For tickets issued on or after March 29, 2008 for travel on or after May 5, 2008: One piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of checked luggage allowed free of charge, provided it is within the maximum weight and size restrictions (maximum 50 pounds each, total linear dimension of 62 inches each).
What are the new fees for excess checked luggage?
For travel within North America on or after May 5, 2008 a $25 fee each-way will be assessed for the second piece of checked luggage and $100 each-way for each bag thereafter.
Has the policy changed for international travel?
No, the luggage policy for free allowance has not changed for travel outside of North America. However, Coach Class International travel with connection times of eight (8) hours or more in the US, Canada, Mexico and Caribbean follow Domestic Free Luggage Allowance Guidelines. Each ticketed passenger is allowed one (1) piece of checked luggage.
Will I receive a receipt for luggage charges?
Yes, a receipt will be provided at the time of payment of luggage fees through a Self-service Check-in Kiosk or a Northwest agent at the airport. Please retain the original receipt for your records - duplicate receipts are not available.
The charge for a second piece of checked luggage on flights within North America will only apply to international travelers that do not check their luggage through to their final destination. Customers who claim their luggage at a North American airport and then re-check their luggage for a North American domestic flight departing eight hours or more later will be assessed the $25 fee for the second piece of checked luggage and a $100 fee for each additional piece of checked luggage. For overweight and/or oversized luggage, the Northwest Airlines International Luggage Policy applies.
