Domestic including Alaska and Hawaii
Continental Airlines accepts a non-motorized bicycle with single seat or up to two non-motorized bicycles packed in one case as checked baggage. A bicycle is not included in a customer's free baggage allowance and is subject to a $80 service charge (each way).
The following are bicycle restrictions:
Handlebars must be fixed sideways and pedals removed or
All loose items must be enclosed in plastic foam or similar protective material or Bicycle should be transported in a sealed box. If a box is needed, see the container section of this site.
The service charge is in addition to any excess baggage charges that may apply.
Continental is not liable for damage to bicycles that do not have the handlebars fixed sideways and pedals removed, handlebars and pedals encased in plastic foam or similar material or bicycles not contained in a cardboard containers or hard-sided cases.
For International bicycle information, contact Continental Airlines Reservations.
Note: Bicycles will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo when no excess baggage is allowed.
