DY- Yes, in the hold
- Fishing rods must be packed in suitable hard casing; the airline states this requirement explicitly.
- Published fee
- 40–45 € / 50 €
- Maximum weight
- 23 kg / 32 kg
- Dimensions
- 250 × 79 × 112 cm
- Advance booking
- Add the equipment while buying the ticket or in Manage Booking before online check-in.
- Protection
- A suitable hard case is required; a simple soft holdall does not match the published wording.
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How Norwegian treats fishing equipment
With Norwegian, fishing equipment travels in the hold rather than as a long cabin item. Fishing rods must be packed in suitable hard casing; the airline states this requirement explicitly. — Norwegian.
The airline charges a sports-equipment service each way. The airline currently shows “40–45 €” · 50 €. Your final total still depends on the ticket and the flight actually operated. — Norwegian.
Weight, length and dimensions to check
Norwegian publishes 23 kg / 32 kg for weight and “250 × 79 × 112 cm” for size. Weigh the closed tube with foam, end caps and everything packed inside. — Norwegian.
Our 145 × Ø10 cm benchmark equals roughly 165 cm when length, width and height are added together. Do not confuse this total with a length-only limit. — Norwegian.
Declare the tube and navigate bag drop
Add the equipment while buying the ticket or in Manage Booking before online check-in. At the airport, deliver the equipment at least one hour before departure, as the airline specifies. Keep a screenshot of the confirmation, particularly when your itinerary includes a connection. — Norwegian.
Protect the rods and separate accessories
A suitable hard case is required; a simple soft holdall does not match the published wording. Immobilise every rod section, keep guides away from the wall, and label the tube both outside and inside. — Norwegian.
Pack hooks, knives, pliers and tools securely in checked baggage. For an electric reel, lithium battery or CO₂ cartridge, separately check the dangerous-goods rules of both airline and airport. — Norwegian.
What the published rule does not establish
The airline publishes a reasonably specific fishing rule, but acceptance still depends on hold space, aircraft and operating carrier. Meeting a dimension is not automatic boarding approval. — Norwegian.
On a codeshare, follow the rule of the carrier operating each segment. Ask for written confirmation when two airlines appear on the ticket. — Norwegian.
Fit for a 145 cm Rodborne tube
The reference dimensions fall within the published limit. Recheck weight, number of pieces and operating flight before ordering. — Norwegian.
Official sources
The facts above come from airline pages. We do not estimate amounts the airline does not publish. — Norwegian.
Source checked 11 September 2026. Open it again for your itinerary, as an airline may update its page without notice.Questions for this airline
Can I take a fishing rod on Norwegian?
Norwegian — Yes, in the hold and under this rule: Fishing rods must be packed in suitable hard casing; the airline states this requirement explicitly. Long rods are not suitable for the cabin.
How much does a fishing rod cost on Norwegian?
Norwegian — The published value is “40–45 €” · 50 €. Route, fare and purchase time can change it, so check the booking total.
What tube size does Norwegian accept?
Norwegian — The checked page states “250 × 79 × 112 cm”. For a 145 × Ø10 cm tube, use 165 cm when the rule refers to total linear dimensions.
Does a 145 cm Rodborne tube fit Norwegian rules?
Norwegian — The reference dimensions fall within the published limit. Recheck weight, number of pieces and operating flight before ordering.
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