How to add baggage to Finnair reservation?

Adding a baggage seamlessly will surely make a trip joyful. On Finnair you may purchase a baggage online. But the flight must be marketed and operated by Finnair. You may add Finnair baggage at airport if any of the flight in your itinerary isn’t operated by Finnair. The actual process of adding a bag will depend on the airport you are arriving at. Because there is self bag drop service at selected airports.  The options you get on airports where Finnair operates include the below.

• Self-Bag Drop Service - This is an automated service where you can print your bag tag yourself. After this you may put the bag on conveyor belt.
• Bag Drop Desk - When the above-mentioned service is not available you may leave the bags at the bag drop desk.

Both self-bag drop and bag drop desk remain open till the check-in time closes. The service remains open at Helsinki airport for 24 hours. HolidayGlobes may be reached on +1-888-595-2181 for details. In this blog, you will find a detailed overview on how to add a bag on Finnair.

How Do I Add Checked Baggage to my Finnair Flight?

Up to 8 extra checked bags may be added online using Manage Booking tool on Finnair website or Finnair mobile app. You may add only standard bags weighing not over the baggage allowance of your fare class. You are not allowed to add Finnair baggage online if it is overweight or oversized bags online. Take a look at what is considered a standard bag.

• In Economy - Any baggage (including musical instrument, sports equipment or any other item) which weighs up to 23kg and measures 90cm x 75cm x 45cm.
• In Premium Economy - Bags or special baggage weighing up to 23kg and measures 90cm x 75cm x 45cm.
• In Business - Bags or special baggage weighing up to 32kg and measuring within 90cm x 75cm x 45cm.

Bag drop service opens 2 hours before departure. At Helsinki airport, this service remains operational 24 hours. Closure time of bag drop counter may be between 45 minutes and 1 hour before departure. You may contact HolidayGlobes or Finnair on +1-888-595-2181 or +1-800-102-1233 for details or assistance.

How much does an Extra Baggage Cost on Finnair?

Charges to be paid will vary depending on your route. Buying a bag close to departure will incur a bigger add Finnair baggage price. The cost to be paid for first bag is significantly less on all routes. Second and third bag will cost you up to $150. You may have to an additional charge for overweight and oversized bags. Prepaying for extra baggage will make you eligible for discounted price. Take a look at the table below to get clarity.

How can I prepay for baggage on Finnair International Flights?

It is recommended that purchase extra baggage on Finnair international flights through official website or mobile app. Charges you pay for checked baggage at airport are higher. The difference of prepaid and airport charges is up to $20. The charges to paid on flights to US, Canada or Mexico will depend on the type of ticket you purchase. The mode of pre-payment can be cash, credit card or Avios. You may use the website or mobile app to prepay Finnair add baggage price. Take a look at how much you may be asked to prepay.

• No charge for 1st bag - It is included for passengers of Business Flex, Business Classic, Business Saver, Premium Economy Flex, Premium Economy Classic.
• No charge for 2nd bag - For Business Class passengers.
• $90 for 1st bag - Holders of Business Light, Premium Economy Light & Economy Light tickets.
• $110 for 2nd bag - For Flex, Classic & Light ticket holders in Economy.
• $210 for 3rd and subsequent - For all ticket holders.

Economy Superlight ticket holders don’t have carry-on or checked bags in their baggage allowance. But they are allowed to purchase a carry-on if they need. For details or assistance you may contact Finnair or HolidayGlobes on +1-800-102-1233 or +1-888-595-2181.