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What tips do travelers have for managing luggage weight and paperwork when flying to Thailand?
Luggage weightAirline policiesTravel tipsVisa requirementsTraveling to ThailandPreparation for travelAirline check-in procedures
Dec 1, 2021
4 years ago
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTERHaving a coffee after just checking in, Birmingham UK, KLM/Air France were unbelievably strict regarding weight allowance with some pretty steep charges (mine was within allowances). Went through the paperwork several times and weren't that clued up on them altho they had a checklist to go through. Can only advise to be early, be prepared and be clued up ready to explain to whoever checks you in
TLDR : Answer Summary
Travelers flying to Thailand recommend arriving early and being well-prepared for check-in, as airlines like KLM and Air France can be strict about luggage weight allowances. It's advisable to have printed documents ready and to be familiar with both the airline's charges and local regulations in Thailand. Additionally, using a luggage scale can prevent excess baggage fees, which can be quite high. Experiences vary, with some airlines like Emirates being seen as more lenient, whereas others can impose steep extra charges.
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Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER15 minutes from plane to Taxi, flew through it. Very well organised
Daniel ********
I wonder what people put in their luggage when going to a country where you can basically wear just t-shirts and shorts all the time. My luggage usually ends up being 12-14kg and I end up not using half of it (the long pants, the pullover, and the running shoes...). You need more than 20kg? I'm curious to see your packing list!
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Neville *******
I fly with them on Monday what are you talking about allowence is 23k so if you go in at 25 26 how much you reckon
Steve ******
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fella infront of me was told £25 per kgSteve ******
ORIGINAL POSTERIf you book in advance its much cheaper, I've got nearly 60kg in total and cost £86 in extra fees booking couple days before
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Richard ********
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Chris *********************
Prone to flight cancelation and delays
Jo ****
Be clued up on airline charges Thailand end also. I paid 6,000 baht for having excess luggage and my mate paid 4000.
Nok air are charging 400 baht per kilo for excess luggage. Air Asia similar.
Nok air are charging 400 baht per kilo for excess luggage. Air Asia similar.
Jeffrey **********
Good tip don’t rely on your phone for all info make sure you print all documents as you’ll need them when you arrive 🇹🇭
Marc ***********
Cheers for the info... I fly with them too at the end of this month
Sonia *******
I got to BHX early for this very reason, they didn't open the checking till 35 mins before the flight so it was a run for security straight to the gate
Peter *******
Came through Manchester two weeks ago they were checking paperwork before reaching check in !!!!!!
Then it was all checked again at check in. 🤷🤷
Then it was all checked again at check in. 🤷🤷
Paul ********
Looking for extras all the time. I came in on Emirates and they were great. Only that was the 8th and they had not seen the QR for the Thailand pass until that day but all good
Keven ****
That's why buying a cheap luggage scale is a good idea. 😉 Saves you a bunch of cash.
Steve ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Keven ***
I've got one, had no issues myself. Always seems to be someone at check in that thinks the rules don't apply to them. Delays everyone else waiting to get throughReply to
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