Baggage Policy for Flight-Only Customers
All flight-only customers are entitled to a free hand luggage allowance of up to 5kg. Customers wishing to check in luggage may do so for a small charge by selecting the option whilst making a booking. A maximum of 5 items of luggage can be pre-booked by each passenger. Prices are £30 return (£15 one-way) per item for Shorthaul routes, £32 return (£16 one-way) per item for Midhaul routes and £50 return (£25 one-way) for Longhaul routes.(Shorthaul ~ Mainland Spain, Portugal & Madeira, Corsica, Balearics, Italy; Midhaul ~ Canaries, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, Turkey, Malta, Morocco, Tunisia; Longhaul ~ Aruba, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Kenya, Maldives, Mexico, Florida).
Customers choosing to pre-book their luggage allowance in advance on this website can save up to 50% when compared to prices at the airport or when booked via the call centre.
Each passenger who has opted to pay for check in luggage has a total allowance of 20kg per person, irrespective of the number of bags checked in. Please note that each item may not exceed 20kg without excess baggage charges being levied. Any single item of checked-in luggage must not exceed 23kg, as this exceeds the recommended guidelines for airport baggage handlers to lift.
Each passenger may also take up to 5kg of hand luggage on board. Any extra weight required for hold baggage can be pre-booked on Thomson.co.uk/flights during the booking process at up to 50% discount when compared to airport prices.
Customers choosing to book a Premium Seat (on selected flights) will enjoy an inclusive check in baggage allowance. Premium seats include a total of 30kg baggage allowance (a maximum of 23kg can be checked in to the hold and up to 7kg can be taken on board).
Please also see our Standard Baggage Conditions below.
Baggage Policy for customers traveling as part of an Inclusive Tour
Customers traveling with Thomson Airways as part of an inclusive holiday should refer to the baggage allowance stipulated by their Tour Operator, which is normally shown in the brochure, or on the ticket. Baggage allowances vary depending on the holiday product purchased and the Tour Operator from who the holiday product has been purchased.Customers should consult their travel documentation closely before traveling.
Please also see our Standard Baggage Conditions below.
Standard Baggage Conditions
Any baggage may only be accepted if it is packed and secured in suitcases or similar containers and capable of withstanding reasonable handling.Any passenger presenting baggage that is insecurely or insufficiently packed or is already damaged must sign a disclaimer waiving their right to any subsequent claim.
Each customer may take one item of hand baggage weighing no more than the limits shown above (maximum dimensions of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm). Other bags such as handbags, laptop bags or laptop computers must be carried within the single item of cabin baggage. It is recommended that video cameras, mobile telephones and other valuable items and medication should be carried as hand luggage. You must be able to lift this yourself into overhead storage compartments or the bag must fit under the seat in front of you.
Customers will only be able to carry Hypodermic Syringes in their hand luggage if supporting an approved "Diabetic Doctors letter". Customers carrying such items must also advise check-in staff.
If your total baggage weight exceeds the limit detailed on your booking confirmation, excess hold baggage will be accepted for carriage subject to the conditions of acceptance of excess baggage, and will be charged at the current excess baggage charge (per kg) each way. This rate will vary by destination. Extra weight can be purchased in advance on Thomson.co.uk/flights.com at a discount during the flight booking process, or via the call centre.
Can I combine my baggage allowance with someone else?
Yes, we allow pooling of the hold baggage allowance for passengers travelling together.Back to top