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On this page I present prices and conditions to transport bikes on various airlines taken directly from their official websites; for additional and latest information consult the pages of each airline using the link to the right.

CompanyPriceIntercontinental
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0 €
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
Handlebar parallel to the frame, pedals turned inward; wrapped. Sports and special baggage
40 €
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
Remove the pedals, remove the front wheel and attach it to the frame, fix the handlebars to the side (parallel to the frame), place your bike, folding bike or tandem in a protective container (cardboard, hard plastic, etc.). Bike containers (175 x 21.5 x 86 cm / 68 x 8 x 33 in) are available for purchase at most Air France airport check-in desks. Special baggage
0 €
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
75 €
? (nothing specified on their website) Special baggage
0
up to 157 cm (h+l+p)
150 $
up to 320 cm (h+l+p) 23 kg/50 lbs
Handlebar fastened sideways, pedals removed; handlebar and pedals wrapped in plastic or similar material. Bicycles are exempt from the supplement for exceeding dimensional and weight limitations. If a bicycle and two or more pieces of baggage are checked, besides the shipping charge a supplement for excess baggage will be charged. Sports Equipment
0 €
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
Up to 190 cm/75 inches in length; pack the bike in a protective case or bag; remove the pedals or fix them inwards; fix the handlebars sideways; deflate the tyres to reduce the risk of damage. Sporting goods on British Airways
75 $
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
150 $ Packed in a container (cardboard, canvas, hard-shell, etc.); handlebar fixed parallel to the frame and pedals removed or handlebar and pedals wrapped in plastic or similar material. Special items
45÷60 €
up to 20 kg
The bicycle must be packaged in a bicycle box or bag; only one bicycle per box/bag is permitted; the handlebars must be flush with the frame; pedals must be removed or flush against the flame; no other items can be carried in the bicycle box/bag (i.e. clothing) Bicycles
75 €
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
75 $
Brazil 0÷120 $
Handlebar fixed to the side, pedals removed, tires deflated and properly wrapped. In many airports Iberia provides packing up to 131 X 72 X 21 cm – 52 X 28 X 8 inches. The price of such a packing case is 20 Euros. Special Baggage
0
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
100 € Not required to be disassembled Rules and prices for sports baggage to download
50÷60 €
up to 30 kg
They must be contained in boxes or protective bags to be accepted for travel. Checked baggage
0
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
If the bike is disassembled and placed in a container specifically designed for bicycles it is not necessary to make a reservation. Otherwise it is sufficient to rotate the handlebar 90°, remove the pedals and to reserve the bike beforehand. Special baggage
0
up to 23 kg/50 lbs
100 € Recommended: place bicycle in a rigid container or a cardboard box. (available free of charge in Switzerland near the check-in counter. Dimensions: 162 X 92 X 24 cm – 64 X 36 X 9.5 inches). Special baggage
40 €
up to 20 kg/44 lbs
Tires need to be empty or nearly empty. The pedals must be upturned or disassembled. The steering wheel must be turned lengthwise. The use of a bicycle box or case is highly appreciated! Bicycle pumps that work on CO2 cartridges are not accepted. Special luggage
0
up to 157 cm (h+l+p)
150 $
Bike in rigid packing or cardboard box. Otherwise handlebar rotated 90° and pedals removed or packed with plastic or packing material. The passenger will have to sign a release. Special items



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