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2025 Baggage Fees by Airline

Baggage Fees/Policies for Sporting Goods & eFoils by Airline

Are you able to fly? Should you even consider taking your kiteboard or eFoil? We've got the answers, updated based on guidelines from 2025.

What has been your experience flying with kite, wing, or foil gear? Let us know! We'd love to hear your thoughts as we update this page.

Kiteboard & Wing Baggage Fees

Accepts Kite/Wing Gear? Included in Fare? Fees ($USD) Policy Link
Aeroflot Yes Yes $0 Aeroflot Policy
Aeromexico Yes No $75 Aeromexico Policy
Air Canada Yes No See Policy Air Canada Policy
Air Europa Yes No See Policy Air Europa Policy
Air France Yes No See Policy Air France Policy
Air New Zealand Yes Depends Based on Size/Weight Air New Zealand Policy
Alaska Airlines Yes No $100+ Alaska Airlines Policy
Allegiant Air Yes No See Policy Allegiant Policy
American Airlines Yes No See Policy American Airlines Policy
AirDolomiti Yes No See Policy AirDolomiti Policy
Austrian Airlines Yes Yes See Policy Austrian Airlines Policy
Avianca Yes Yes See Policy Avianca Policy
AZUL Brazilian Airlines Yes No See Policy AZUL Brazilian Policy
British Airways Yes No See Policy British Airways Policy
Condor Yes No See Policy Condor Policy
Delta Airlines Yes No See Policy Delta Airlines Policy
Emirates Yes Depends Based on Size/Weight Emirates Policy
Eurowings Yes No See Policy Eurowings Policy
Frontier Airlines Yes No See Policy Frontier Airlines Policy
Gol Airlines Yes No See Policy Gol Airlines Policy
Hainan Airlines Yes No See Policy Hainan Policy
Hawaiian Airlines Yes Depends Based on Class Hawaiian Air Policy
Iberia Airlines Yes No See Policy Iberia Policy
Iceland Air Yes No See Policy Iceland Air Policy
JetBlue Yes No See Policy JetBlue Policy
KLM Yes No See Policy KLM Policy
Korean Air Yes Yes* Based on Size/Weight Korean Air Policy
Latam Airlines Yes No See Policy Latam Policy
LOT Airlines Yes Yes* See Policy LOT Airlines Policy
Lufthansa Yes Yes* See Policy Lufthansa Policy
Pegasus Airlines Yes No See Policy Pegasus Airlines Policy
Ryanair Yes Yes* See Policy Ryanair Policy
Southwest Yes Yes* See Policy Southwest Policy
Spirit Airlines Yes No $100* Spirit Airlines Policy
Tame EP Yes No See Policy Tame EP Policy
Turkish Airways Yes No See Policy Turkish Airways Policy
United Airlines Yes Yes* See Policy United Airlines Policy
Virgin Atlantic Yes Yes* See Policy Virgin Atlantic Policy
VivaAerobus Yes Yes* See Policy VivaAerobus Policy
Vueling Yes No See Policy Vueling Policy
Westjet Yes No See Policy Westjet Policy

Traveling With an eFoil

According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), "passengers with airline approval, passengers may carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101-160Wh)."

According to the FAA, batteries must also be protected and must not be damaged or recalled. Here is a downloadable version of the page for easy reference: FAA PackSafe Guidelines for Lithium Ion Batteries

As riders are expressing their want to travel with an eFoil, brands are starting to listen. For example, Foil Drive has the MAX Travel Battery, which lets you carry two components and still be compliant, as the Gen2 batteries are 129Wh combined and ~97Wh individually. We suggest you reach outto your airline to confirm if they approve your battery and its storage requirements.

Common Travel FAQs

What do I need to consider when traveling with kite or wing gear?

First things first, you'll want to invest in a scale, especially if you're bringing multiple options. Airlines may tack on hefty fees depending on their policy, so having a luggage scale is an essential.

Also, consider where you're going. Do you need a wetsuit? What about that lightwind kite that takes up too much space? If you're unsure, try to reach out to the local kite shop!

We also recommend you travel with your gear in a golf-style bag. You'll be able to pack your equipment in a semi-discrete way.

How do I pack my hydrofoil?

Even though it's a little older, this article written by Tucker gives some awesome insight into packing your hydrofoil gear. In short, don't just throw your parts into the bag and have the right sized gear bag!

What else am I missing?

When it comes to packing down kites and wings, we recommend using compression bags. They're lightweight, often available in multiple sets, and are able to maximize your space.

Also keep in mind to pack the following:

  • Pump
  • Repair kit with tools
  • Sunscreen
  • First aid kit
  • Appropriate waterwear
  • Optional: Impact vest
  • Optional: Helmet

Finally, if you're worried about the possibility of fees, see if your destination's kite shop offers rentals. You just might save some time, money, and stress!