Hi guys I just need your help...

I'll be flying on December 14, 2007 to Florida and I'm from Cebu. I didn't get a flight which starts here in Cebu but instead in Manila...

Here's my problem...

I already booked flight in Philippine Airlines from Cebu to Manila and my international baggage allowed is 2 and 32 kilos each baggage. How many kilos are usually allowed in Philippine Airlines for Cebu to Manila? Do I need to pay excess with my baggage??argghhh going crazy here

I hope this helps. Copied from PAL website:
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For Journeys entirely within the Philippines
Mabuhay (Business) Class
Weight should not exceed 30 kilograms (66 lbs)
Fiesta (Economy) Class
Weight should not exceed 20 kilograms (44 lbs)

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Handcarried Baggage
Each passenger is allowed to carry one piece of carry-on luggage with the following specifications :
the size (length+width+height) shall not exceed forty five inches (115 centimeters)
weighing not more than seven kilograms
suitable for placing in the over-head rack of the aircraft

In compliance with Republic Act No. 9337, an act amending the National Internal Revenue Code, a 12% VAT is added to the total amount on all transactions involving purely domestic services only.

Per kilo rate between Manila and the following domestic destinations :
Bacolod - PHP30.30
Butuan - PHP38.70
Cagayan de Oro - PHP38.70
Cebu - PHP30.50
Cotabato - PHP38.70
Davao - PHP38.20
Dipolog - PHP38.70
Dumaguete - PHP29.00
General Santos - PHP39.20
Iloilo - PHP30.30
Kalibo - PHP31.50
Legaspi - PHP26.60
Naga - PHP23.90
Puerto Princesa - PHP35.80
Roxas - PHP25.90
Tacloban - PHP30.20
Tagbilaran - PHP33.50
Tuguegarao - PHP23.90
Zamboanga - PHP39.20
Per kilo rate between Cebu and the following domestic destinations :
Bacolod - PHP18.80
Davao - PHP25.90
General Santos - PHP26.40
Iloilo - PHP21.00
Above rates are exclusive of 12% VAT.
Excess baggage rates may change without prior notice.

When fly international flight and with connecting flights at either end. The connecting honor the international baggage rules, as long you have you baggage check all the way thu. From start to finish. I hope this will help you. I fly from Phoenix, AZ. to Cebu. With transferr in Los Angele, CA. and Manila. Do not have any problem going with the international rules on baggage. Congra and good luck.

it does not cost that much so dont worry. just bring enough money. Goodluck

Piece of advice when flying international from NAIA..

Go below the suggested Check In baggage weight..

Why?

NAIA employees are crooks!! They will tell you that your baggage is over weight even if its not. Then try ask you for money for them to let you go.. Trust me.. They have connections inside the Check in booth.

Ive been a victim.. So I pass along my experience..

Don't bring any canned goods, water, anything with liquid.. IT IS NOT ALLOWED due terror alerts..

Stick to 1 carry on with weight less than 17kg.. NAIA staff harass people for that as well..

Beware...

Thanks guys for sharing

I have travled two times to the Philippines and found that International rules apply from Davao.

When I had my international flight that was connected to my Manila-Cebu flight they charged me for excess baggage. I think it was under 700 peso. I had 3 suitcases and a carry on. I had about 20 kilos of chocolate alone. LOL On the way out they only charge I think 300 peso, because I left one suitcase there. I did get asked by every security screener about those little bottles that they make displays out of and put little boats inside. On the way back to the US I think I went through about 10 security screens between Cebu, Manila, Japan, Detroit, and Fort Lauderdale airports. I would just plan on having about 2,000 peso all together to cover fees and taxes. Also, if you stop in Detroit like I did, be ready to pay at least $10 for lunch at the airport because it is very expensive there, even the fast food restaurants.

What part of Florida are you, I am in Palm Beach.

i would agree about the NAIA employess are crooks just dont put your baggae to the maximum weight. atleast give it an allowance of 5-10lbs/box. though you can bring canned goods or liquids as long as u sealed it and put them in your baggage NOT in your handcarry. good luck and take care

Oh yeah.. My bad.. Canned goods, and liquid should be on the check in luggage..

No liquid and canned foods on Carry ons..

I believe you have to pay excess unless your flight from Manilato Florida is via PAL too. I had 60kilos all in all but all my flights from Dipolog to Manila to San Francisco were via PAL so I didnt pay for excess luggage when I left Dipolog to Manila. Hope this helps.

Myla

You can pay for the additional luggage. Claudeth bought a lot of stuff and had to pay $70 extra.

Does this include furniture too?

I guess you can call the airline and ask. Maybe if it will fit in a certain size box. If you are serious about this you probably would want to check on the largest size and max amount of pounds you can pay extra for...don't count on a connecting US flight to accomodate that though--if you have a connecting US flight.

Congratulations and welcome to FL. Where exactly u are here?

We dont have any baggage problem or maybe I didnt know..lol
I had liquids on my hand carry but I just need to put it in a zip lock bag.. Have a safe trip.. Von boyage..

Hi to all VJ members. I'm a little bit confused coz while I was canvassing for luggage bags yesterday I was told (by the salesman) that a total of only 2 bags are allowed in PAL. One hand carry and one check-in luggage OR I can check-in both of those (2) bags if I want to. I rechecked in the website of PAL and in my own opinion I can have the following: (kindly correct me if I am wrong )

2pieces check-in luggage (each piece not exceeding 23 kilograms),
1 carry-on baggage (not exceeding 7kgs),
1 laptop with case (that I will carry on board)
1 small handbag with camera, passport and wallet (I will carry on board)so all in all I can have
5 bags without excess baggage charge if I meet the requirements below


For tickets issued on or after 01 July 2008, the following Free Baggage Allowance shall apply:For Journeys to/from the USA, Canada and Guam (Piece System)

Mabuhay (Business) Class
Maximum of two (2) pieces with a total dimension of 124 inches (316cms) and no piece exceeding 62 inches (158 cms). Each piece should not exceed 23 kilograms (50 lbs)

Fiesta (Economy) ClassMaximum of two (2) pieces with a total dimension 107 inches (273 cms) and no piece exceeding 62 inches (158 cms). Each piece should not exceed 23 kilograms (50 lbs)

Handcarried Baggage
Each passenger is allowed to carry one piece of carry-on luggage small enough to be placed in the overhead rack or under the passenger seat of the aircraft cabin.The carry-on luggage must be within the following specifications :
size (length+width+height) shall not exceed 45 in. or 115 cm.
weighing not more than 7 kgs. or 15 lbs.
If carry-on luggage fails to comply with the required applicable dimensions and weight, carry-on luggage will be checked in and charged with the corresponding excess baggage charges (if applicable).

In addition of the free carry-on luggage allowance, a passenger is allowed to carry the following items onboard:
a laptop with case
a small handbag
a coat
wrap or blanket
a walking stick or a pair of crutches
a small camera or a pair of binoculars
a reasonable amount of reading materials
infant's food and carrying basket [/u]

Hope to hear from you.
Thanks and God bless.