How strict are carry-on baggage weight checks on flights from Istanbul, and does paying for 5–15–30 kg include an extra checked bag?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 16 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers report that airline staff departing from Istanbul often focus more on carry-on size than a 3 kg weight limit. Buying an extra 5 kg may not automatically include a separate checked bag, so check the fare rules carefully for 15–30 kg options.
What the community said
When adding baggage, check the service type, not just the weight: a 5 kg add-on may not mean you get a separate checked bag. If you have a lot to carry, review the 15 kg and 30 kg options before paying.
16 days ago 5 kg / 15 kg / 30 kg
Compared with a 5 kg add-on, the extra cost for 15 kg is reported to be not dramatically higher. If a 30 kg option is available, it makes sense to ask whether it can be split across multiple bags.
16 days ago 15 kg / 30 kg
According to traveler experience, the 3 kg carry-on limit may exist on paper, but staff at check-in or boarding often focus mainly on the bag’s dimensions. If the bag fits the allowed size, the weight is not always checked.
16 days ago 3 kg