01Special baggage

Special equipment is sports equipment, skiing equipment or any other special baggage that does not meet the requirements for check-in baggage (dimensions exceed 158 cm – height + length + width). Baggage classified as special equipment can be accepted as check-in baggage. Requirements stated below should be met:

  • If you wish to transport special equipment, you should inform your Tour operator or GetJet Airlines in advance, provide them with the exact measurements of your special baggage and receive approval for transportation.
  • Special baggage should be appropriately packed for transportation. GetJet Airlines may refuse to transport special equipment if it is not packed appropriately.

GetJet Airlines does not accept this sports equipment on board:

  • Kayak, canoe and oars/paddles
  • Hang-gliders
  • Spears
  • Pole vault poles

Types of special baggage

  • Skiing / snowboarding / water skiing equipment

    Description: 1 pair of snow skis, 1 pair of poles, 1 pair of shoes and 1 helmet OR
    1 snowboard, 1 pair of shoes and 1 helmet OR
    1 pair of standard water skis and 1 helmet OR
    A single water slalom ski, including a wake-board, and 1 helmet.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Single pair of equipment per 1 ski bag.
    Weight: up to 10 kg

    Special equipment is transported for a set fee only. If special equipment exceeds its weight allowance, it will be charged as an extra special equipment with corresponding charges for a special equipment.

    NOTE:
    Skiing shoes can be accepted as a part of special equipment (not exceeding total weight of 10 kg), as a part of check-in baggage (not exceeding total weight of 18 kg) or can be included in hand baggage allowance (not exceeding total weight of 5 kg). There is no need to order the transportation of special equipment, if only skiing shoes will be transported. Shoes can be packed separately not exceeding the total weight of baggage allowance.

  • Sun umbrella / walking sticks

    Description: 1 sun umbrella / 2 walking sticks.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Not required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.

  • Surfing equipment, kitesurfing equipment, SUP

    Description: 1 surfboard.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.
    Weight: up to 32 kg

    Description: 1 kite, 1 board, a control device and relevant equipment.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.
    Weight: up to 32 kg

    Description: 1 SUP, 1 pump, 1 paddle.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.
    Weight: up to 32 kg

  • Windsurfing equipment

    Description: 1 windsurfing board, 1 mast and 1 boom.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.
    Weight: up to 32 kg

  • Scuba diving equipment

    Description: 1 scuba tank (empty, switched off, energy source separately packed, removed battery protected against short-circuit), 1 pressure relief valve, 1 regulator, 1 BCD-jacket, 2 fins, 1 mask, 1 knife, 1 harpoon, 1 life-saving jacket.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately. Tank must be empty.
    Weight: up to 32 kg

  • Cycling

    Description: Single seat bicycle (touring or racing, without engine).
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Handlebars must be turned so that they are parallel with the frame, pedals must be removed, tires must be flat and the bicycle must be packed in a bag or a cardboard box.
    Weight: up to 20 kg

  • Golf equipment

    Description: 1 golf bag with 14 clubs, 12 golf balls and 1 pair of golf shoes.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed in a golf bag.
    Weight: up to 20 kg

  • Fishing equipment

    Description: 2 fishing-rods, 1 reel, 1 landing-net, 1 pair of fishing boots and 1 tackle box.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.
    Weight: up to 20 kg

  • Archery equipment

    Description: 1 bow and arrows.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Standard bow and arrow (archery) case.
    Weight: up to 20 kg

  • Wheelchairs

    Manual wheelchairs

    The wheelchair is carried in the aircraft cargo compartment at no extra charge.

    Passengers can use manual wheelchairs to get to / from the departure or arrival gates. If the passenger wishes to arrive at the departure gate himself / herself, the wheelchair will be marked as Checked Baggage at check-in and will be loaded onto the aircraft upon boarding.

    Passengers using manual wheelchairs may request the wheelchairs be delivered immediately upon landing. All other wheelchairs can be picked up at the airport arrival area (baggage pick-up area).

    Battery powered wheelchairs (dry or gel accumulator)

    Electric / battery powered wheelchairs are carried as checked baggage.

    During check-in, the dry battery must be disconnected, its terminals insulated to prevent accidental short circuiting, and securely attached to the wheelchair. Gel batteries do not need to be disconnected from the battery if the battery terminals are insulated to prevent accidental short circuits.

    Innovative wheelchairs with integrated dry batteries and covered battery terminals do not need to be disconnected if they have:

    – a master switch (with a manufacturer’s label stating that the battery is fully disconnected when the switch is activated) that must be turned off; or
    – a removable control unit which must be completely removed (it is not enough to remove the control unit key only).

    GetJet Airlines does not accept other types of wheelchairs in Checked Baggage.

  • Wheeled Sporting Item

    Description: 1 scooter, 1 skateboard, 1 pair of roller skates, 1 balance bicycle, 1 tricycle, etc.
    NOT ALLOWED as free check-in baggage.
    Approval in advance: Not required upon reservation.
    Packaging: Must be packed appropriately.
    Weight: up to 20 kg

Fees for excess baggage

  • Fees for ALL flights except to/from Tenerife, Dubai and Madeira

    – Excess weight on top of the allowed complimentary weight of checked baggage is charged for 6 EUR/kg.
    – Special baggage / sports equipment is charged for 50 EUR for every special baggage item buying at our online check-in platform and 60 EUR buying it at the airport.
    – Stroller for a child over 2 years old and wheeled sporting item (scooter, skateboard, roller skates, balance bicycle, tricycle, etc.) is charged for 25 EUR per item. It should not exceed 20 kg.
    – Transportation of a PET in cabin (dog or cat) is charged for 40 EUR. Regarding authorization please contact us by [email protected].

  • Fees for flights to/from Tenerife, Dubai and Madeira

    – Excess weight on top of the allowed complimentary weight of checked baggage is charged for 22 EUR/kg.
    – Special baggage / sports equipment cannot be bought at our check-in online platform for these flights. The price for special baggage buying it at the airport is 87 EUR for every special baggage item. However the authorization of the carriage of special equipment on these flights will be given only at the time of check-in. It might be refused due to weight limitations.
    – Stroller for a child over 2 years old is charged for 35 EUR per item. It should not exceed 20 kg.
    – Transportation of a PET in cabin (dog or cat) is NOT allowed on these flights.

  • Fees for flights to/from Mombasa

    – Excess weight on top of the allowed complimentary weight of checked baggage is charged for 6 EUR/kg.
    – Special baggage / sports equipment cannot be bought at our check-in online platform for these flights. The price for special baggage buying it at the airport is 60 EUR for every special baggage item. However the authorization of the carriage of special equipment on these flights will be given only at the time of check-in. It might be refused due to weight limitations.
    – Stroller for a child over 2 years old is charged for 25 EUR per item. It should not exceed 20 kg.
    – Transportation of a PET in cabin (dog or cat) is NOT allowed on this flight.