2026 checked bag allowance & fees
Turkish Airlines baggage allowance
On flights between the U.S. and Türkiye, Turkish includes two bags of up to 23 kg (50 lb) with ExtraFly, and two bags on EcoFly. Each extra bag costs $290.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
on ExtraFly
on ExtraFly
Up to 158 cm (62 in) in total
on EcoFly
Quick answer
On flights between the U.S. and Türkiye, Turkish includes two bags of up to 23 kg (50 lb) with ExtraFly, and two bags on EcoFly. Each extra bag costs $290. A carry-on and personal item are free on every Turkish fare.
- 1st checked bag
- Included (on ExtraFly)
- 2nd checked bag
- Included (on ExtraFly)
- Weight limit
- 23 kg (Up to 158 cm (62 in) in total)
- Cheapest fare
- 2 free bags (on EcoFly)
What will my bags cost on Turkish?
- 1st bag on ExtraFlyIncluded
Turkish checked bag allowance and fees
Prices one way, per traveler, on flights between the U.S. and Türkiye.
Extra bags on ExtraFly
| Bag | Paid online | At the airport |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd bag and up | $290 | $290 |
Free checked bags by fare
- EcoFly2 bags
- ExtraFly2 bags
- BusinessUp to 32 kg each2 bags
Each bag up to 23 kg (50 lb) and 158 cm (62 in) in total.
How to avoid Turkish bag fees
Who checks bags free
- Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus members
- Star Alliance Gold members
Ways to pay less
- • Weigh your bag at home: going over 23 kg can cost more than a second bag.
- • Travel carry-on only: check the Turkish carry-on size.
- • Compare fares: a slightly pricier fare that includes a bag can beat Light fare + bag.
Turkish vs. other European airlines
On regular economy fares, one way, in U.S. dollars.
| Airline | 1st bag | 2nd bag | Free bags (regular fare) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | Included | Included | 2 bagsExtraFly |
| British Airways | Included | $70 | 1 bagEconomy |
| Virgin Atlantic | Included | $100 | 1 bagEconomy Classic |
| Lufthansa | Included | $101 | 1 bagEconomy Classic |
| Air France | Included | $77 | 1 bagStandard |
| KLM | Included | $77 | 1 bagStandard |
| Iberia | Included | $80 | 1 bagOptima |
| Aer Lingus | Included | $79.99 | 1 bagSmart |
| Icelandair | Included | $55 | 1 bagEconomy Standard |
| SWISS | Included | Not published | 1 bagEconomy Classic |
| Ryanair | $20–$56 | $20–$56 | NoneBasic (standard fare) |
| easyJet | $13–$67 | $13–$67 | NoneStandard fare |
| Wizz Air | $23–$68 | $23–$68 | NoneBasic (standard fare) |
- Turkish Airlines
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- Included
- Free bags
- 2 bags · ExtraFly
- British Airways
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $70
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Economy
- Virgin Atlantic
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $100
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Economy Classic
- Lufthansa
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $101
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Economy Classic
- Air France
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $77
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Standard
- KLM
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $77
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Standard
- Iberia
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $80
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Optima
- Aer Lingus
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $79.99
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Smart
- Icelandair
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Economy Standard
- SWISS
- 1st bag
- Included
- 2nd bag
- Not published
- Free bags
- 1 bag · Economy Classic
- Ryanair
- 1st bag
- $20–$56
- 2nd bag
- $20–$56
- Free bags
- None · Basic (standard fare)
- easyJet
- 1st bag
- $13–$67
- 2nd bag
- $13–$67
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Wizz Air
- 1st bag
- $23–$68
- 2nd bag
- $23–$68
- Free bags
- None · Basic (standard fare)
Compare Turkish with another airline
Turkish baggage FAQ
On flights between the U.S. and Türkiye, Turkish includes two bags of up to 23 kg (50 lb) with ExtraFly, and two bags on EcoFly. Each extra bag costs $290.
Airports Turkish flies from
Airport guides with transit, terminals, lounges and parking.
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees as published. Airlines change bag fees often, so confirm the price for your trip when you book.
- Turkish Airlines: official baggage information
- Upgraded Points: Turkish Airlines baggage fees (updated Jan 8, 2026)
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