The earlier version of this article followed Gulf Air's changing rules on cardboard boxes, including a period when a traveller could check only one box and no other bag. Gulf Air's baggage page now sets one clear set of rules for boxes, which this update summarises.
Boxes are accepted
Gulf Air says boxes, suitcases, briefcases, bags, cardboard boxes and pre-packed electrical goods (except televisions) can be carried, as long as they stay within the maximum sizes. Boxes may be wrapped in plastic film at the airport's wrapping facilities.
Maximum dimensions
| Item | Maximum |
|---|---|
| Bag | 76 x 51 x 31 cm |
| Cardboard box | 51 x 31 x 76 cm |
| Television | 50 inches |
Any single piece of baggage may weigh up to 32 kg and measure up to 158 cm (62 in) in total of its three sides. A bag heavier than 32 kg has to be repacked, except mobility aids. An oversize bag is charged extra.
Not accepted
- Irregularly shaped baggage
- Baggage wrapped in a blanket or fabric
- Baggage with no flat surface, such as ball-shaped items
- Matted, woven or plastic baggage
- Bags with long loose straps
Televisions
A pre-packed television up to 50 inches may travel as checked baggage. A larger set must go as cargo.
Number of bags and your allowance
- The allowance depends on your fare family, Falconflyer membership and destination. Gulf Air provides a baggage calculator for it.
- On routes counted by weight you can check up to five bags, provided the total stays within your allowance.
- Cabin baggage must also be weighed and tagged.
- On flights operated from the United States, economy passengers may check two pieces of up to 23 kg each, with the combined three-side measurements of both under 273 cm.
Some destinations can carry extra rules. Read the baggage page and the conditions for your route before you pack a box.
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