Checked & Carry-on Baggage Allowance

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NEW BAGGAGE REGULATIONS
EFFECTIVE  SEPTEMBER 25, 2009
FOR TRAVEL ON/AFTER OCTOBER 14, 2009

• The carry-on piece must be able to fit under the passenger seat or in the overhead compartment.
• Bags exceeding 70lbs/32kgs and over 62ins in total dimensions must be shipped via cargo.
• Articles of baggage in excess of those allowed will be accepted for transportation only subject to the availability of space.
• Children for whom the fare is 50, 67, 75, 90% of adult fare, will be granted free baggage allowance on the same basis as a passenger paying the adult fare.

The following items are permitted in the cabin “free of charge” and are not included in the weight/size allowance of the 1 carry-on piece.

• Walking stick, cane or crutches.
• Collapsible umbrella-type child stroller.
• Handbag or pocketbook.
• Small camera or binoculars.
• Infant bag or carry baskets.
• Briefcase/Attaché case.
• Laptop computer with case.

All checked baggage must be within Air Jamaica’s guidelines of a maximum weight of 50 pounds and total maximum dimensions of 62 inches. Additional charges will apply for overweight and excess baggage.  The carry-on piece must be able to fit under the passenger seat or in the overhead compartment.  Bags exceeding 32kg. (70 lbs) and over 62 inches in total dimensions (L+W+H) must be shipped via cargo.  Articles of baggage in excess of those allowed will be accepted for transportation only subject to the availability of space.  Children for whom the fare is 75% or 90% of the adult fare, will be granted free baggage allowance on the same basis as a passenger paying the adult fare.  Hazardous articles such as acids, ammunition, inflammables & matches must not be carried in baggage.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

3-1-1 for Carry-on liquids
Hand luggage regulations for travel from London are now being controlled by the British Airports Authority (BAA).  Until hand baggage restrictions are lifted all passengers are required to conform to these regulations.  Full details are available on the BAA website.