Published 23 June 2026 | Updated 13 October 2026 by Kate Acaster
TUI excess baggage costs £15 per kg on short and mid-haul flights (under seven hours), rising to £20 per kg on long-haul routes (over seven hours). You pay these charges at the airport if you turn up with more than your allowance. Buying extra luggage allowance in advance through your TUI booking costs less and removes the stress of a check-in queue surprise.
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What counts as excess baggage on TUI
TUI package holidays include a standard checked baggage allowance, usually 20kg per person. Flight-only bookings include hand luggage only, and a hold bag costs £60 for 15kg on short-haul routes, or £80 to Cape Verde, Egypt, Gambia, Senegal and long-haul destinations. If your bag exceeds that allowance in weight, or if you want to bring an additional bag, TUI classes the extra weight or bag as excess baggage. The excess charge applies to the weight over your included allowance. So if your booking includes 20 kg and your bag weighs 24 kg, you’re paying for 4 kg of excess, which is £60 on a short or mid-haul flight. TUI also sets a maximum bag weight of 25 kg per bag. No individual bag may exceed this, regardless of how much extra allowance you have purchased.
- Check your booking confirmation or the TUI luggage information page for the exact allowance included in your holiday.
- If you’re unsure what is included, see our guide to the TUI baggage allowance.
TUI excess baggage charges at the airport
These are the rates TUI applies at the check-in desk if you haven’t purchased extra luggage in advance.
| Route type | Airport excess charge |
|---|---|
| Short haul | £15 per kg |
| Mid haul | £15 per kg |
| Long haul | £20 per kg |
We checked these rates on TUI’s luggage page in October 2026. TUI says charges may vary depending on the season you travel. Rates can change, so it’s worth confirming the current charge in your TUI booking before you travel. Use the search tool below to find TUI flights and holidays from UK airports.
How to add extra luggage before you fly
Adding extra luggage through your TUI booking in advance is cheaper than paying airport rates. Log in to Manage My Booking on the TUI website, find the luggage section, and select the additional weight you need. Flight-only customers use TUI’s Flight Extras site instead. Add luggage before you check in online. Once you have checked in, you can’t change your allowance online and need to call TUI on 0203 451 2688. Changes made at the airport are processed at the higher airport rate. If you’re travelling with others on the same booking, TUI allows baggage pooling, so you can share the total allowance across your group.
- For advice on timing your check-in and what to expect on departure day, see our guide to when TUI check-in opens.
- For a full overview of what flying with TUI involves, our guide to flying with TUI covers everything from seat selection to arrival times.
How to avoid TUI excess baggage fees
The simplest way to avoid excess baggage fees is to weigh your bag at home before you travel. A luggage scale costs around £5 to £15 and tells you exactly what you are carrying before you reach the airport. If you’re over, you have time to shift items into hand luggage or buy additional allowance online at the advance rate.
- TUI includes a generous hand luggage allowance on most holidays, so moving lighter items into your cabin bag is often enough to bring a checked bag within its limit. Check the current rules in our TUI hand luggage guide before you pack, or see our best carry-on bag for TUI guide if you need a cabin bag that makes the most of the 55x40x20cm allowance. For how TUI’s hand luggage allowance compares with other UK airlines, see our hand luggage size comparison.
- If you’re travelling as a group on one booking, pool your allowances. One passenger carrying 17 kg and another carrying 23 kg costs nothing extra if your combined allowance covers both. For passengers considering an upgrade with extra inclusions, our TUI seat selection guide covers which premium categories include additional luggage.
Long-haul TUI flights, those over seven hours such as Thailand and the Caribbean, carry the higher excess baggage charge of £20 per kg. Pre-purchasing luggage allowance is especially important on these routes, where the gap between the advance rate and the airport rate adds up quickly on heavier bags.
Frequently asked questions
What is TUI excess baggage charge per kg?
TUI charges £15 per kg for excess baggage on short and mid-haul flights. On long-haul routes the charge rises to £20 per kg.
What is the maximum weight allowed per bag on TUI?
The maximum weight TUI allows for a single checked bag is 25 kg. No individual bag can exceed this, regardless of how much extra allowance you have purchased.
Can I add extra luggage before I fly with TUI?
Yes. TUI lets you add extra luggage allowance through Manage My Booking on tui.co.uk. Buying in advance is cheaper than paying at the airport.
Does TUI include hold luggage in package holidays?
Most TUI package holidays include 20kg of hold luggage per person as standard, and some, such as TUI BLUE and Sensatori, include 25kg. Check your booking confirmation to see the exact allowance included in your specific holiday.
Can I pool my luggage allowance with other passengers on TUI?
Yes, TUI allows passengers travelling on the same booking to pool their baggage allowance. One person can carry more if another carries less.
When is the latest I can add extra luggage to my TUI booking?
Add extra luggage before you check in online. After online check-in, you need to call TUI on 0203 451 2688. Changes made at the airport on the day of travel are charged at the higher airport excess rate.
Kate Acaster is Chief Editor at Flight Tribe. She writes about practical travel planning, budget airlines, baggage rules, city breaks, beach holidays and good hotels that do not cost daft money.
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