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From March 9 to May 31, economy class passengers on all flights between Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Jamaica (KIN or MBJ) will be allowed three bags, and executive class passengers will be allowed four bags. The extra piece of baggage is subject to space availability and should not exceed the maximum weight of 50 lbs and the maximum outside linear dimensions of 62 inches.

Carry-On Allowance

Executive Class passengers: 1 Bag + 1 Personal Item*

Flights to/from USA/Caribbean:

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 30 lbs

Flights to/from Canada:

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 22 lbs

Flights to/from London

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 13 lbs

Deluxe Economy Class passengers: 1 Bag + 1 Personal Item*

Flights to/from London:

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 30 lbs

Economy Class passengers: 1 Bag + 1 Personal Item*

Flights to/from USA/Caribbean

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 30 lbs

Flights to/from Canada:

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 22 lbs

Flights to/from London:

  • Maximum dimensions of carry-on luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of carry-on luggage: 13 lbs

*Personal Items include:

  • One fully collapsible wheelchair and/or a pair of crutches and/or braces of other prosthetic device for the passenger's use, provided the passenger is dependent upon them, may be carried in the luggage compartment of the aircraft
  • One fully collapsible child's stroller or push chair
  • A handbag, pocket book, or purse that is appropriate to normal traveling dress and is not being used to carry articles that would otherwise be considered baggage
  • An overcoat, wrap, or blanket
  • An umbrella or walking stick
  • A small camera or a pair of binoculars
  • A reasonable amount of reading material for the flight
  • Infant's food for consumption in flight
  • Infant's carrying basket
  • One light garment bag (must not contain hard objects)

All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you. You must be able to lift your carry-on into the overhead storage without assistance.

REMINDER: Bulkhead seats do not have underseat storage during take-off and landing.

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Checked Baggage Allowance

Executive Class passengers: 3 Bags

All Flights except to/from London:

  • Maximum dimensions of each piece of luggage: 62 inches
  • Maximum weight of each piece of luggage: 20 lbs

Flights to/from London:

  • Maximum dimensions of each piece of luggage: 62 inches
  • Maximum weight of each piece of luggage: 70 lbs

Deluxe Economy Class passengers: 2 Bags

Flights to/from London:

  • Maximum dimensions of each piece of luggage: 62 inches
  • Maximum weight of each piece of luggage: 50 lbs

Economy Class passengers: 2 Bags

All Flights:

  • Maximum dimensions of each piece of luggage: 62 inches
  • Maximum weight of each piece of luggage: 50 lbs

Infants

For flights to/from London, infants paying 10% of the adult fare:

  • Baggage allowance: 1 piece
  • Maximum dimensions of each piece of luggage: 45 inches
  • Maximum weight of each piece of luggage: 22 lbs

For all flights except to/from London, infants paying 75% or 90% of the adult fare will be granted free baggage allowance on the same basis as the passenger paying the adult fare.

Excess Baggage Fees

Fee for each bag (up to 62 inches and 70 lbs):

  • Flights to/from USA/Caribbean: USD $125
  • Flights within the Caribbean: USD $80
  • Flights between Kingston and Montego Bay: USD $25
  • Flights between Kingston and Canada (YTO, YMQ, and YOW): USD/CAD $150
  • Flights between Kingston and all other Canada airports: USD/CAD $200
  • Flights between Jamaica and London: USD $115, £75

Overweight Baggage Fees

Bags weighing 51-70 lbs:

  • Flights to/from USA/Caribbean: USD $75
  • Flights to/from Canada: USD/CAD $100
  • Flights from UK to Jamaica: £35
  • Flights from Jamaica to UK: US $70

Bags exceeding 70lbs (32kg) and over 62 inches in total dimensions must be shipped via cargo.

Sports Equipment

Some checked items, such as surfboards and bicycles will be charged a fixed handling fee because of size, fragility, or other handling requirements while others may be checked in lieu of one of your checked bags. If you plan to travel with sporting equipment, contact Air Jamaica directly to confirm packing regulations and fees or visit Air Jamaica's Sporting Equipment Fees Chart.

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