Baggage Allowance

Passenger baggage is and important component of a passenger's overall travel experience, and knowing that their baggage will arrive safely at their destination.  

The following topics are covered in this section: 

  • Standard Baggage Allowance
  • Special Baggage Policy
  • Carry-on Items
  • Carry-on Baggage

Standard Baggage Allowance

Restrictions apply to baggage on all airlines. If you have baggage that is in excess of the free allowance, you will be liable for charges. 

Any baggage exceeding 50 lbs in weight or 8 ft/96 in/244 cm cannot be accepted as checked baggage.  These items will need to be shipped as cargo and arrangements must be made in advance.

For the comfort and safety of all passengers it is necessary to limit the size and weight of your carry-on baggage.

Your free checked and carry-on baggage allowances on Inter Island Airways operated flights are detailed below. 

Be sure to label baggage inside and out, and with your name, address and contact number for your destination. Labels can be obtained from Inter Island Airways, your local travel agent or at check-in.  

Special Baggage Policy

The following policy applies to special items that may not conform to the maximum permitted size/dimensions:

ASSISTED DEVICES (Wheelchairs etc)
Allowed free of charge, IN ADDITION TO the free allowance. No limit in terms of number, weight or size.

SPECIAL ALLOWANCE FOR SURF**, GOLF & DIVING EQUIPMENT

One (1) bag allowed free of charge, IN ADDITION TO the published free allowance if;

  1. It is presented for carriage in a single appropriate & secure package
  2. It does not exceed 23kg maximum weight
  3. In all cases the second and any subsequent items of sporting equipment are subject to published Excess Baggage Charges (Extra Piece/Oversize and/or over weight as applicable)

** Surf board, paddle board and kite surf equipment.

Carry-on Items

Inter Island Airways operates both the Dornier 228 and Dornier 328 aircraft.  No "Carry On" bags are permitted on the Dornier 228, however each Passenger may bring a "Personal Item" in the cabin meeting the Max Size and Weight restrictions.  Standard Size Carry On Bags will be gate checked as a valet bag for Dornier 328 Flights. The baggage will be collected prior to boarding and made available for pickup plane side on debarkation.

For all other flights, in addition to the one (1) Personal item, each Passenger is permitted one (1) Carry On meeting the Max Size and Weight restrictions.

In addition to the one (1) Personal Item and one (1) Carry On (when permitted), each passenger may carry, within reason: a coat, an umbrella, reading material, food for immediate consumption, infant restraining device or passenger assist/comfort animals and devices.

All Carry On baggage must be retained in the passenger's custody and stored under a seat or in an overhead compartment approved for the carriage of such baggage. Carry On baggage which remains in the custody of the passenger is the sole responsibility of the passenger. Inter Island Airways will not accept claims for lost, forgotten, or stolen Carry On baggage.

Acceptance of Carry On baggage is subject to space availability on the aircraft at the time the passenger boards. If adequate space is not available, Inter Island Airways may require that the baggage be checked. 

Carry-on Baggage

In compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Authority Regulations, it is necessary to limit the size; weight and number of each customers carry-on baggage.

Passengers (except infants) on Inter Island Airways are allowed the following carry-on baggage: 

All Destinations

Piece Allowance Maximum Dimensions
Combined dimensions (length + width + height)


Weight Limitation (Maximum per piece)


Adult / Child (from 2 years old):  1 piece  
*plus Personal item = 45 in / 115 cm and no more than 11lbs


Infant (0-23 months old): not applicable


*In addition to your maximum allowance, you may carry one (1) additional personal item in the cabin (except infants): Handbag or pocket book, Small camera case or binoculars, Infant bag or baby food, Briefcase or laptop computer with case. (Additionally, assistive devices such as walking sticks, canes or crutches are also permitted to be carried, provided they can be safely stored onboard).

Checked Baggage

All Destinations

Allowance Maximum Dimensions
(length + width + height in total outside dimensions per piece)

Weight Limitation (Maximum per piece) 


Adult / Child (From 2 years old): 1 Free
62" / 158 cm's @44 lbs

Infant (0-23 months old): 1 Piece - 
folding stroller 62" / 22 lbs
  • Any piece that weighs over 50 lbs will not be accepted and must be shipped as Cargo 
  • A MAXIMUM total of 2 pieces per passenger allowed.
*** Government and labor regulations limit the maximum weight per piece to 70 pounds / 32 kilos for safety reasons.

The total outside measurement of each checked item must not exceed eighty (80) inches. The Maximum total number of checked items is two (2).  For Advanced Purchase of more than two (2)

Baggage allowance may be restricted due to lack of space on certain Inter Island Airways' aircraft.

If your baggage doesn’t arrive on-time or in the condition in which it was delivered, it is important you report your lost, missing or damaged property to Inter Island Airways before you leave the airport.  For complete information, please refer to Inter Island Airways’ Lost and Damaged Baggage and our Contract of Carriage.