Avianca El Salvador Baggage Policy

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About Avianca El Salvador Airlines

While travelling, we tend to overpack things and end up paying extra at the airport because of the lack of information. If you are travelling with Avianca El Salvador, then you need to know the Avianca baggage policy before travelling. Transportes Aéreos del Continente Americano, known and branded as Avianca El Salvador, is an airline privately owned by Kingsland Holdings. Avianca El Salvador Airlines is also the flag carrier of El Salvador. The airline is based in San Salvador in El Salvador. It is one of the seven national airlines in the Avianca Group.

Avianca El Salvador Baggage Guidelines

Avianca El Salvador has a straightforward baggage policy just like other airlines that offers one or two checked baggage depending on the cabin of services offered. Customers can also purchase extra baggage at their own discretion through either online or at the airport counter. Avianca has introduced new fare classes that determine the Avianca baggage allowance for customers. 

  • Passengers travelling on Fares XS, S and M normally do not include any complimentary baggage allowance. 
  • Fares L, XL and XXL can enjoy complimentary baggage allowance that includes one or two free baggage allowance depending on the fare. 
  • All passengers travelling on Avianca El Salvador are allowed to carry personal baggage on board. 

Avianca Checked Baggage Allowance 

Avianca free baggage allowance also depends on the destinations as well as the fare class purchased. 

Free baggage allowance for flight to Peru

  • Fares L, XL and XXL are allowed to carry 2 pieces of baggage with a maximum combined Avianca baggage weight should be 70 lbs (32 kg) with a total dimension of 158 cm. 
  • Fares XS, S and M are allowed to carry 1 piece of baggage with a maximum combined weight of 23 (50lbs).

Free baggage Allowance on International flights to/from the USA, Mexico, Canada and Spain 

  • Passengers travelling in fares L, XL, and XXL are allowed to carry 2 pieces of  32 kg of baggage with maximum total dimensions 158 cm. 
  • Fares XS, S and M are allowed to carry 1 piece of 23 kg and total dimensions of 158 cm.   
  • Passengers can purchase excess baggage at the airport or through the website. 
  • In case if the baggage allowance exceeds the guidelines then passengers will have to pay Avianca Airlines baggage fee at the airport. 

Free baggage allowance on international flights to/from Latin America 

  • Passengers travelling on fare L, XL and XXL are allowed to carry 2 baggage of maximum total dimensions of 158 cm. 
  • Fares XS, S and M are allowed to carry 1 piece of 23 kg and total dimensions of 158 cm. 

Avianca Carry-on Baggage 

The airline allows passengers to carry one carry-on baggage and one personal item such as laptop bags, backpack, handbag and briefcase. 

The weight of baggage must not exceed more than 10 kg with maximum dimension of 55 x 35 x 25 cm. 

Avianca Infant baggage allowance 

Those who are carrying infants on board are eligible for extra Avianca baggage without any extra cost. The airline advises passengers with infants to inform the airlines at least 24 hours before the departure so that the airline can check the availability of service and arrange them for the convenience of the parents. 

  • The airline allows passengers to carry foldable baby strollers which will be kept by  the crew on board and will be given at the time of disembarkment. 
  • Passengers can also carry compact, collapsible strollers that can be considered as carry-on baggage if it does not exceed 55 x 35 x 25 cm and combined linear dimensions of 115 cm including wheels and handle. 
  • Packaged baby foods up to 2 years old are allowed on board. 

Avianca El Salvador Baggage Fee 

According to Avianca baggage policy, if your baggage exceeds your allowance in terms of pieces, size or weight, then passengers will have to pay extra baggage cost. The transportation of overweight and oversized and additional baggage is subject to space availability. 

  • As per baggage policy of Avinaca El Salvador, if the baggage exceeds more than 32 kg on flights to Europe then it will not be accepted on board. 
  • On other flights to international destinations, if the baggage exceeds more than 46 kg then it will not be eligible to check-in on the flight.  
  • The airline has full authority to refuse the baggage if it exceeds the dimension of 230cm. 

Overweight Baggage

  • On flights to Peru, a maximum permitted excess weight of the baggage is 45 kg. In case of overweight, passengers will have to pay Avinaca extra baggage fee of $2.25 USD per additional kilogram. 
  • On international flights, any baggage that exceeds 23 or 32 kg of baggage will be considered overweight. Passengers will have to pay $35 USD additional baggage fee based on each extra piece. 

On flights within Latin America 

Exceeding baggage Additional Cost 
32 to 45 kg $55 USD per piece 
45 to 60 kg $110 USD per piece 
60 to 75 kg $165 USD per piece 
75 to 90 kg $220 USD per piece 

Oversized Baggage Allowance 

  • For flights within Peru, any oversized baggage beyond the dimensions between 158 cm and 230 cm will incur $50 USD per bag. 
  • On international flights to/from USA, Canada and Mexico, the cost of Avianca extra baggage fee for any oversize baggage between 158 cm and 215 cm will cost $100 USD per bag. 
  • On international flights within Latin America, any oversized baggage whose dimensions are between 158 cm to 215 cm, a baggage fee of $100 USD will incur per bag.  

Avianca El Salvador Sport Equipment Allowance 

  • The airline offers complimentary sports allowance including gold equipment, fishing equipment, diving equipment, bicycles, archery gears, kite surfing, ski equipment on board. 
  • Passengers are allowed to carry above mentioned sports equipment only if the baggage is under the set rules of baggage allowance. 
  • Surf board, kitesurfing and hand gliders will incur additional fees on international flights as per Avianca baggage policy. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

  • Can I bring sport equipment on the Avianca El Salvador flight?

    As per Avianca El Salvador baggage policy, The airline offers complimentary sports allowance including gold equipment, fishing equipment, diving equipment, bicycles, archery gears, kite surfing, ski equipment on board as long as it meets the baggage allowance as per fare rules.

  • How much is extra baggage fee in Avianca El Savlador ?

    An additional baggage weighing less than or equal to 23 kg with dimension up to 150 cm will be charged at a rate of $40 per baggage.

  • What is the carry-on baggage allowance in Avianca El Salvador?

    The airline allows passengers to carry one carry-on baggage and one personal item such as laptop bags, backpack, handbag and briefcase.
    The weight of baggage must not exceed more than 10 kg with maximum dimension of 55 x 35 x 25 cm.

  • What is the overweight baggage fee in TACA Airlines?

    Overweight baggage fee depends on both class of service as well as destinations of the flight. On flights to Peru, a maximum permitted excess weight of the baggage is 45 kg. In case of overweight, passengers will have to pay $2.25 USD per additional kilogram.

  • Are there any prohibited items for checked baggage on Avianca El Salvador flight?

    Avianca El Salvador does not permit certain items such as explosive, flammable items, sharp items and ammunition are not allowed in any carry-on or checked bags.

  • What should I do if my luggage is damaged or delayed?

    In case of delayed and damaged luggage, the passengers must raise a complaint with the airline within 7 days of arriving at the destination airport.

  • Does Avianca Airlines offer infant baggage allowance?

    Yes, the airline does offer infant baggage allowance on board. As per Avianca El Salvador baggage policy, passengers can also carry compact, collapsible strollers that can be considered as carry-on baggage if it does not exceed 55 x 35 x 25 cm and combined linear dimensions of 115 cm including wheels and handle.

  • Can I carry checked baggage in XS fare on Avianca flight?

    As per Avianca baggage policy, XS fares are not allowed to carry any baggage except a personal item that includes a handbag or suitcase or laptop bag.

  • What are the fees for overweight and oversized baggage in Avianca El Salvador ?

    Fees for overweight and oversized baggage may depend on fares and destinations. However, one must check the up-to-date information at the airport.

  • What is the free baggage allowance for passengers travelling in Avianca El Salvador?

    Passengers travelling on fare L, XL and XXL are allowed to carry 2 baggage of maximum total dimensions of 158 cm. Fares XS, S and M are allowed to carry 1 piece of 23 kg and total dimensions of 158 cm.

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