SA- Yes, in the hold
- Rods, reel, landing net, boots and tackle box must be packed together as one package.
- Published fee
- 0*
- Maximum weight
- 23 kg
- Dimensions
- ≤ 200 cm
- Advance booking
- Contact customer service before payment to confirm category, price and acceptance of the dimensions. · SSR SPEQ
- Protection
- No fishing-specific packaging rule is published, so ask whether a rigid case is required.
Fishing-destination access
How South African Airways treats fishing equipment
With South African Airways, fishing equipment travels in the hold rather than as a long cabin item. Rods, reel, landing net, boots and tackle box must be packed together as one package. — South African Airways.
The set may replace an included checked bag; extra-bag charges apply once the allowance is exceeded. The airline currently shows “0*”. Your final total still depends on the ticket and the flight actually operated. — South African Airways.
Weight, length and dimensions to check
South African Airways publishes 23 kg for weight and “≤ 200 cm” for size. Weigh the closed tube with foam, end caps and everything packed inside. — South African Airways.
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. — South African Airways.
Declare the tube and navigate bag drop
Contact customer service before payment to confirm category, price and acceptance of the dimensions. · SSR SPEQ At the airport, ask the carrier which desk and deadline apply to the approved special item. Keep a screenshot of the confirmation, particularly when your itinerary includes a connection. — South African Airways.
Protect the rods and separate accessories
No fishing-specific packaging rule is published, so ask whether a rigid case is required. Immobilise every rod section, keep guides away from the wall, and label the tube both outside and inside. — South African Airways.
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. — South African Airways.
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. — South African Airways.
On a codeshare, follow the rule of the carrier operating each segment. Ask for written confirmation when two airlines appear on the ticket. — South African Airways.
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. — South African Airways.
Official sources
The facts above come from airline pages. We do not estimate amounts the airline does not publish. — South African Airways.
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 South African Airways?
South African Airways — Yes, in the hold and under this rule: Rods, reel, landing net, boots and tackle box must be packed together as one package. Long rods are not suitable for the cabin.
How much does a fishing rod cost on South African Airways?
South African Airways — The published value is “0*”. Route, fare and purchase time can change it, so check the booking total.
What tube size does South African Airways accept?
South African Airways — The checked page states “≤ 200 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 South African Airways rules?
South African Airways — The reference dimensions fall within the published limit. Recheck weight, number of pieces and operating flight before ordering.
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