg per piece in Business. Each piece must not exceed 158 cm in total dimensions (height + width + length). Bags over the weight or size limit incur overweight/oversize fees.
How many checked bags does each TAROM fare include?
Light: none. Saver: 1 x 23 kg. Standard Economy: 2 x 23 kg (1 x 23 kg on many short routes). Business: 2 x 32 kg, except the Semiflex Business fare which includes 1 x 32 kg.
Is the cabin-bag limit different on TAROM ATR 72 flights?
Yes. ATR 72 turboprops, used on domestic and short regional routes, limit the cabin bag to 35 x 30 x 20 cm (max 85 cm total) versus 55 x 40 x 20 cm on the Boeing 737. The 8 kg weight limit is the same. A standard Boeing-sized carry-on will be gate-checked on an ATR.
Can I carry a personal item plus a cabin bag on TAROM?
Yes — one cabin bag and one personal item (such as a purse, laptop bag or briefcase) are allowed, but they are weighed together against the single 8 kg cabin limit. There is no separate weight allowance for the personal item.
Does TAROM carry sports equipment and musical instruments?
Yes. Skis, bicycles, golf clubs and instruments are accepted, generally counting toward your checked allowance or charged as an extra/oversize piece. TAROM does not publish a flat per-sport rate.