Which airlines allow longboard surfboards?

Planning a surf trip from the UK with your longboard? Most airlines say they take surfboards - but the fine print tells another story. Longboards often exceed standard baggage limits, leaving many surfers blindsided by oversize fees or outright refusals at check-in.

At 10 Over Surf Shop, we’ve done the research for you. This guide breaks down which UK airlines truly accept longboard surfboards, their maximum length and weight limits, sports baggage fees, and the best surf destinations they fly to- from Morocco’s Taghazout to Fuerteventura’s reef breaks.

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler chasing winter swells or planning your first board-toting trip abroad, this article will help you book the right airline, avoid costly surprises, and get your board safely to the waves.

Quick Glance : Airlines That Fly Longboard Surfboards (UK)

Best UK Airline For Longboard Surfboards

Book Jet2 when possible. They publish 300 cm max and accept surfboards with clear packing rules. (jet2.com). Ryanair/TUI/Wizz/Aer Lingus: policies exist but length is opaque or variable by aircraft. You must verify on your exact flight before you buy a ticket. (help.ryanair.com).

Worst UK Airline For Longboard Surfboards

Avoid BA and Virgin for checked longboards; both cap at 190 cm. Cargo is the only BA option. (britishairways.com). EasyJet often works for longboards in practice, but they don’t publish a length. Treat as case-by-case. Add “Large sports equipment” (32 kg) during booking and confirm with support on your PNR. (easyjet.com)

How Much Does It Cost To Fly With Longboard?

• easyJet large sports equipment: commonly ~£52 online / ~£62 airport; varies by route. (stasher.com)
  

• Ryanair sports equipment: priced in Table of Fees in booking flow; item limit 20 kg; expect roughly £50–£65 depending on route/season. (help.ryanair.com)
  

• Aer Lingus: fees apply each way unless in Business; amount shown during booking. (aerlingus.com)
  

• Jet2: fee shown when you pre-book sports equipment; excess weight charged per standard policy. (jet2.com)
  
  

Top Tips For Flying With A Longboard

• Pre-book the board bag and add your PNR to the record. Low-cost carriers may refuse unbooked sports items at the desk. (easyjet.com)
  

• Pack to spec: remove longboard fins or pad them, protect nose/tail/rails, use a padded bag. Jet2 publishes explicit packing rules that are a good template even for other airlines. (jet2.com)
  

• Weight is enforced more than length on the day. Keep it ≤ 32 kg (easyJet) or the airline’s sports-item limit to avoid excess fees. (easyjet.com)
  

• Arrive early for out-of-gauge check-in. BA advises 90 min before departure for oversize; similar timing helps on all carriers. (britishairways.com)
  
  

As you'd imagine this information changes all the time. Please ensure you check with the airline before booking. This information is provided as an overview only.