Malindo Air, now operating under the Batik Air brand, offers varying baggage allowances based on travel class, fare type, and route. Here's an updated overview of their baggage policies:
Carry-On Baggage
- Economy Class: One cabin bag up to 7 kg, plus one personal item (e.g., laptop bag or handbag).
- Business Class: Two cabin bags with a combined weight of up to 10 kg.
- Size Restrictions: Each cabin bag must not exceed 56 x 36 x 23 cm.
- Additional Items: Passengers may also carry one of the following: overcoat, laptop bag, infant amenities bag, small infant carrycot, walking stick, or crutches, provided the total weight remains within the permitted allowance.
Excess Baggage Fees
Excess baggage fees vary by route and departure city:
- From Kuala Lumpur (KUL): RM 48 per kg.
- From India: INR 1,500 per kg.
- From Australia: AUD 20 per kg.
- From Indonesia: IDR 100,000 per kg.
- From Thailand: THB 400 per kg.
- From Vietnam: USD 6 per kg.
- From Singapore: SGD 30 per kg.
Note: Purchasing additional baggage allowance less than 12 hours before departure may incur higher fee
Additional Notes
- Maximum Weight per Bag: No single checked bag should exceed 32 kg.
- Fare Upgrades: Upgrading to a higher fare class (e.g., from Super Saver to Flexi) can be more cost-effective than paying excess baggage fees.
- Smart Luggage: Cabin baggage with non-removable lithium batteries is prohibited. All transmitting functions (e.g., GPS, Bluetooth) must be switched off.
