Sporting equipment and musical instruments are accepted for carriage in the cargo hold on Norwegian flights in accordance with certain conditions. The applicable charges must be paid at the time of purchase. All passengers must bring their travel receipt showing proof of the baggage purchased to the airport on the day of travel. All baggage charges are non-refundable.
Read an overview of our optional services and charges.
NOTE: Reservations for oversized baggage cannot be made by email. All passengers travelling with oversized baggage must be checked-in at least one hour before departure.
Size and weight
We cannot accept individual baggage units that weigh more than 32 kg or less than 2kg. A total baggage allowance of 64 kg per person is permitted. The weight limit does not apply to electric wheelchairs, certain musical instruments or animals in the cargo hold. We accept baggage with a total circumference of 300cm where the maximum dimensions are: length 250cm, height 79cm, width 112cm. Musical instruments or sporting equipment smaller than 90cm x 75cm x 55cm and between 2-20 kg is permitted as normal checked baggage.
Packing oversized baggage
All oversized baggage must be packed in such a way that it can withstand normal baggage handling. This means that the item will withstand the impact of coming into contact with other luggage in the baggage system and when loading/unloading the aircraft. Norwegian is not responsible for any damage to special luggage caused by the negligence of the passenger.
We recommend all passengers pack their special baggage in a hard case to avoid any potential damage. Airshells offers the rental of protective packaging so that your goods are protected against damage that may occur during transport.
Bookings and conditions
The following special items are accepted for carriage on Norwegian flights upon payment of the applicable baggage charge. Specific restrictions and conditions regarding size and weight apply to each item. The information provided also indicates where you can make a booking (e.g. online, Contact Centre or airport). Items that can be booked online can also be added to an existing booking.
To add luggage to an existing booking, click here.
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Item
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Conditions
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Online
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Contact Centre
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Airport
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Golf and ski equipment/ snowboard
Max 20 kg
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Golf and ski/snowboard bags must only contain the relevant sporting equipment.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Bike not in hardshell suitcase
Max 25 kg
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Norwegian accepts a maximum of 4 bikes per flight when it is not packaged in a hardshell bike suitcase**. We recommend that you book your ticket and bike at the same time at least 48 hours before departure to ensure that we have capacity for the item onboard your flight.
For bikes that are not packed in a hardshell bike suitcase, the handles must be turned around, pedals must be taken off, other additional parts must be removed or covered and the tyres must be deflated.
Bike bags/boxes must only contain bicycle equipment.
** Flights departing from London-Gatwick (LGW) require that all bicycles are packed in a hard case/box, a bag is not acceptable. Bicycles that are not packaged in a hard case will be rejected. Norwegian does not have hard cases/boxes available for purchase at the airport.
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At least
48 hours before departure
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At least
48 hours before departure
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N/A
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Bike in hardshell suitcase
Max 25 kg
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The limitation to the number of bicycles that can be transported does not apply when packed in a hardshell bike suitcase.
Bike suitcases must only contain bicycle equipment.
For information concerning the carriage of baggage outside the airline’s conditions, special baggage for major sports events, etc. (applicable only in Norway), click here.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Fishing rods
Max 20 kg
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Fishing rods must be packed in suitable hard casing/tube.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Surfboard/ kite/windsurfing equipment
Max 25 kg
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A surfboard/kite/windsurfing bag must only contain the relevant sporting equipment.
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At least
48 hours before departure
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At least
48 hours before departure
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N/A
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Diving equipment
Max 25 kg
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One set of scuba diving equipment is defined as one scuba tank (empty), one scuba regulator, one tank harness, one tank pressure gauge, one mask, two fins, one snorkel, one knife, one spear gun and one safety vest.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Small musical instruments
Max 10kg
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Small musical instruments with maximum dimensions 55x40x23cm can be accepted as hand luggage.
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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Medium size musical instruments
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Musical instruments with maximum dimensions 90cm x 75cm x 55cm can be booked as regular checked baggage. Excess baggage will be charged for items over 20kg.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Large musical instruments
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Musical instruments larger than 90cm x 75cm x 55cm must be booked via our Contact Centre 48 hours before departure. The musical instruments charge will apply. Excess baggage will be charged for items over 20kg.
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N/A
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N/A
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Yes
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Cello in cabin
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If you wish to transport a cello in the cabin, you must book an extra seat for the cello via our Contact Centre. The fare available at the time of booking will be charged.
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N/A
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Yes
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N/A
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Double bass
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Norwegian accepts two double basses per flight. We recommend that you book your ticket and double bass at the same time at least 48 hours before departure via our Contact Centre to ensure that we have capacity for the item onboard your flight. The musical instrument charge will apply. Excess baggage will be charged if over 20kg.
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N/A
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At least
48 hours before departure
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N/A
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Weapons and ammunition
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Norwegian allows the carriage of sporting guns for hunting and competitions, but only on the condition that the bolt (or the stock in the case of rifles) are removed and carried separately from the gun itself. Up to five kilos of ammunition may be transported providing this is packed in the unopened, original packaging. Weapons may only be transported in checked baggage. You must advise check-in personnel if you are travelling with weapons and ammunition. Excess baggage will be charged if over 20kg.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Excess weight
Items over 20kg
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Excess baggage charges will apply to items of luggage over 20kg. You can purchase excess weight online after you have purchased regular checked baggage or at the airport on the day of travel.
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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For information concerning the carriage of baggage outside the airline’s conditions, oversized baggage for major sports events, etc. (applicable only in Norway), click here.
Dry ice
Dry ice may be transported in accordance with the following conditions:
- The package must not exceed 2.5 kg
- The package must have ventilation holes
- The package must be marked “dry ice”
Stroller and car seat
Strollers and car seats for children are carried as oversized baggage. One stroller and one car seat will be accepted free of charge for children under 12 years of age.
Wheelchairs and assistive devices
Wheelchairs and other assistive devices are carried as oversized baggage. For more information, read about passengers with special needs.