Baggage Information

Guidelines for All Nesma Baggage Allowances & Limitations

Baggage Limitations, Promotions & Allowances

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Baggage Weight Limitations


We kindly remind our valued passengers to adhere to the weight limits set for checked baggage per piece. This regulation is in strict compliance with local occupational safety standards. Should your baggage exceed the specified weight limit, passengers are kindly requested to repack their belongings accordingly. Baggage exceeding the prescribed limit cannot be accepted and may need to be shipped separately as freight or cargo.

Special Promotions for Checked Baggage


From time to time, we offer special promotions that may include allowances for increased weight or number of checked bags per passenger. In such instances, the maximum baggage allowance will be clearly stated on the passenger's ticket, aligning with the terms of the specific promotion.

Carry-On Baggage Allowance


In consideration of safety and passenger comfort, each traveler is permitted to bring one carry-on bag weighing no more than 7kg and measuring no larger than 45 x 35 x 15 cm.


In addition to the main piece of hand luggage, passengers may also carry the following items free of charge:

  • One overcoat, wrap, or blanket.
  • One small lady's handbag, wrist bag, or bag with a shoulder strap.
  • One umbrella or walking stick.
  • One small camera and/or binoculars.
  • One infant's carrying basket or baby stroller, to be placed in the cargo compartment.
  • A reasonable amount of reading material for the duration of the flight.
  • Infant food for consumption during the flight.
  • For passengers with disabilities, one wheelchair (to be placed in the cargo compartment) or one pair of crutches.

Checked Baggage Allowance for Nesma Airlines


Checked Baggage Restrictions:

  • The maximum permitted dimensions for any single piece of checked baggage are 75 cm x 50 cm x 33 cm (Total of 158 cm).
  • No single item of checked baggage may exceed 32 kg. Any increase to the ticket baggage allowance is subject to additional fees.
  • Any checked baggage exceeding the maximum dimensions or weight will not be accepted for check-in.


Carry-on Baggage Restrictions:

  • Each passenger is permitted to bring one (1) piece of carry-on baggage.
  • The maximum permitted dimensions for a carry-on bag are 45 cm x 35 cm x 15 cm.
  • The carry-on bag must weigh no more than 7 kg.
  • Any carry-on baggage exceeding these specified dimensions or weight limits will not be accepted in the cabin and may need to be checked (subject to applicable fees).


Prohibited Items

For comprehensive information regarding items that are prohibited in both checked and carry-on baggage, please direct passengers to the relevant section on our official website: www.nesmaairlines.com/prohibited-items

Online Prepaid Baggage Fees for Nesma Airlines


From/To: Extra Weight Price

*  A surcharge of USD 1 is applied if the reservation is made from outside Egypt.

Egypt → Saudi Arabia EGP 70
Saudi Arabia → Egypt SAR 14
Kuwait → Egypt KWD 1.5
Egypt → Kuwait EGP 70
Egypt → Italy EGP 95
Italy → Egypt USD 6