Oversized baggage
Some checked items are assessed a special handling charge because of size, fragility or other handling requirements. Examples include:

• Bicycles
• Kennels (Currently embargoed)
• Surfboards
• Sailboards
• Scuba gear

There is a charge for checked items between 62 linear inches and 115 linear inches. We will not accept or check items in excess of 115 linear inches (length + width + height). No single dimension may be more than 62 inches.

Exceptionally bulky or fragile items will not be accepted as checked baggage, but may ride in a passenger seat in the cabin provided a ticket is purchased for the item and specific seating conditions have been met.

Contact United or your travel agent prior to your trip for details about any item that may be subject to a special handling charge. Acceptance, restrictions and charges will vary depending upon destination.

Overweight baggage
On domestic flights, United will consider a checked baggage item weighing more than 50 pounds as overweight. An excess weight charge will apply for baggage weighing over 50 pounds. International allowance, size and weight rules may vary by destination. Contact United or a travel agent prior to your trip for specific charges.

Excess baggage
If you check more baggage than the free baggage allowance permits, you will need to pay a charge that will vary by destination. Contact United or a travel agent prior to your trip for specific charges and restrictions.