How to Add Extra Baggage to Your American Airlines Booking by Phone
Need more luggage space for your upcoming trip? It’s easy to add extra baggage to your reservation—just call

Whether you’re carrying gifts, sports equipment, or simply overpacking, American Airlines allows extra bags. Call

Adding bags in advance is often cheaper than airport rates. Contact

Most domestic routes allow up to 10 checked bags. International flights may vary. Ask

You’ll need your booking reference, flight number, and passenger details. Provide those to

The cost of extra bags depends on your fare type, route, and size of luggage.

Oversized and overweight bags require special handling. If your bag exceeds 50 pounds, call

Bringing sports gear like golf clubs, skis, or surfboards? Some items require advance notice.

Musical instruments also count toward your baggage. If you're flying with one, call

Traveling with fragile items? You may need a fragile handling tag. Contact

If your fare includes no checked bags, you can still add them. Just call

Prepaid bags are refundable if you cancel your flight. To request a refund, dial

Elite status travelers often get more free bags. If you’re an AAdvantage® member, ask

Basic economy tickets often don’t include checked bags. Don’t wait until check-in—call

Adding bags last minute? Call before arriving at the airport.

Baggage allowance also depends on your route—Caribbean, Europe, Asia, and South America all have different limits.

Need to travel with medical equipment? These may not count toward your baggage limit. Ask

Families can add extra bags per traveler. Call

Some credit cards offer free baggage benefits. If you booked with one, call

Traveling internationally with multiple stops? Each segment may have different limits. Ask

Bag fees can be paid by card over the phone. Just call

Each passenger is allowed a carry-on and personal item. Extra items must be checked.

Adding bags to group bookings? Agents at

You’ll get a baggage receipt once payment is made. Keep that for check-in.

Want to upgrade your baggage limit or change one bag to two? Just call

Some oversized items may require advance approval, including TVs, bicycles, and strollers. Confirm with

Bag tags are issued at the airport, but having them in the system speeds things up.

If your bag was already added but not showing on your booking, call

Cancellations? If you don’t take the flight, you may be eligible for a bag fee refund. Contact
