Tarom Baggage Policy 2026: Carry-On and Checked Bags 

Tarom’s baggage policy varies by fare type. Economy LIGHT tickets include no checked baggage. Economy SAVER includes 1 piece up to 23 kg. Standard Economy includes 2 pieces up to 23 kg each. Business Class gets up to 2 pieces at 32 kg each. Carry-on is capped at 8 kg total across all fare types.

Flying TAROM without knowing the baggage rules first is a costly mistake. The Romanian national carrier a SkyTeam member operating out of Bucharest’s Henri Coandă International Airport structures its baggage policy around fare types, route zones, and aircraft types. Each variable changes what you’re allowed to bring, and what you’ll pay if you go over.

What Is the Tarom Baggage Allowance by Fare Type?

TAROM’s checked baggage allowance depends entirely on which fare type you purchased. The LIGHT fare includes zero checked luggage a common trap for bargain hunters. All other fares include at least one standard piece.

Important exception: On flights between Amman, Beirut, or Cairo and Europe (applicable from July 1, 2024), the same fare-tier rules apply but Economy Standard passengers receive 2 pieces at 23 kg each, while LIGHT fares still include nothing.

SkyTeam Elite and Elite Plus members receive one additional standard piece on top of their base allowance, regardless of cabin class.

Fractions rule: TAROM disregards the fraction between 23 and 24 kg. A bag weighing exactly 23.9 kg is still treated as within the 23 kg limit. However, a bag at exactly 24.0 kg triggers overweight charges.

What Are Tarom’s Carry-On Baggage Rules?

TAROM allows each passenger one cabin bag and one personal item (such as a purse or briefcase), with the combined weight of both capped at 8 kg. The dimensions allowed differ based on the aircraft you’re flying.

This is a content gap that most competitor guides skip: ATR 72 aircraft have significantly smaller overhead bin limits. If you’re flying a regional TAROM route on an ATR 72 and you pack a standard cabin bag sized for a Boeing, it will not be accepted in the cabin. Always check which aircraft operates your specific flight.

TAROM is known for enforcing carry-on rules strictly at the gate. If your bag exceeds the limit, it will be checked at the aircraft door and may incur standard excess baggage fees.

What Are Tarom’s Checked Baggage Fees?

TAROM charges excess baggage fees using a per-piece zone system denominated in euros. Three zones apply based on route:

• Zone 1: Domestic Romania routes
• Zone 2: Intra-Europe and Romania–Middle East routes
• Zone 3: All other worldwide routes

Tarom Extra Baggage Cost Table

Charges are cumulative. If a single bag is both overweight and oversized, both surcharges apply simultaneously.

How Can You Add Baggage to a Tarom Flight for Less?

TAROM offers a discount of up to 33% for passengers who pre-purchase additional checked baggage at least 48 hours before departure. This is one of the most practical money-saving levers available and one that many travelers overlook.

You can add baggage through:

• The TAROM website (via “My Booking”)
• The TAROM Call Center
• Any TAROM domestic or international agency
• A partner travel agency

Real-world cost scenario: A passenger flying from Bucharest to London (Zone 2) needs an extra bag. Purchasing at the airport costs €75. Pre-purchasing 48 hours ahead costs €55 a saving of €20 per direction, or €40 on a return trip.

The advance purchase discount rates by zone are:

• Zone 1: 33% discount
• Zone 2: 27% discount
• Zone 3: 28% discount

What Are Tarom’s Baggage Rules for Saver Economy Tickets?

Economy SAVER passengers receive exactly 1 piece of checked baggage up to 23 kg. The SAVER fare sits one tier above LIGHT, which includes no checked baggage at all. The standard Economy fare (excluding SAVER and LIGHT) includes 2 pieces.

If a SAVER passenger wants a second bag, it’s treated as a 1st additional piece charged at €60 (Zone 1), €75 (Zone 2), or €145 (Zone 3) at the airport. Pre-purchasing 48 hours in advance brings those figures down to €40, €55, and €105 respectively.

Key mistake to avoid: Booking a SAVER fare assuming it includes two bags it doesn’t. Always confirm the number of included bags at the time of booking.

What Baggage Rules Apply to Families and Groups?

This is an edge case almost no competitor blog covers. TAROM allows family or group passengers traveling on the same booking, to the same destination, on the same flight to combine their individual free baggage allowances. This means a family of four Economy Standard passengers can pool 8 checked pieces between them at the check-in counter.

Additionally, aircraft-specific limits apply:

• ATR 72 aircraft: Maximum of 3 checked pieces per passenger
• Boeing 737 aircraft: Maximum of 10 checked pieces per passenger

What Are Tarom’s Rules for Sports Equipment and Special Items?

Sports equipment weighing up to 23 kg with combined dimensions up to 158 cm (e.g., tennis rackets, hockey sticks, darts equipment) is treated as a standard piece of baggage. If your free allowance is already used up, the standard excess piece rate applies.

Sports equipment that falls outside these dimensions or weight limits is charged under TAROM’s Special Baggage fees a separate category that requires prior arrangement with the carrier.

Infants not occupying a seat receive:

• 1 piece up to 10 kg (max 115 cm total dimensions)
• Plus one collapsible stroller

Any baggage exceeding the infant allowance is charged against the accompanying adult’s allowance.

Can You Fly Pets on Tarom, and What Are the Carrier Rules?

Small dogs and cats may fly in the cabin on TAROM, provided the pet plus carrier combined does not exceed 8 kg. The pet must be at least 12 weeks old, healthy, and not sedated or pregnant. Cabin carrier dimensions must not exceed 42 × 26 × 20 cm.

Larger pets can travel as checked baggage (max combined weight: 75 kg / 165 lbs) or as air cargo. Reservations must be made in advance by contacting TAROM at rezervari@tarom.ro or +40 371 529 000.

TAROM bans the following brachycephalic dog breeds from travel (as checked baggage or cargo): Bulldog, French Bulldog, Pug, Boxer, Boston Terrier, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Mastiff (all breeds), Pekingese, and others. Banned cat breeds include Burmese, Himalayan, and Persian.

Temperature restrictions also apply: pets are not accepted as checked baggage or cargo when temperatures exceed 29.4°C (85°F) or fall below 7.2°C (45°F) at any point on the itinerary.

What Happens on Code-Share Tarom Flights?

TAROM’s baggage rules apply only to flights operated by TAROM on its own aircraft. On code-share routes operated by partner carriers, the operating airline’s rules take precedence. Always verify the operating carrier not just the booking carrier before assuming TAROM’s policy applies.

On connecting itineraries that include both TAROM and partner carriers, TAROM’s rules govern the sectors where baggage is first checked in. Partner carriers may apply their own charges on subsequent legs.

Pack Smart: How to Avoid Tarom Baggage Fees

• Check your fare type before booking. LIGHT fares include no checked bags. The price difference between LIGHT and SAVER may be smaller than the bag fee.
• Pre-purchase extra baggage at least 48 hours ahead. Savings range from 27–33% depending on your route zone.
• Weigh your bags before you leave home. The 24 kg threshold triggers overweight fees, not 23 kg (due to the fractions rule).
• Know your aircraft. ATR 72 carry-on limits are dramatically smaller than Boeing limits. A bag that fits on a Boeing may not be permitted in the ATR 72 cabin.
• Pool baggage with travel companions. Families on the same booking can combine allowances.
• Book sports equipment in advance. Pre-arranging oversized or special items avoids gate surprises.

What Happens When Bags Don’t Make Your Flight?

TAROM operates within the SkyTeam alliance framework for delayed or damaged baggage claims. If your checked bag does not arrive at your destination, report it immediately at the TAROM baggage service desk before leaving the airport. Keep your baggage claim tag it’s required for any delayed, damaged, or missing baggage claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Tarom’s Economy LIGHT fare include any checked baggage?
No. The Economy LIGHT fare includes zero checked baggage. You must purchase checked baggage separately. All other economy fares SAVER and above include at least one piece.

What is the maximum weight for a Tarom checked bag in Economy?
The maximum weight per standard checked piece in Economy is 23 kg. Bags between 23 kg and 32 kg are subject to overweight fees (€50–€200 depending on route zone). Bags over 32 kg must be shipped as cargo.

How much does it cost to add a bag to a Tarom flight?
The first additional Economy bag costs €60 (Zone 1), €75 (Zone 2), or €145 (Zone 3) at the airport. Pre-purchasing at least 48 hours before departure reduces these fees to €40, €55, and €105 respectively.

Can I carry a 55 x 40 x 20 cm bag onto all Tarom flights?
Only on Boeing 737 aircraft. On ATR 72 aircraft, the cabin bag limit is 35 × 30 × 20 cm. Bringing an oversized carry-on onto an ATR 72 route risks having your bag offloaded to the hold at your own expense.

Does Tarom allow baggage pooling for families?
Yes. Passengers traveling together on the same booking, to the same destination on the same flight, may combine their individual free baggage allowances at check-in.

What are Tarom’s fees for overweight luggage on European routes?
On intra-European routes (Zone 2), TAROM charges €100 for bags weighing between 23 kg and 32 kg. Bags over 32 kg require cargo booking and are charged at cargo rates.

Does Tarom charge per piece or per kilogram for extra baggage?
TAROM uses a per-piece system for standard excess baggage. Overweight charges are applied on top of piece charges when a single bag exceeds the weight limit.

What is the Tarom baggage allowance for SkyTeam Elite members?
SkyTeam Elite and Elite Plus members receive one additional standard free piece beyond their base fare allowance, in both Economy and Business cabins.

Can I bring a musical instrument as carry-on on Tarom?
Small instruments may qualify as a personal item or cabin bag if they fit within TAROM’s cabin bag dimensions (55 × 40 × 20 cm on Boeing; 35 × 30 × 20 cm on ATR 72) and the combined carry-on weight stays within 8 kg. Larger instruments require prior arrangement with TAROM.

Are Tarom’s baggage fees the same for connecting flights with partner airlines?
No. TAROM’s fees apply only to the sectors operated by TAROM on its own aircraft. Partner carriers on connecting legs apply their own separate rules and fees.