TUI Airways: skis and snowboards
GBP 60 Sports equipment fee
TUI Airways charges a sports equipment fee of GBP 60 per item each way for skis or a snowboard, up to 15 kg.
Read on 16 Sep 2026 from Luggage Allowance on TUI Airways | TUI.co.uk; fee via https://www.tuiholidays.ie/f/faq/airport-flights-and-luggage/luggage/what-is-my-luggage-allowance-for-sports-or-diving-equipment.
Fees
| Where you pay | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| online | GBP 60 | |
| online | EUR 69 |
per item, per one-way flight. One set of skis or one snowboard in one bag costs from GBP 60 or EUR 69, published on TUI's Ireland FAQ describing ski carriage; maximum weight per set is 15 kg. Two sets require two lots of carriage, up to 23 kg total. You cannot bring skis or a snowboard instead of your checked baggage; separate ski or snowboard carriage must be booked. Whether the fee is charged per way or per return is not stated.
What counts as one item
One set of skis or one snowboard in one bag. Boots are excluded: 'Ski/snowboard boots aren't included in ski or snowboard carriage, these are part of your normal baggage allowance.'
| Weight limit | 15 kg |
|---|---|
| Length limit | not published |
| Snowboard treated like skis | Yes. 'one set of skis or one snowboard in one bag'. |
| Separate boot bag allowed | No. Boots must travel in the normal 20 kg hold allowance (or as hand luggage), not in the ski carriage. |
| Must be booked in advance | Yes. UK page: 'If you're taking sports equipment with you, you'll need to call us as soon as possible on 0203 451 2688 to pre-book it onto your flight. If you don't pre-book, we may refuse to carry your equipment.' Ski carriage can also be added at booking or in Manage My Booking (Crystal Ski page). |
| Boots allowed in hand luggage | Yes. 'Each piece of hand luggage can weigh up to 10kg, with maximum dimensions of 55x40x20cm. If your ski boots fit within these restrictions, then they may be carried as your one piece of hand luggage.' |
In the airline's words
If your ski boots fit within these restrictions, then they may be carried as your one piece of hand luggage. | If you're taking sports equipment with you, you'll need to call us as soon as possible on 0203 451 2688 to pre-book it onto your flight. If you don't pre-book, we may refuse to carry your equipment when you get to the airport.
Where it flies for skiing
TUI Airways appears on the winter carrier list at these Alpine gateway airports, each with every airline's ski bag rule beside it. Reported means the airport's own list could not be read when we checked.
- Salzburg Airport, Austria
- Zurich Airport (reported), Switzerland
Changes we have recorded
No change recorded since we started tracking this airline. Last read on 16 Sep 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take skis on TUI Airways?
TUI Airways charges a sports equipment fee of GBP 60 per item each way for skis or a snowboard, up to 15 kg.
What is the ski bag weight limit on TUI Airways?
15 kg per item, as published on 16 Sep 2026.
Does a snowboard count the same as skis on TUI Airways?
Yes. 'one set of skis or one snowboard in one bag'.
Can ski boots go in hand luggage on TUI Airways?
Yes. 'Each piece of hand luggage can weigh up to 10kg, with maximum dimensions of 55x40x20cm. If your ski boots fit within these restrictions, then they may be carried as your one piece of hand luggage.'