Do you know how to check luggage? This process must be done whenever the passenger needs to carry other items, in addition to the hand bag. In this case, the airline charges an additional charge to check the luggage, which must respect the measurements and sizes specified
by each company. To let you know how to check luggage, check out our tips with everything you need to have a smooth trip, without headaches!
Why check the luggage?
After all, what is baggage dispatch? Checked baggage is a suitcase that exceeds the limits established by the airline for hand luggage - which is a maximum of 10 kg. Therefore, it must be carried in the cargo compartment. Therefore, an additional fee is charged for transporting the suitcase
. This is usually a good option for longer trips or those travelers who bring more items from the visited destination. On international trips, the ticket already includes the price of a baggage to check. In Brazil, one or more bags are charged separately
. What should you pack in your checked baggage?
Many wonder what you can carry in your checked baggage. In it, it is possible to carry clothes and other personal items, always avoiding valuables and personal documents, which must be packed in the hand bag. It is also possible to bring beauty and hygiene items, such as nail polishes, soaps
and deodorants. When checking the luggage, sharp, or flammable items are left out, such as: scissors, stilettos, insecticides, and others. In the case of some personal defense objects, such as firearms or martial arts instruments, for example, it is mandatory to inform that the checked suitcase has this type of accessory upon check-in
. Checked baggage weights and measures
One of the most important steps in how to check baggage is to know the weight and measurement stipulated by the airline to board. The maximum weight of a checked bag is 23 kg. If the items exceed this measure, you will be required to pay a fee for excess baggage
. Regarding the proportions, the checked bag must have the following measurements: 80 cm X 50 cm X 28 cm. This way, it can be carried perfectly in the aircraft's cargo compartment
. How much does it cost to check the suitcase
How much does it cost to check the luggage? The amount may vary depending on the airline and the type of flight chosen by the passenger. For domestic trips, the prices range from R$40 to R$220, on average, to check one or more bags
. As for international flights, the charge is generally made in dollars, with amounts ranging from U$20 to U$60. To save money with the process, the ideal is to purchase the service in advance, instead of at the airport, close to the departure time
. How to check baggage at the airport
To check your bags at the airport, simply check in and go to the airline counter to carry out the procedure. After that, you will receive a receipt with the data to collect your luggage on the treadmill at the end of the destination
. If you do not find the suitcase on site, it is important to immediately notify the company's employees to track the object. Check out the step by step on what to do in case of lost luggage in our other article on
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