Slightly oversize luggage …. will it be accepted?

[Aerotec]

Hi all,

I’m over in Barcelona at Xmas and I’m wanting to bring home a box that is 98x38x33cm and BA states max checked luggage size is 90x75x43cm.

Are check in staff relaxed about it being slightly over? Or will they want to grab a ruler and measure it up?

Thanks! Richard

[NorthernLass]

I’ve found this on ba.com.

***The maximum dimensions for an oversize bag in the hold are 190 x 75 x 65cm.

Bags larger than the standard size but within these maximum dimensions are known as out-of-gauge bags. They’re accepted as part of your checked baggage allowance but must be checked in at the out-of-gauge bag drop at least 90 minutes before your flight to ensure they travel with you.

You don’t need to let us know in advance that you’re bringing a larger bag or item, but you must get to the airport early to check it in***

That said, I’ve never seen check in bags be measured and 8 cm isn’t massive so you may be ok at the normal bag drop. But either way it doesn’t look like it’ll be a problem.

[Aerotec]

Ah that’s just what I needed to know!

Thanks so much!

Richard