TAROM Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
TAROM Romanian Airlines uses a piece concept for checked baggage where the Economy Light fare includes only hand baggage with one carry on bag plus one personal item weighing 8 kg combined and measuring 55 x 40 x 20 cm, while Economy Saver includes one 23 kg checked bag and Business Class includes two 32 kg checked bags with a maximum linear size of 158 cm per piece on most European routes.
Published on July 9, 2026 · Last verified on July 10, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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TAROM Baggage Policy Strictness
Moderate
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
Overhead bin · 8 kg (18 lbs)
Personal Item
Under seat
No official size · Must fit under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62.2 in)
1 free pc · 23 kg (50 lbs)/pc
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on TAROM.
Coat / wrap
Umbrella / walking stick
Crutches / mobility aids
For passenger's own use
Fully collapsible stroller
One per infant, can be checked at the gate
Duty free items
Purchased at the airport on the day of travel
Standard Economy Allowance
Quick reference for your selected route type. See below for full cabin class comparison.
| Baggage Type | Free | Max Size | Weight Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Bag Overhead bin · per piece | 1 pc | 55×40×20cm 21.7×15.7×7.9in | 8 kg 18 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | Must fit under seat | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Economy Light | Economy Saver | Business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 55×40×20cm 21.7×15.7×7.9in | 55×40×20cm 21.7×15.7×7.9in | 55×40×20cm 21.7×15.7×7.9in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 8 kg 18 lbs | 8 kg 18 lbs | 8 kg 18 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | No | 1 pc | 2 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | - | 23 kg 50 lbs | 32 kg 70 lbs |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Booked the cheapest light fare with TAROM from Bucharest to Paris and knew there was no free checked bag included, so I packed everything into the 8 kg carry on plus a small personal item and it worked out fine for a short weekend trip.
Flew TAROM business class from Bucharest to Frankfurt and the baggage allowance was generous with two checked bags of up to 32 kg each, which gave me plenty of space for all the presentation materials and samples I needed to bring for the client meetings.
Did not realize at first that TAROM counts the carry on and personal item together for the 8 kg total weight limit, so my bag was a bit heavy at boarding and I had to pay about 45 euro extra to check it, which taught me to weigh everything together before leaving for the airport next time.
45 EUR
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on TAROM · Economy class. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Too large for under seat | OK | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the TAROM Economy Light fare come with a free checked bag?
No, the TAROM Economy Light fare does not include any free checked baggage, and passengers on this fare only receive the standard hand luggage allowance of one carry on bag plus one personal item with a combined total weight of 8 kg for the cabin.
If you need to check a bag you can add one during booking or later through the manage my booking section on the TAROM website, and it is always cheaper to purchase extra baggage online in advance rather than paying for it at the airport counter on the day of travel.
Travelers who know they will need checked luggage often prefer to book the Economy Saver fare instead, because it includes one checked bag of up to 23 kg plus other small benefits like more flexible changes.
Is the 8 kg carry on limit on TAROM per bag or combined with the personal item?
On TAROM flights the 8 kg weight limit applies to the carry on bag and the personal item together, not to each item separately, so you need to make sure the total weight of both items does not go over 8 kg when you add them together.
This combined weight rule is different from many other airlines that give a separate weight for each item, so it is easy to go over the limit if you pack a heavy laptop in your personal item and then also fill the rolling carry on bag completely.
The carry on bag itself can measure up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm on Boeing and Airbus aircraft, while smaller regional planes like the ATR have a tighter size limit because the overhead bins are much smaller on those aircraft types.
How much checked baggage does TAROM Business Class include on European routes?
TAROM Business Class passengers on standard fares receive two free checked bags each weighing up to 32 kg, which is one more bag and 9 kg heavier per piece compared with the standard economy allowance of one 23 kg bag.
Each checked bag on TAROM must also stay within 158 cm when you add the length plus width plus height together, and this linear size rule applies the same way for both economy and business class bags as well as any extra paid baggage.
Business class passengers get the same hand luggage allowance as economy with one carry on plus one personal item at 8 kg total, so the main upgrade in business class is the much more generous checked baggage and the premium cabin experience on board.
Why is the TAROM carry on height only 20 cm instead of the usual 23 cm?
TAROM uses a slightly shorter carry on size of 55 x 40 x 20 cm with only 20 cm of height, which is 3 cm less than the standard 23 cm height used by most other major European airlines, and this is mainly because of the smaller overhead bins on some of their aircraft types.
This 3 cm difference does not sound like much but it can be a problem if you have a standard 23 cm deep rolling suitcase, because it will not fit properly into the sizer at the gate and you might be asked to check the bag instead of bringing it into the cabin.
If you fly TAROM regularly it is worth checking the exact dimensions of your carry on bag before you travel, because the height limit is strictly enforced at the boarding gate on busy flights and there is no extra flexibility for bags that are only slightly over the official size.
What is the maximum weight per checked bag in TAROM economy versus business class?
In TAROM economy class each checked bag can weigh a maximum of 23 kg, while in business class the per bag weight limit increases to 32 kg per piece for heavier luggage or denser packed items on longer trips.
Any bag that goes over the weight limit for your cabin class will be charged an excess weight fee at the airport, so it is always a good idea to weigh your bags at home before you leave to avoid unexpected extra charges.
The 32 kg maximum in business class is especially useful for longer trips or travelers carrying heavier equipment, because you can pack more into each bag without needing to split things across as many separate pieces of luggage.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official TAROM website. Last updated July 10, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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