How much luggage can you take on a plane? A guide for Schiphol

2Hold baggage: weight and surcharges

Hold baggage is the suitcase that goes in the hold of the aircraft. With most low-cost carriers it is not included in the cheapest ticket. Here is an overview:

KLM:

• Economy Basic: no hold baggage included
• Economy Standard and Flex: 1 × 23 kg included
• Adding an extra suitcase: €45–€60 per item

Transavia:

• Included in the Plus (20 kg) and Max (30 kg) packages
• Other packages: add-on €25–€50, depending on when you book

easyJet:

• Not included as standard — add-on: €12–€48

Ryanair:

• Not included as standard — add-on: €11–€35 online, more expensive at check-in

TUI fly:

• Often included with package holidays — check your booking

Tip: always book hold baggage online in advance — this is significantly cheaper than adding it at check-in or at the gate.

3Special baggage: skis, pushchair, bicycle

Do you have unusual luggage? Below are the rules for the most common special items:

Pushchair:

• Almost always free to take
• Checked in, and returned to you at the gate or the baggage belt
• A foldable buggy can often come into the cabin as cabin baggage

Skis and snowboard:

• Charged as 'sports equipment'
• Cost: €20–€60 per set depending on the airline
• Ski set = skis + poles + boots in one bag

Bicycle:

• Possible with most airlines as sports equipment
• Cost: €40–€80 per bicycle
• Pack the bicycle well (box or bag)

Pets:

• Small pets (max. ± 8 kg including carrier): sometimes in the cabin
• Larger animals: always in the hold — check the rules for your destination

4Dangerous goods: what is not allowed in your suitcase?

In cabin baggage:

• No liquids over 100 ml (all together in one transparent bag, max. 1 litre)
• No knives or scissors with blades longer than 6 cm (measured from the pivot)
• One small lighter or matches only on your person, not in your bag
• No more than 2 power banks per person (since 27 March 2026); no charging on board

In hold baggage:

• No loose lithium batteries
• No power banks — these are only allowed in cabin baggage
• No lighters or matches
• No fireworks or explosives
• Aerosols up to 500 ml permitted

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are also only allowed in the cabin — never in hold baggage, because of the fire risk. The e-liquid falls under the 100 ml rule.

5Luggage and taxis: how much fits in a taxi?

Travelling to Schiphol with a lot of luggage? Tell us how many suitcases you are bringing when you book your taxi. As a rule of thumb for AMS Taxi Schiphol:

Car (1–4 people): room for 4–6 standard trolley suitcases

Minibus (5–8 people): room for 8–12 suitcases, large luggage compartment

Do you have skis, golf clubs or other special items? Mention this in your booking or call +31 85 400 5400. We will then find the most suitable vehicle.