Baggage
In the cabin or in the hold? Liquid or no liquid? Find out everything there is to know about your baggage.
▶️ Carry-on and checked baggage
Here's all you need to know to prepare your baggage and avoid unpleasant surprises at the airport.
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Checked baggage
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So that you can travel in complete serenity, we recommend that you take note of your baggage allowance (indicated on itinerary or e-ticket).
Checked baggage allowance for an adult or a child between the ages of 2 and 12:
☑️ The franchise may vary depending on your fare:
- BEE LIGHT and BEE LIGHT+ : No checked luggage
- BEE SMART: 1 piece of checked baggage of 23kg (50 lbs)
- BEE FLEX: 1 piece of checked baggage of 23kg (50 lbs)
- PREMIUM SMART: 2 pieces of checked baggage of 23kg (2*50 lbs) each
- PREMIUM FLEX: 2 pieces of checked baggage of 23kg (2*50 lbs) each
Maximum total dimensions of baggage (length + width + height) : 158 cm.
Maximum 3 pieces of 23 kg each per person are allowed on our flights.
If you carry extra weight in one (or more) bags, there is an extra charge for being overweight for each concerned bag
Checked baggage allowances for babies under the age of 2:
☑️ The franchise may vary depending on your fare:
- BEE LIGHT and BEE LIGHT¨+: No checked luggage
- BEE SMART and BEE FLEX: 1 piece of checked baggage of 10kg (22 lbs)
- PREMIUM SMART: 1 piece of checked baggage of 10kg (22 lbs)
- PREMIUM FLEX: 1 piece of checked baggage of 10kg (22 lbs)
Strollers and car seats must be checked in and protected by a plastic covering.
A tape measure, a scale: Check, it only takes 2 minutes!
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Responsibility for checked baggage
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The airline is legally responsible for all baggage once it is checked in and until the passenger picks up the baggage at the carousel at the airport of the final destination.
Before your departure, please check the list of prohibited items.
You are responsible for the contents of your luggage. It is strictly forbidden to carry luggage which does not belong to you or for you to accept luggage from any other person.
If you declare that you are no longer the owner of your baggage, the airline reserves the right to refuse to carry you(in accordance with the general conditions of transport and the conditions on your ticket) and to pursue a legal claim against you.
You could be asked to be present at the inspection of your luggage (whether delayed, checked in or not checked in) under request of customs or any other government authority.
The Transporter will not be held responsible for any damage or loss occasioned in these situations, notably if you refuse to be present at the inspection of your baggage.
The airline is not responsible for the following articles transported in checked baggage:
- Medication
- Jewelry
- Money (cash)
- Securities
- Business documents
- Identity documents (national identity cards, passports, driving licenses, family books)
- Checkbooks, credit cards, etc.
- Valuables (house or car keys, cameras, video cameras, laptops, cellular phones, hi-fi equipment, etc.)
- Fragile objects (vases, frames, bottles etc.)
- Perishables (foodstuffs, seafood products, flowers, plants, etc.)
- Specimens
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Oversize luggage
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If your checked baggage exceeds the maximum permitted dimensions and weight (L+W+H = 302 cm maximum and 23kg (50 lbs) in weight), you may check in an oversize bag of up to 32kg (70 lbs) in weight with total dimensions, including length, weight and height of 300cm maximum.
This option is not bookable in advance.
If you want to carry oversized baggage this will be measured at the airport and a fixed charge will be collected at the check-in desk.
Note that "oversize" does not mean "overweight". If the piece of luggage that you transport is more than 23 kg, an additional charge for extra weight will also be collected in addition to the oversize fixed-charge.
Price (the day of departure at the airport) : 125 € / 160 USD / 14920 XPF
If you would like to take a bag which exceeds the 32kg (70lbs) weight limit and with dimensions excededing 158cm (L+W+H), you will have to send it through Cargo here
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Carry-on baggage
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Carry-on baggage allowance for an adult or a child between the ages of 2 and 12:
✔️ Carry-On bag: Up to 12 kg
Each passenger is allowed one carry-on bag in all fare types, with a total combined weight (cabin bag + personal item) not exceeding 12 kg (26 lbs).
📏 Maximum dimensions:
- Length: 55 cm (21.6 in)
- Width: 40 cm (15.7 in)
- Height: 20 cm (7.8 in)
(The sum of all three dimensions must not exceed 115 cm/45.2 in.)
✔️ Personal item: Up to 4 kg
Your personal item is included in the 12 kg (26 lbs) carry-on weight allowance. It must fit under the seat in front of you.📏 Maximum dimensions:
- Length: 40 cm (15.7 in)
- Width: 30 cm (11.8 in)
- Height: 15 cm (5.9 in)
🎒 Examples of personal items: Handbag, laptop bag, camera bag...
Your carry-on bags remain under your responsibility. They must be stored in the overhead bins or under the seat in front of you, without blocking access to life vests. Under no circumstances can they be placed in front of emergency exits or aisles, as they could obstruct evacuation.
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Cabin luggage conditions
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Before your departure, please check the list of prohibited items.
Prohibited and regulated productsSince 06/11/06, the following items are prohibited (with the exception of items purchased in duty free): Liquids, aerosols, gels and pastes: mineral water, perfumes, drinks, lotions, creams, shower gels, shampoo, mascara, soup, syrups, toothpaste, liquid soap, deodorants. Please place all of your liquids in your checked baggage apart from those you absolutely need during the flight.
At airport security, place tubes and bottles of up to 100ml each in closed transparent plastic bags of approximately 20 cm by 20 cm in size.
Pour your favorite shower gel into a 100ml container so you can take it with you!
Authorized exceptions:
- Liquid medication (e.g., insulin or syrups) which must be presented to security officials with a certificate or a prescription in your name. There are no restrictions on medications in solid form (pills and gel caps).
- Liquid baby food. Remember to bring resealable containers. You could be asked to taste the baby food ! Yum !
Flights from/to The United StatesFor safety reasons, transportation of products in powder form (cosmetics, milk powder, protein powder, coffee, sugar, spices …) on flights to/from or with a landing planned in the United States is restricted to 12oz (350ml) per person in the aircraft cabin.
Exemptions made for : Medically prescribed powder-like substances, baby formula, human remains and powders purchased at duty-free shops (when sealed in a Secure Tamper Evident Bag).If you travel with powder like substances products that are more than 12oz (350 ml), we kindly request you to place the items in your checked bag for travel. When processing random carry on luggage controls at the gate, all substances that exceed the maximum authorized will be thrown away in its totality with no possibility to be placed on hold for transport.
▶️ Sports equipment : bikes and battery powered scooters
The acceptance of bikes and Electric bikes and battery powered scooters on French bee flights is subject to specific rules.
If the item is equipped with a battery, the battery power must be clearly identifiable by the check-in agent.
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Regular bike
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The bicycle needs to be packed in the following way before acceptance at check-in :
- The bicycle must be packaged in a bicycle box or bicycle bag, cellophane or other plastic film is not permitted.
- Only one bicycle per box/bag is allowed : 23kg maximum and dimensions : 90cm*75cm*55cm
- No other items can be carried in the bicycle box/bag (i.e. clothing)
- The handlebars must be flush with the frame
- Pedals must be removed or flush against the frame
- Deflating tires is a plus but not mandatory.
- The bike is not included in the baggage allowance.
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Electric bicycle
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The electrical bicycle are permitted under certain circumstance. Packing rules are the same as for regular bicycles but the following conditions must be observed when transporting the batteries:
If the battery can’t be removed : the transportation of eletrical bike is strictly forbidden.
Types & Packing rules for batteries :
- Lithium ion battery transport is strictly forbidden if battery power is ≥ 160 Wh.
- Between 100 Wh & 160 Wh : removed from device, packed individually on a rigid box, placed in the carry-on piece of baggage.
- A maximum of 2 batteries is allowed in the carry-on baggage and must not be packed together.
- In any case, batterie are forbidden in the hold piece of baggage.
- The electrical bicycle is not included in the baggage allowance.
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Battery powered scooters
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Battery powered scooters are accepted under the same conditions as electrical bicycles. If the battery can’t be removed : the transportation of battery powered scooter is strictly forbidden.
Types & Packing rules for batteries :
- Lithium ion battery transport is strictly forbidden if battery power is ≥ 160 Wh.
- Between 100 Wh & 160 Wh : removed from the scooter, packed individually on a rigid box, placed in the carry-on piece of baggage.
- A maximum of 2 batteries is allowed in the carry-on baggage and must not be packed together.
- In any case, batterie are forbidden in the hold piece of baggage.
- The battery powered scooter is not included in the baggage allowance.
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Standard sports equipment
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Standard sports equipment must weigh a maximum of 23kg, and must conform to the planned dimensions of 90cm x 75cm x 55cm (2.20m).
- Bicycle: conventional or electric - Electric scooter
- Golf equipment
- diving equipment (e.g., scuba diving)
- fishing equipment
- and ski equipment (downhill skiing, snowboarding, water skiing) 2 pieces allowed 23Kg in totalPlease note:
Transportation of your sports equipment is not included in your ticket price.
Sports equipment is not considered as standard baggage and is not included in the baggage allowance.
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Other sports equipment
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Other sports equipment must weigh a maximum of 32kg, and conform to the planned dimensions of 90cm x 75cm x 55cm (2.20m).
- Surfing equipment (Kitesurf, windsurf, surfboard)
Please note:
Transportation of your sports equipment is not included in the price of your ticket.
Sports equipment is not considered as standard baggage and is not included in the baggage allowance.
▶️ Sporting weapon
Sporting Weapons may be transported under the following conditions:
- The Weapon must be unloaded
- The Weapon and ammunition may be transported in the same baggage item, but must be packed in separate bags within that baggage item
- The Weapon and ammunition cannot be transported in a baggage item(s) containing other personal items
- Ammunition must be packed in a single container (fiberboard, wood or metal box) weighing up to 5 kg (including container) per passenger
- Cartridges must remain in their original packaging, and any empty spaces must be filled with stuffing material to avoid slippage during the flight
- Passenger must be in possession of licence, Weapon certificate and declaration form available below. These documents must be shown at check-in.
Sports Weapon Declaration Form :
Carriage of sport and hunting weapon declaration form
Carriage of sport and hunting weapon declaration form (.docx, 70ko)
▶️ Import of plants, plant products and fruits
The transport of plants in luggage is strictly regulated.
In order to be transported or sent to the European continental territory (including France), plants, fruits, vegetables and plant products transported in travelers' luggage and packages must meet certain conditions.
We recommend you to check the customs rules of your destination country before your departure.
