Here at Luggage and Leather we try to keep our customers as informed as possible when it comes to travel, it just makes finding that perfect bag that much easier. Although we try our best to keep everything up to date the airlines may change certain regulations without us knowing. We recommend that you always contact your carrier before your flight to verify that the same rules are in place. You may also want to visit the South African website or their section on Baggage.

If you notice something that has changed or just have a question please send us an email.

Carry-On Allowance: 1 Bag

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All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you and adhere to the following requirements:

• Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on Luggage: 20.5in x 9.1in x 15.7in (length x width x height)
• Maximum Weight of Carry-on Luggage: 18 lb / 8 kg

Checked Baggage Allowance:

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For flights to/from Canada and USA

• Total Number of Bags: 2
• Maximum Dimensions of Bag: 62 linear inches (length + width + height)
• Maximum Weight for Economy Class passengers: 50 lb/23 kg
• Maximum Weight for First and Business Class passengers: 70 lb/32 kg
• Star Alliance Gold and Voyager members are allowed additional baggage.

For flights to most other destinations

• Maximum Weight for Economy Class Passengers: 44 lb/20 kg total
• Maximum Weight for Business Class Passengers: 66 lb/30 kg total
• Maximum Weight for First Class Passengers: 88 lb/40 kg total
• Star Alliance Gold and Voyager members are allowed additional baggage.

There are some exceptions to the above information, depending on your destination and originating city. Be sure to check the South African Airways website or contact their Reservations desk for more details or if you have questions.

Overweight, Oversize, and Excess Baggage Fees

If you have more bags than the permitted allowance or your bags exceed the weight or linear restrictions, you will be charged additional fees. Contact South African directly, or visit their Excess Baggage Charges page for more information.

Sports Equipment

You can take sporting equipment as part of your free checked baggage, but excess charges will apply if the free checked baggage allowance is exceeded. View South African's Sporting Equipment page for more information.