CemAir Baggage Allowance 2026: Included Bags, Excess Fees and Sports Equipment
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CemAir baggage at a glance
- Checked bag included: 21 kg on all domestic routes and 30 kg on regional routes.
- Cabin bag: 7 kg (56 × 36 × 23 cm, including handles and wheels) plus one small handbag or slim laptop bag.
- Excess baggage: R60 per kg on domestic flights, carried on a standby basis (only if there is space).
- Sports equipment: R250 handling fee per flight, up to 15 kg per item, arranged in advance.
- Infants: an extra 10 kg allowance (prams and car seats are charged at the excess rate).
CemAir baggage allowance
| Item | Domestic | Regional |
|---|---|---|
| Checked baggage | 21 kg | 30 kg |
| Cabin bag | 7 kg | 7 kg |
| Infant extra | 10 kg | 10 kg |
| Maximum single piece | 32 kg | 32 kg |
Excess baggage
CemAir charges R60 per kilogram for excess on domestic flights. Excess baggage travels standby: it is only loaded once the flight closes and the captain approves, so it can be left behind on a full flight. To guarantee extra luggage, CemAir lets you book an extra seat, which comes with an additional 80 kg allowance, through its reservations office.
Why CemAir can be good value
CemAir includes 21 kg on every domestic ticket and flies routes the low-cost airlines don't, such as Margate, and non-stop Durban–George. On our live check for 28 October 2026 CemAir operated the only non-stop flight between Durban and George (R3,759 with the bag included) and every Johannesburg–Margate flight in our results (from R2,189).
See CemAir routes and live fares and CemAir check-in times. CemAir counters close 45 minutes before domestic departures.
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Source: CemAir travel information: baggage, checked 9 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CemAir baggage allowance?
21 kg of checked baggage on domestic routes and 30 kg on regional routes, plus a 7 kg cabin bag and a small personal bag.
How much is excess baggage on CemAir?
R60 per kilogram on domestic flights. Excess baggage is carried on a standby basis, subject to space.
Can I take sports equipment on CemAir?
Yes, with a R250 handling fee per flight, up to 15 kg per item, arranged in advance with CemAir reservations.