Checked-baggage
Sports equipment on the long-haul network
Travel with your sport equipment on Air Austral long-haul flights.
Size
The sum of three dimensions (length, width, height) is no more than 300 cm.
Limitation
If you travel from Paris to the Indian Ocean, via Reunion Island, it is important to consult the following information.
On ATR 72 and Boeing 737, the length must not exceed 180 cm for any equipment and the total length+width+height does not exceed 300 cm.
Surf :
- On Boeing 777 : the length of your equipment does not exceed 180 cm - total length+width+height< 300CM
- On Boeing 737 : the length of your equipment does not exceed 180 cm - total length+width+height< 300CM
- On ATR 72 : the length of your equipment does not exceed 180 cm - total length+width+height< 300CM
Windsurf board :
- On Boeing 777 : the length of your equipment does not exceed 180 cm - total length+width+height< 300CM
- On Boeing 737 : the length of your equipment does not exceed 180 cm - total length+width+height< 300CM
- On ATR 72 : not allowed for travel
Transport regulation
The transport of any item presented below requires a preliminary agreement of the company.
To get the best quality of service, it is essential to indicate the transport of sports equipment with Air Austral commercials when booking your flight, at least 7 days prior to scheduled departure : 0825 013 012 (15 cts/min TTC)
| Equipment | Additional allowance or fee |
|---|---|
| Golf equipment | One bag per passenger. Free transport if the weight does not exceed 20 kg. Beyond, you will need to pay an extra fee per additional kilogram. The content will be verified at check-in. |
| Diving | Free transport if the weight does not exceed 20 kg. Beyond, you will need to pay an extra baggage fee per additional kilogram. A scuba certification will be required. |
| Windsurfer | Included in your free checked baggage allowance. Beyond this allowance, you will need to pay an extra fee per additional kilogram with a maximum fixed fee of 75€. |
| Surfboard | Included in your free checked baggage allowance. Beyond this allowance, you will need to pay an extra fee per additional kilogram with a maximum fixed fee of 60€. |
| Free flight (gliding...) | Free transport if the weight does not exceed 20 kg. Beyond, you will need to pay an extra baggage fee per additional kilogram. |
| Bicycle (adult) | Included in your free checked baggage allowance. Beyond this allowance, you will need to pay an extra fee per additional kilogram with a maximum fixed fee of 60€. |
| Bicycle (child) | Included in your free checked baggage allowance. Beyond this allowance, you will not need to pay extra baggage fee. |
Preparing your bicycle
Bikes must be packed in a protective bag or carton :
- Remove pedals
- Fix the handlebar sideways
- Deflate the tyres