Jetstar.com Kayak Fees and Policies

Jetstar may accept small kayaks within your baggage weight allowance, but you will be charged an Oversize Item fee of $25 AUD / NZD. Be sure to check that your kayak does not exceed the maximum length allowances, as follows:

Jetstar International Flights on Boeing 787: Maximum Length - 277cm
All Other Flights: Maximum Length - 230 cm [AMZ asins='B001F5AHKC,B013GMLBNS,B00NIYJF6U,B00WUIEK3I']

The maximum lengths for acceptable bulky items differ depending on the aircraft type. Please note, if your journey contains multiple flights with two or more aircraft types, the lesser of the limits applies.

If your kayak fits within the length limit, the easiest way to add it to your booking is to pay your "bulky item" fee by adding it to your booking ahead of time via the "Manage my Booking" option on the Jetstar website.

Your kayak will count toward your total baggage weight allowance, so be sure to check that your ticket includes enough weight allowance, or to purchase enough weight allowance, so that your kayak, paddle, and any suitcases you are bringing all together fit within your total checked baggage weight allowance - otherwise a steep per KG fee will be charged for excess weight.

When packing your kayak, keep in mind that no single checked item may weigh more than 32 kg, even if you have purchased a higher total weight allowance. If your kayak individually weighs more than 32 kg, you will not be able to fly with it, and you may have to send it as freight.

If you're travelling with bulky items, make sure you arrive at the airport when check in opens for your flight. All bulky items must be packed appropriately in accordance with the guidelines, before being presented at check-in.

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