Travel regulations from US to Germany.?

traceythatchick

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Ok, I have a few questions, actually...

Background: I am flying from Pittsburgh to Chicago with American Airlines. Then I will be flying from Chicago to Frankfurt with Air India. I booked both flights at the same time through a travel site, and so are part of the same itinerary. FYI, I've looked at the websites of each airline I am using, but I don't know if one takes precedent over the other; I'm just checking to see if anyone can make what the airlines/government say less confusing.

American Airlines says there is no charge for two checked bags for international flights. Will this apply to me, even though my trip with AA will be domestic? Or will I have to pay the $15/$25 fees for two bags?

I wanted to take a carry-on bag and as a personal item have a pillow with a blanket inside, wrapped around the pillow. Will this personal item be allowed on both airlines? Air India's website mentioned nothing about personal items (that I could find anyway).

At what point will I go through customs on my trip? Do they charge for you to go through customs? I found a chart saying how much % they will charge for specific items, but it did not say if this applied to everyone or just to businesses bringing in goods to be sold... (I just don't want to be taxed for taking my digital camera and laptop, lol.)

Thank you for your help!
 
AA will not charge for checked bags since you are on an international flight, as they stated. Your bags will checked through to Frankfurt, so you won't see them again until then. Yes, you can carry-on a personal item like your pillow along with your carry-on bag and your laptop. You will go through customs in Frankfurt. There will be no charge for customs for you. No sweat, sit back and enjoy the flight. Sleep as much as you can after leaving Chicago! Jet lag is the pits. I've traveled overseas every summer for 10 years for mission trips. I've never flown on Air India, but it's probably a good way to good. I live flying overseas because they actually feed you good meals. They have to keep a lot of people happy for a long flight. Enjoy Germany. It's beautiful there. Frankfurt airport is huge, but just ask questions if you get lost. Most people speak English. Bon Voyage
 
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