Checked baggage

What happens if my baggage is overweight or exceeds the permitted dimensions?

If your baggage exceeds the allowed weight or dimensions, an additional charge will apply on top of the baggage fee already purchased. 

 Baggage is considered overweight or oversized when it exceeds:

  • Weight: 23 kg in Economy Class or 32 kg in Business Class 
  • Dimensions: 158 linear cm (height + length + width)

Please note:

Overweight baggage: 

  • On flights to and from Europe, the maximum allowed weight for overweight baggage is 32 kg. 
  • On all other routes, the limit is 45 kg. 
  • Overweight charges are applied according to weight ranges.

Oversized baggage:

Checked baggage dimensions must not exceed 230 linear cm. 

If your baggage exceeds these limits, we suggest transporting it through Avianca Cargo. 

Oversized or overweight baggage charges

Domestic flights
WithinOverweight 25–32 kgOverweight 33–45 kgOversized baggage
ColombiaCOP 150,000COP 200,000From COP 130,000
EcuadorUSD 55USD 65From USD 55
Flores – Guatemala CityUSD 55USD 65From USD 55


 

The fares listed in the table correspond to airport prices, including taxes, and are additional to the purchased baggage fee.  

International flights
RoutesOverweight 25–32 kgOverweight 33–45 kgOversized baggage
Between Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South AmericaUSD 150USD 200From USD 150
Between Central America and North AmericaUSD 160USD 200From USD 160
Between North America and South AmericaUSD 160USD 200From USD 160
To EuropeUSD 160Not allowed*From USD 160
From EuropeEUR 160Not allowed*From EUR 160
From the United KingdomGBP 120Not allowed*From GBP 160

The fares listed in the table correspond to airport prices, including taxes. These charges apply per piece and are calculated according to the route. Therefore, they may vary and are subject to availability. 

*On routes to and from Europe, the maximum allowed weight is 32 kg. Baggage exceeding this weight cannot be transported. 

Keep in mind
Transporting non-conventional baggage, including baggage oversized or overweight, is subject to the signature of the limited liability certificate issued by avianca, which you will find on the back of the baggage tag. It clarifies that avianca is not responsible for the condition of your baggage when transported in the hold.
Additional information

Additional baggage limits for selected routes

SeasonOriginDestinationRound tripAdditional baggage limit
Summer 2026
(Jun. 5 – Sep. 10, 2026)
CuencaQuitoYesUp to 2 checked bags
New YorkCuenca / Guayaquil
MiamiGuayaquil
New YorkPereira
ManaguaSan Salvador
Santa Cruz de la SierraBogotá
WashingtonSanta Cruz de la Sierra / Bogotá
New York / San Francisco / Los Angeles / OntarioSan Salvador
FIFA World Cup – 1
(June 13 – June 30, 2026)
New YorkBogotá / Cali / Guatemala City / Guayaquil / Medellín / Pereira / San Salvador / San Pedro Sula / Quito

NO

Applies to flights from North America to Central and South America.

 

MiamiBogotá / Barranquilla / Cali / Medellín / Managua / San Salvador / San José / Guayaquil
Fort LauderdaleMedellín / Bogotá
OrlandoBogotá / Medellín / San Salvador
DallasBogotá / San Salvador
HoustonSan Salvador
Boston / Mexico CitySan Salvador / Bogotá / Medellín / San José
FIFA World Cup – 2
(July 1 – July 26, 2026)
New YorkBogotá / Cali / Guatemala City / Guayaquil / Medellín / Pereira / San Salvador / San Pedro Sula / Quito

NO

Applies to flights from North America to Central and South America.

 

MiamiBogotá / Barranquilla / Cali / Medellín / Managua / San Salvador / San José / Guayaquil
Fort LauderdaleMedellín / Bogotá
Orlando / DallasBogotá / Medellín / San Salvador
HoustonSan Salvador
Winter 1
(Nov. 15 – Jan. 23, 2027)
CuencaQuitoYes
New YorkCuenca / Guayaquil
MiamiGuayaquil
New YorkPereira
ManaguaSan Salvador
Santa Cruz de la SierraBogotá
Los Angeles / OntarioSan Salvador
Winter 2
(Oct. 15, 2026 – Feb. 20, 2027)
New YorkSan SalvadorYes
San Francisco
Low seasonAll listed routes.YesYou may bring up to 6 checked bags.

Please note that, starting with the third bag, baggage will be subject to space availability (standby).

 

Keep in mind:

For the routes mentioned, each checked bag must weigh a maximum of 23 kg in Economy Class or 32 kg in Business Class, and must not exceed 158 linear cm. It is not possible to purchase services for excess weight or dimensions, so we recommend checking your baggage before your flight to avoid any issues.

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