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ITA Airways Baggage, Check-In + Boarding Guide

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ITA Airways (AZ)

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ITA Airways (AZ) is Italy’s flag carrier — successor to Alitalia (founded 2021 after Alitalia bankruptcy). Joined SkyTeam 2021. Lufthansa Group acquired majority January 2025. 90+ aircraft, 70+ destinations Europe + Americas + Africa + Asia. Baggage allowance (Economy): Cabin (all): 8kg main bag 55x35x25cm + 1 small item 36x30x12cm. Light fare: only cabin. Basic: + 1×23kg checked. Classic: + 2×23kg + free seat. Premium: + 32kg + flexibility. Business: 12kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lounge. Check-in: online 48 hours-2 hours before departure (FREE). Hubs: Rome Fiumicino FCO (mega-hub), Milan Linate LIN. SkyTeam alliance: with KLM, Delta, Air France, Korean Air, etc. Common fees: 2nd checked €60-100, name change €70+, flight change €70-300. Tip: Volare loyalty program — earn miles redeemable on SkyTeam. Lufthansa Group integration improving service.

ITA Airways Airbus aircraft
ITA Airways (AZ)

ITA Airways baggage rules

  • Cabin (Economy all classes): 8kg main bag 55x35x25cm + 1 small item 36x30x12cm.
  • Light fare: NO checked. Only cabin.
  • Basic Economy: 1×23kg checked.
  • Classic Economy: 2×23kg checked + free seat selection.
  • Premium Economy (long-haul only): 1×32kg cabin + 2×23kg checked + better food + extra legroom.
  • Business: 12kg cabin (2 pieces × 6kg) + 2×32kg checked + lounge + meal.
  • Sports equipment: ski €40-50, bike €50-100, golf €40-60.
  • SkyTeam Elite Plus: +1 checked bag.
  • Children (2-11): same as adults.
  • Infants: 1 small item + stroller free.

ITA Airways check-in + fares

  • Online check-in: 48 hours to 2 hours before departure. FREE.
  • Mobile boarding pass: ITA Airways app or PDF.
  • Self-service kiosks at FCO + LIN: for printed pass.
  • Airport check-in fee: €30-50 if missed online.
  • Bag drop: 2-3 hours before departure.
  • Boarding closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
  • Light: cheapest. NO checked. NO seat. NO miles.
  • Basic: + 1×23kg + paid seat selection.
  • Classic: + 2×23kg + free seat + 1 free change.
  • Premium: + 32kg + free changes + flexibility.
  • Business: dedicated cabin + lie-flat (long-haul).

ITA Airways hubs + routes

  • Rome Fiumicino FCO: mega-hub. Most international + intercontinental.
  • Milan Linate LIN: short-haul European focus + Rome shuttle.
  • European routes: all major capitals via FCO + LIN.
  • USA: NYC JFK, Boston, Miami, Washington, Chicago, LA, San Francisco.
  • South America: São Paulo, Buenos Aires.
  • Africa: Cairo, Casablanca, Algiers, Tunis, Johannesburg.
  • Asia: Tokyo, Delhi.
  • Codeshare: Air France, KLM, Delta, Korean Air via SkyTeam. Lufthansa, Austrian, Swiss after Lufthansa Group acquisition.
  • Italian domestic: Rome ↔ Milan + Venice + Naples + Palermo + Catania + Cagliari.

Volare loyalty + Lufthansa Group

  • Volare: ITA Airways frequent flyer program. Earn miles.
  • Status tiers: Smart → Plus → Premium → Executive (top).
  • Plus: Premium cabin selection + +1 bag.
  • Premium (SkyTeam Elite Plus): lounge + priority + +1 bag worldwide.
  • Executive: top tier — +1 bag + priority + complimentary upgrades.
  • Lufthansa Group acquisition (Jan 2025): Volare gradually integrating with Miles & More.
  • Mileage shared: redeem on SkyTeam (KLM, Delta, Air France, etc.) and now Lufthansa Group (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian).
  • SkyTeam withdrawal expected: ITA Airways will likely leave SkyTeam late 2025 / 2026.

Common ITA fees + tips + reviews

  • 2nd checked bag: €60-100 short-haul, €100-200 long-haul.
  • Name change: €70+.
  • Flight change: €70-300 + fare difference.
  • Cancellation: non-refundable Light + Basic. Refund Premium + Business.
  • Excess baggage: €40-100 per kg.
  • Pet (in cabin): €60-150.
  • Pet (in hold): €100-300.
  • WiFi onboard: €5-25.
  • Skytrax: 3.5-star airline (improving).
  • Reviews: 3.5/5 stars typical. Better than predecessor Alitalia.
  • Common complaints: recent strikes, occasional delays from FCO.
  • Future: Lufthansa Group acquisition will improve service + integration with SWISS/Austrian/Lufthansa.

Frequently Asked Questions

ITA cabin baggage?

All Economy classes: 8kg main bag 55x35x25cm + 1 small item 36x30x12cm. Business: 12kg (2 pieces × 6kg). Light fare = cabin only, no checked.

ITA check-in online?

48 hours to 2 hours before departure. FREE. Mobile boarding pass via app. Self-service kiosks at FCO + LIN.

ITA SkyTeam or Star Alliance?

SkyTeam currently. Lufthansa Group acquired majority January 2025. Expected to leave SkyTeam late 2025 / 2026 and join Star Alliance with Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian.

ITA vs Alitalia?

ITA Airways replaced Alitalia 2021 after bankruptcy. Smaller fleet (90 vs 100+). Different ownership (Italian state then Lufthansa Group). Volare loyalty replaced MilleMiglia. Generally improved service vs late-Alitalia.

ITA Light fare worth it?

Only if no checked bag needed. +€25-50 to add bag = same as Basic fare. Avoid for any leisure trip with luggage.

ITA Business class quality?

Lie-flat seats long-haul + lounge + meal + Premium service. Improving rapidly with Lufthansa Group integration. Skytrax 3.5-star — comparable to upper-mid airlines.

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Last reviewed: April 2026
Author: Kir Rud, Grandgo editorial
Sources consulted: official tourism authorities, government health and law publications, peer-reviewed travel references. This article is for informational purposes; for formal advice, consult the relevant authority.

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