Aer Lingus SCUBA Gear Fees

Aer Lingus will accept your diving equipment to be carried as checked luggage.

Diving equipment must be packed in a recognised diving kit bag, and mustn’t exceed the maximum dimensions and weight restrictions. [AMZ asins='B00NIYJF6U,B001PB6R4Q,B009F1924K,B00ZHPLCS2']

Cylinders aren’t permitted for carriage on our aircraft.

Pressure-sensitive devices may need special packaging. Please refer to the manufacturer for advice.

Please give sufficient time at check-in for security and handling procedures. You must arrive at check-in at least 90-minutes before your scheduled departure time.

The maximum weight allowable for sports equipment is 23kg/50lb. Normal excess baggage rates apply if you carry in excess to this maximum allowance.

For Aer Lingus flights operating to/from North America, sports equipment is carried as part of the standard baggage allowance. Excess baggage rates of €75/$100 apply if you carry in excess of the standard allowance. This fee is charged per passenger, each way.

For all other Aer Lingus flights, Sports Equipment is subject to a fee of €40 or equivalent payable online prior to departure; or a fee of €50 or equivalent payable through the Aer Lingus reservations centre or at the airport on the day of departure. This fee is charged per passenger, per direction.

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