SKY Express baggage allowance depends on your fare type. All passengers receive a free personal item (40×30×15 cm) and a cabin bag (8 kg for economy, 13 kg for BLISS class). Checked baggage starts from €16 online for domestic 15 kg bags, rising to €50 at the airport during high season.

SKY Express is one of Greece’s fastest-growing airlines, posting a 19.4% increase in passenger traffic and a 34.5% jump in revenue during Q1 2026 alone. With routes now spanning 27 destinations across Europe and the Middle East and new additions like Berlin, Madrid, Lisbon, Hamburg, and Lyon more travelers than ever are booking with SKY Express.

What Is the SKY Express Baggage Allowance in 2026?

SKY Express uses a fare-family system where your baggage allowance is strictly tied to the ticket class you purchase. Economy fares (SKY offer, SKY joy) include no free checked bag. Mid-tier fares include 15 kg or 23 kg. BLISS business class includes two bags of 32 kg each.

*SKY basic is available only on select Public Service Obligation (PSO) routes typically inter-island routes like Rhodes–Samos or Corfu–Preveza.

Key takeaway: If you book a SKY offer or SKY joy ticket without pre-purchasing a checked bag, you will pay extra and significantly more at the airport than online.

What Are the SKY Express Carry-On Baggage Rules?

Every SKY Express passenger, regardless of fare class, is entitled to two cabin items: one personal item and one cabin bag. Economy passengers have an 8 kg cabin bag limit; BLISS passengers carry up to 13 kg. Both items must comply with strict size limits or face gate-check fees.

Personal Item Rules

• Maximum dimensions: 40 × 30 × 15 cm
• Suitable items: Handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack
• Storage: Must fit under the seat in front of you

Cabin Bag (Hand Luggage) Rules

• Maximum dimensions: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
• Weight limit: 8 kg (economy) / 13 kg (BLISS)
• Storage: Overhead bin only

ATR aircraft warning: SKY Express operates smaller ATR turboprop aircraft on many Greek island routes. Overhead bin space on these planes is limited. Staff may ask to hold-check your cabin bag free of charge but remove valuables and medication before handing it over. Soft-sided bags are a smart choice for island-hopping itineraries.

What Are the Liquid Rules in SKY Express Cabin Bags?

Per EU aviation security regulations (which SKY Express fully complies with), liquids in carry-on bags must:

• Be in containers of 100 ml or less each
• Fit in one transparent, resealable plastic bag of no more than 1 litre
• Be presented separately at the security checkpoint

This applies to water, perfumes, gels, creams, and aerosols. Medications and baby milk are exempt with appropriate documentation.

What Are the SKY Express Baggage Fees in 2026?

SKY Express checked baggage fees vary by route type, season, and when you purchase. Buying online is always cheaper sometimes by 50% and the 15 kg option is not sold at the airport at all. High season runs April 1–October 31 and December 12–January 7.

Domestic Flight Fees (Within Greece)

International Flight Fees

Excess Weight Charges

If your checked bag exceeds your purchased allowance:

• Online: €5–€8 per kg
• At the airport: €7–€10 per kg

Real cost scenario: You’re flying Athens to Mykonos in August. You have a SKY joy ticket and a 20 kg bag. You forgot to add a bag online. At the airport, your only option is the 23 kg tier at €50. Had you added it online during booking, you would have paid €25 a €25 saving from one simple step.

Pro tip: You can add baggage via “Manage My Booking” on skyexpress.gr up to 3 hours before departure. Don’t wait until you reach the airport.

What Is the SKY Express Luggage Size Limit?

SKY Express luggage size limits are: personal item 40×30×15 cm, cabin bag 55×40×23 cm, and checked bags up to 32 kg per piece (BLISS class). Standard checked bags must not exceed the purchased weight tier. There is no published maximum linear dimension for standard checked bags.

For reference, a typical roller suitcase fits comfortably within the 23 kg checked baggage tier. The BLISS 32 kg allowance per bag is unusually generous compared to most European carriers.

What Is the SKY Express Policy for Sports Equipment and Musical Instruments?

SKY Express charges for sports equipment separately from your standard baggage allowance. Fees are based on item size, not weight. Musical instruments small enough to fit cabin bag dimensions may travel in the cabin free of charge as a replacement for your carry-on bag.

Sports Equipment Fees

Musical Instrument Rules

• Small instruments (fits within 55×40×23 cm): Free in cabin, replaces your cabin bag
• Medium instruments (e.g., cello): Book an extra seat via the SKY Express call center
• Large instruments (over 150 cm): Checked into the hold for a €40 fee

What Are the SKY Express Pet Travel Rules?

SKY Express allows dogs and cats to travel either in the cabin or in the aircraft hold. Cabin pets must weigh no more than 8 kg including the carrier. Hold transport is available on ATR fleets, with a maximum combined weight of 25 kg.

Trained guide dogs and certified companion animals travel free of charge in the cabin without a carrier. Advance notice and certification from an internationally recognized organization (such as the IGDF or ADI) are required.

What Are the SKY Express Rules for Infants and Strollers?

Infants (aged 0–2) and children (aged 2–12) are entitled to one folding stroller free of charge. It is checked in at the counter and typically returned at the aircraft door upon arrival a practical feature for families connecting through smaller Greek airports.

Mobility devices such as wheelchairs are handled separately and do not count against your standard baggage allowance. Requests for wheelchair assistance should be submitted at least 48 hours before departure, either during booking or via the call center.

What Items Are Restricted or Prohibited on SKY Express Flights?

Standard EU aviation security regulations apply across all SKY Express flights. The following are prohibited in cabin bags:

• Weapons, replica weapons, and sharp objects
• Explosive or flammable substances
• Liquids exceeding 100 ml per container
• Power banks above 160 Wh (in the hold); 100–160 Wh requires airline approval

Lithium batteries in laptops and personal electronics are permitted in the cabin but generally not in checked bags. Alcoholic beverages may be packed in checked baggage in containers not exceeding 5 L each, with a total net quantity of 5 L per person (covering beverages up to 70% alcohol content) good news if you’re bringing home Greek ouzo or local wine.

Smart Tips for Managing Your Baggage on SKY Express

• Weigh your bag at home before travel using a portable luggage scale (widely available for under €10). Airport scales can trigger unexpected excess weight charges.
• Buy baggage during booking not after. Prices increase as your flight date approaches.
• Choose soft-sided bags for island-hopping routes on ATR aircraft, where hold-checking of cabin bags is more likely.
• Separate valuables and medication from any bag that might be gate-checked on small aircraft.
• Check your fare confirmation carefully SKY basic is only available on specific PSO island routes, and its inclusion can be confused with SKY joy+ on other routes.

What’s New with SKY Express in 2026?

SKY Express launched its “Stress-free travel with SKY” campaign in 2026, committing to a fully transparent pricing model with no post-booking fuel surcharges. According to the company’s Q1 2026 results (published May 2026), SKY Express recorded a 34.5% increase in scheduled flights revenue and a 37.2% jump in international passenger numbers. New routes added for 2025/2026 include Berlin, Madrid, Lisbon, Hamburg, Lyon, Milan, Munich, and Sofia expanding the network significantly beyond its Greek domestic core.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SKY Express charge for carry-on bags?
No. All SKY Express fare types include one personal item (40×30×15 cm) and one cabin bag (55×40×23 cm, 8 kg) free of charge. Only the weight limit differs between economy (8 kg) and BLISS class (13 kg).

What happens if I arrive at the airport without a pre-purchased checked bag on a SKY offer ticket?
You will be required to purchase a 23 kg checked bag at the airport counter the 15 kg option is not sold at the airport. During high season on domestic routes, this costs €50, compared to €20–€25 if purchased online in advance.

Can I add extra baggage after booking with SKY Express?
Yes. You can add baggage through the “Manage My Booking” tool on skyexpress.gr up to 3 hours before departure. Prices increase closer to the flight date, so earlier is always cheaper.

Is the 15 kg bag option available at SKY Express check-in counters?
No. The 15 kg bag option is only sold online. If you arrive at the airport needing to check a bag and haven’t purchased one, you will be charged for the 23 kg tier the minimum option sold at the counter.

How much does SKY Express charge for excess baggage per kilogram?
Excess weight above your purchased allowance costs €5–€8 per kg online, or €7–€10 per kg at the airport. On a bag that’s 5 kg over your allowance, that’s up to €50 in airport excess charges alone.

Does SKY Express have a high season baggage pricing period?
Yes. SKY Express defines high season as April 1–October 31 and December 12–January 7. Checked baggage fees are higher during these periods, and popular island routes (Santorini, Mykonos, Zakynthos) may attract an additional surcharge on the 15 kg option, up to €30 online.

Can I bring a bicycle on SKY Express?
Yes. Bicycles are accepted as sports equipment and charged approximately €50 per flight, classified as medium-sized sports equipment (under 150 cm). This fee is separate from your standard checked baggage allowance.

What are SKY Express’s rules for taking ouzo or wine in checked baggage?
Alcoholic beverages of up to 70% alcohol content may be packed in checked baggage in receptacles not exceeding 5 L each. The total allowed per passenger is 5 L net quantity. Beverages over 70% alcohol are prohibited.

Does SKY Express allow pets on all its routes?
Pets in the cabin are generally available across routes, subject to booking and size limits. Hold transport (for pets up to 25 kg including carrier) is typically available on ATR aircraft routes only. Contact the SKY Express call center to confirm availability on your specific route before booking.

What should I do if my bag is gate-checked on an ATR flight?
Remove all valuables, medications, and electronics before handing over your bag. Gate-checked bags on ATR flights are typically carried free of charge and returned at the aircraft door or the baggage carousel. If your bag is lost or damaged, report it immediately to the SKY Express ground staff at the destination airport before leaving the baggage claim area.