1,000 yuan for just 1 kg of excess…
1,000 yuan for just 1 kg of excess baggage. Seriously, China Eastern? I was flying from Beijing to Moscow on a premium fare, with an allowance of two checked bags weighing up to 23 kg each. One of my suitcases weighed 24.3 kg. For just 1.3 kg of excess baggage, the airline demanded 1,000 yuan (approximately $140)! The most absurd part? It’s a flat fee. You pay the same amount for 1.3 kg of excess baggage as you would for 9 kg. I understand that rules are rules, but is this charge really reasonable? A premium fare, yet the airline’s attitude toward its passengers leaves a lot to be desired. Think twice before choosing China Eastern. Even a tiny amount of excess baggage could cost you a fortune.