SriLankan Airlines Baggage Allowance

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Passengers travelling on SriLankan Airlines flights departing from Australian airports are required to comply with the baggage limits shown on their ticket, as allowances differ according to cabin class, fare type, and destination.

Carry-on Baggage

Passengers travelling in Economy Class may carry one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg. The maximum permitted dimensions are 56 cm × 36 cm × 23 cm, including wheels and handles.

Business Class passengers may bring two cabin bags with a combined maximum weight of 14 kg. Each individual item must remain within the airline's published size restrictions.

One additional personal item, including a handbag, laptop case, camera bag, or small backpack, may also be carried into the cabin if it fits beneath the seat in front.

Cabin baggage departing from Australian airports is subject to aviation security screening. Items exceeding permitted weight or size limits must be checked before boarding.

Checked Baggage

SriLankan Airlines applies either the weight concept or piece concept depending on the route and fare purchased. Services between Melbourne and Colombo normally operate under the piece concept.

Typical allowances include:

• Economy Class: 2 pieces, each up to 23 kg

• Business Class: 2 pieces, each up to 32 kg

Each checked bag must not exceed 158 cm in total linear dimensions. Individual baggage weighing more than 32 kg cannot be accepted and must be repacked before check-in.

Extra Baggage

Passengers departing from Australian airports may purchase additional baggage before departure through SriLankan Airlines booking management services, customer support, or airport ticket counters. Advance purchases are offered subject to route availability.

Charges apply for baggage exceeding the permitted number of pieces, weight allowance, or size limitations. Oversized sporting equipment, musical instruments, and other special baggage items may require advance notification and additional handling fees.

For further information on Baggage Policy, please contact SriLankan Airlines directly at 1 300 853 081 (Toll-free).



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