Emirates Sizes: Luggage, Seats…

January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 by Egle Goleckyte

Emirates Airlines is one of the best options for world-class air travel. It offers a great experience in terms of comfort, entertainment, dining, and more. If you are considering flying with Emirates, you are making a solid choice (skip straight to the Emirates Sizes).

There are lots of guidelines about the size of luggage, the number of bags, and things you can carry with you on board. This post will explain all you need to know from seat sizes to carry-on luggage sizes using size charts and elaborate guides.

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Emirates sizes Table of Contents

Emirates Size Guide
Checked Bag Allowances
Checked Bag Weight Limit for First and Business Class
Checked Bag Allowances
Carry-On Baggage Allowances
Special Baggage Allowances
Frequently Asked Questions

Emirates Size Guide

Emirates Sizes: Seat Size

Economy class

Aircraft	Seat Pitch	Seat Width	Seat Type	Video Type	Laptop Power	Power Type	Wi-Fi
Airbus A380-800 (388) Three Class Layout 1	32 – 34 in	18.0 in	Standard	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Airbus A380-800 (388) Three Class Layout 2	32 – 34 in	18.0 in	Standard	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Airbus A380-800 (388) Two Class	32 – 34 in	17.5 in	Standard	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-200LR (772) Three Class	33 – 34 in	17 in	Standard	Seatback TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Three Class Layout 1	32 in	17.0 in	Standard	On-Demand TV	None	None	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Three Class Layout 2	32 in	17 in	Standard	Seatback TV	None	None	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Two Class	33 – 34 in	17.0 in	Standard	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No

Business class

Aircraft	Seat Pitch	Seat Width	Seat Type	Video Type	Laptop Power	Power Type	Wi-Fi
Airbus A380-800 (388) Three Class Layout 1	48 in	18.5 in	Flat Bed	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Airbus A380-800 (388) Three Class Layout 2	48 in	18.5 in	Flat Bed	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Airbus A380-800 (388) Two Class	48 in	18.5 in	Flat Bed	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-200LR (772) Three Class	60 in	20.5 in	Flat Bed	Seatback TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Three Class Layout 1	60 in	20.5 in	Angle Lie Flat	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Three Class Layout 2	60 in	20.5 in	Angle Lie Flat	Seatback TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Two Class	60 in	20.5 in	Angle Lie Flat	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No

First class

Aircraft	Seat Pitch	Seat Width	Seat Type	Video Type	Laptop Power	Power Type	Wi-Fi
Airbus A380-800 (388) Three Class Layout 1	86 in	23.0 in	Closed Suite	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Airbus A380-800 (388) Three Class Layout 2	86 in	23.0 in	Closed Suite	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-200LR (772) Three Class	86 in	23 in	Closed Suite	Seatback TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Three Class Layout 1	69 in	20.5 in	Closed Suite	On-Demand TV	All Seats	AC Power	No
Boeing 777-300ER (77W) Three Class Layout 2	69 in	20.5 in	Closed Suite	Seatback TV	All Seats	AC Power	No

Checked Bag Weight Limit for Economy Class

Class of travel	Special	Saver	Flex	Flex Plus
Economy Class	20 kg**	25 kg***	30 kg	35 kg

Checked Bag Weight Limit for First and Business Class

Class of travel	Baggage allowance
Business Class	40 kg
First Class	50 kg

Emirates Sizes: Baggage Allowance – Flights to and from the Americas and Africa

Class of travel	Baggage allowance
Economy Class	*One piece up to 23 kg for Special fares Two pieces up to 23 kg each for Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus fares
Premium Economy	Two pieces up to 23kg (50lb) each
Business Class	Two pieces up to 32kg (70lb) each
First Class	Two pieces up to 32kg (70lb) each

Emirates Sizes: Allowable Luggage for Flights to and From the US and Europe

Class of travel	Baggage allowance
Economy Class	One piece up to 23 kg for Special and Saver fares Two pieces up to 23 kg each for Flex and Flex Plus fares
Premium Economy	Two pieces up to 23kg (50lb) each
Business Class	Two pieces up to 32kg (70lb) each
First Class	Two pieces up to 32kg (70lb) each

Emirates Sizes: Carry-On Size Chart

Travel Class	Carry-On Size Allowance	No. of Items per Passenger	Weight Limit per Piece
First Class & Business Class	Briefcase: 45 x 35 x 20 cm (18 x 14 x 8 inches) Handbag: 55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches) Garment bag: 20 cm or 8 inches thick (folded)	Two pieces	7 kg (15 lbs.)
Premium Economy	55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches)	One piece	10 kg (22 lbs.)
Economy Class	55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches)	One piece	7 kgs (15 lbs.)

Checked Bag Allowances

If you frequently travel to different places all over the world, you probably know that Emirates flights offer the largest baggage allowances among world-class airlines. The number of bags you have and their total weight, also known as the piece and weight concept, determine your free baggage allowance.

You’ll have to consider your baggage weight for most flights but the number of pieces you can carry is only restricted for flights to and from Africa and the Americas. Your travel route, fare, and a class of travel will also affect your baggage restrictions.

To afford additional baggage allowance, you need to be a member of Emirates Skywards Platinum, Gold, or Silver. You can customize your Emirates experience by managing your booking according to your needs.

1. Checked Baggage Allowance for All Routes Except the Americas and Africa

Every route except flights to and from Africa and the Americas is subject to the weight concept. The total weight of your baggage determines the number of bags you can take. Each travel class has a unique weight limit allowing you to check as many bags as possible within the weight allowance.

In Economy Class, the type of ticket you choose has a bearing on the total weight of your baggage.

Here’s a quick overview of the weight concept in Economy Class flights according to the type of ticket:

Economy Special – 20 kg
Economy Saver – 25 kg
Economy Flex – 30 kg
Economy Flex Plus -35 kg

If you are flying Economy Special between UAE and India, you can carry up to 25 kg of luggage. Flights from New Zealand and Australia on Economy Saver tickets also allow up to 30 kg of checked bags.

Business Class and First Class flights have the most generous allowances of 40 kg and 50 kg respectively.

Every checked bag for flights using the weight concept should not go beyond 300 cm (118 inches) in total dimensions. You can calculate the total dimensions of your bag by adding the height, length, and width measurements. If your bag surpasses this size limit, it’ll not be considered checked luggage.

For flights through Dammam International Airport, each bag must have a maximum size of 215 cm (84.64 inches).

2. Checked Baggage Allowance for Flights to and From the Americas and Africa

When flying to and from Africa and the Americas using Emirates Airlines, your baggage allowance is subject to the piece concept. This means that there is a limited number of checked bags you can freely carry and each has a weight restriction. Your experience will differ from that of other passengers depending on your travel class.

Let’s take a quick look at the baggage allowance for each travel class.

Economy Special – Allows one piece of luggage weighing 23 kg (50 lbs) max.
Economy Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus – Allows two pieces each weighing 23 kg (50 lbs).
Premium Economy – Allows two checked bags of 23 kg (50 lbs) each.
Business Class – Allows two pieces each 32 kg (70 lbs).
First Class – Allows two pieces of baggage weighing 32 kg (70 lbs) each.

If you are flying between Europe and the US or within the Americas, the baggage allowance per class is the same as what we’ve covered above.

The total size of each checked bag has to be 150 cm (59 inches) at most. If your bag is bigger than the allowable size, you’ll pay an additional baggage fee as long as it doesn’t exceed 300 cm (118 inches). Bags that are larger than 300 cm (118 inches) will only count as cargo or freight.

Carry-On Baggage Allowances

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You can also carry luggage into the cabin of the plane. However, there are rules for carry-on luggage that you’ll need to adhere to to ensure you have a smooth and satisfying experience. The specifics of the total weight and size could vary depending on your travel class and Emirates Skywards membership.

Here’s a summary of the Emirates sizes and weight limits of carry-on baggage.

Economy Class

You can have one carry-on item measuring 55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches) and weighing 7 kg (15 lbs). The piece must fit in the overhead locker in the cabin or below the seat in front of you.

Premium Economy

Also allows one carry-on piece with a size of 55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches). The bag must not be heavier than 10 kg (22 lbs ).

First Class and Business Class

Passengers flying in First Class or Business Class can carry two items in the cabin. You can have a briefcase measuring 45 x 35 x 20 cm (18 x 14 x 8 inches) and another item. The additional piece could be a handbag or garment bag. The handbag should measure 55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches) and the garment bag should be 20 cm (8 inches) thick when folded. Each piece should be 7 kg (15 lbs.) at most.

Carry-On Exceptions

If you are traveling with an infant, you can take a collapsible stroller or carry-cot in addition to your carry-on item. However, this will depend on whether there’s spare space in the cabin. If there isn’t, you’ll have to carry the item as checked luggage.

Another exception is when you have oversized hand baggage that is extremely valuable or fragile. Such items will need to be approved during security screening before passengers carry them into the cabin. You can carry reasonable quantities of duty-free purchases like liquor, perfume, and cigarettes.

Any liquids you want to bring on board will need to meet some requirements to ensure they adhere to international regulations. Items such as drinks, lotions, creams, gels, aerosols, and others must be packed in a container of 100 ml max. Containers larger than this capacity won’t be allowed into the cabin even if partly full.

Additionally, you’ll need to transport the container inside a transparent, re-sealable plastic bag. The bag will undergo a visual examination to ensure it meets all security guidelines before you board the plane.

There is also an exception for baby milk, prescription medicines, and dietary requirements. Of course, you’ll need to show evidence that can corroborate the nature of these items.

Check out more restrictions and exceptions for liquids, aerosols, and gels in different regions in the table below.

Region	Liquid Restrictions	STEBs Accepted	Exceptions
Africa	Egypt Kenya Mauritius Nigeria South Africa Tanzania Uganda	South Africa	No liquids are allowed for passengers transiting through Mauritius. For passengers departing from Mauritius, liquids are not allowed. However, you can carry duty‑free liquids depending on the laws of the destination country.
Asia	China Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Malaysia Mauritius Pakistan Philippines Seychelles Singapore South Korea Thailand	China Hong Kong Indonesia Malaysia Maldives Singapore South Korea Thailand	No liquids whatsoever are permitted in hand luggage in the Philippines India does not currently accept STEBs
Australia and New Zealand	Australia and New Zealand	not available	Australia does not currently accept STEBs
Europe and Americas* The TSA has a set of security protocols for commercial flights regarding hand baggage. Despite being similar to the EU laws, the amount of fluids and gels allowed vary.	Brazil European Union Iceland Norway Russia Switzerland Turkey UK	Turkey USA* *The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has placed certain measures for hand baggage in commercial flights regarding hand luggage allowance. It has an allowance for fluid and gel quantities that slightly differs from EU regulations.	The US only allows STEBS from Dubai Airport shops. Once passengers arrive, they must repack any STEBS larger than 100 ml capacity in checked bags for further domestic or international flights.
Middle East	Bahrain Dubai Kuwait Lebanon Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia Yemen	Dubai

Special Baggage Allowances

Some situations allow passengers to enjoy extra luggage allowance without charges. We’ll discuss them in this section.

1. Passengers with Disabilities

Passengers that use wheelchairs get an additional baggage allowance for a fully collapsible wheelchair which they can check into the plane. Those who use crutches or braces can also check them in without excess baggage charges.

If you require the use of a portable dialysis machine, you can check one in along with the attendant equipment. Unfortunately, you can’t have a portable dialysis machine in the cabin unless you are on Emirates flights on US routes. This is because there are restrictions for hazardous materials that restrict the carriage of dialysis machines using cabin baggage allowances.

Passengers with visual and hearing impairments can come with assistant dogs but they can’t stay in the cabin. Instead, the pets must stay in a kennel and be transported in the cargo hold.

If you have a sleep disorder, you are allowed one apnea device. You can check CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) or PAP (Positive Airway Pressure) devices before your flight.

2. Traveling with Infants

Passengers traveling with infants are subject to a different baggage policy depending on the travel route. Only babies under two years count as infants during Emirates flights. You can have a cabin bag that meets the provided baggage dimensions for your infant but it’ll have to weigh 5 kg (11 lbs) at most.

If you feel that remembering all the baggage requirements for you and your infant, don’t worry. This information will also be available on the tickets.

If there’s extra room in the cabin, you can carry one of the following items for your infants at no extra charge:

Fully collapsible stroller
Infant’s portable bassinet
Infant’s car seat

3. Carrying Sports Equipment

You are allowed to travel with sports equipment via Emirates. There are items that have special packaging rules but generally, sports equipment is allowed as checked luggage. If the equipment is larger than 300 cm (118 inches) in total dimensions, it has to be transported as cargo.

In situations where the total weight of your items or number of bags goes beyond allowable baggage rules, they will be subject to excess baggage rates. You can learn how to purchase extra baggage allowance without hassle.

Sporting firearms and ammunition can be carried as checked luggage. You’ll need to unload and even dismantle the firearms, if possible before they are packed inside a gun case or suitcase. You must have the firearms and ammunition approved three days before your flight. The total weight of your ammunition should be 5 kg (11 lbs.) at most.

If you want to carry sporting firearms or ammunition into the UAE, you’ll need to be cleared by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense and UAE Customs in advance. You’ll need to get in touch with these departments directly.

4. Traveling with Pets

Unfortunately, Emirates doesn’t allow the transportation of pets inside the plane’s cabin. The only exception is for falcons on specific flight routes from Dubai to Pakistan. Your pet can be transported as checked baggage or cargo in the aircraft’s hold. The size of the kennel and the total weight of your pet and the cage will determine the charges.

Even if you don’t have any checked luggage, you’ll have to pay the airline baggage fees for pets. Check out the table below for more details.

Animal and Cage	Price
When the animal and cage combined do not exceed 23 kg and 59 inches (150 cm)	USD 500
When the animal and cage combined weight between 24 and 32 kg and dimensions between 59 inches (150cm) and 118 inches (300cm)	USD 650
When the animal and cage combined weight of over 32 kg and dimensions between 59 inches (150cm) and 118 inches (300cm)	USD 800
When the dimensions of the kennel exceed 118 inches (300cm)	Cargo

5. Musical Instruments

Unfortunately, you won’t get a free baggage allowance for traveling with musical instruments using Emirates. As a result, you can only carry musical instruments as checked or cabin baggage as long as they adhere to size and weight limitations. Alternatively, you can pay for an extra seat for transporting your musical instrument.

Reach out to Emirates to find out more about traveling with a musical instrument before you book your flight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are Emirates sizes seats big?

Emirates seats range from a width of 17 to 23 inches depending on your travel class and the type of aircraft you board.

2. How big are the seats in the Emirates economy?

The seats have a width of 19.5 inches and a pitch of 40 inches.

3. How strict is Emirates sizes with baggage size?

If your baggage exceeds the recommended size, it won’t count as checked luggage and will have to be transported as cargo.

4. Is Emirates the biggest airline in the world?

No, it’s not. However, it’s still among the top five largest airlines in the world.

5. What is the maximum size of checked luggage in the Emirates sizes?

The size limit of checked baggage in the Emirates is 300 cm (118 inches).

6. What is the weight and piece concept in Emirates flights?

It refers to the rule that determines the total weight and number of luggage you can freely carry in Emirates.

7. Can I carry pets as cabin baggage in the Emirates?

No, you can’t. Pets aren’t allowed to travel in the cabin and have to stay in the hold.

Conclusion

Flying with Emirates is one of the most fulfilling experiences you can get from air travel. With the ergonomic seat designs, baggage allowances, and five-star services, you’ll certainly be a fan by the time the plane lands. If you have more questions about Emirates sizes, feel free to drop them below.

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