# Your Airline Baggage Calculator AI Agent Connect

> Airline Baggage Calculator determines passenger baggage entitlements using a deterministic engine. It calculates checked bag counts and weight limits, estimates penalties for overweight or oversize luggage, and checks specific cabin constraints. This MCP accounts for airline policies, fare classes, route types, and loyalty status, giving you reliable travel planning data.

## Overview
- **Category:** travel
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_mDWrObEeByWVY3c7pL2kil2gidJe0v40bAnqHnC0/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** airline, baggage, travel-planning, fees, aviation-rules

## Description

Dealing with airline baggage rules is a nightmare. Policies change constantly, and every carrier has its own set of rules based on your fare class, the route, and even your loyalty status. This MCP solves that complexity. It provides a single source of truth for your travel planning. You simply ask your AI client a question—like, 'What are the rules for a Lufthansa business class flight?'—and this MCP handles the heavy lifting. It doesn't guess; it calculates based on established airline policies. You get accurate, actionable data on everything from how many bags you can check to exactly how much an oversized suitcase will cost. It’s the definitive tool for anyone who needs to know the exact rules before they hit the airport.

## Tools

### calculate_baggage_allowance
Determine the total permitted baggage for a passenger

### estimate_excess_fees
Calculate the cost of overweight or oversize luggage

### get_carry_on_rules
Retrieve specific cabin baggage constraints for a passenger

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What is my baggage allowance for a United Airlines economy flight from New York to London?
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**Response:** 
```
For a United Airlines (UA) economy flight on a transatlantic route, you are allowed 1 checked bag with a 23kg weight limit.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
How much will it cost if my bag is 28kg on an American Airlines flight?
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**Response:** 
```
The overweight fee for a 28kg bag on American Airlines (AA) is $50.00.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
What are the carry-on rules for Lufthansa business class?
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**Response:** 
```
For Lufthansa (LH) business class, you are allowed one carry-on bag with a maximum weight of 8kg and a linear dimension limit of 115cm.
```

## Capabilities

### Determine baggage limits
The AI uses this MCP to figure out how many bags and how much weight you can check.

### Calculate excess fees
It estimates the cost of going over weight or size limits for your luggage.

### Check carry-on rules
The AI checks specific constraints for bags you bring into the cabin.

### Account for fare class
This MCP adjusts rules based on whether you bought economy, business, or first class.

### Factor in route type
It applies different rules depending on whether your flight is domestic or international.

## Use Cases

### Planning a transatlantic trip
You ask for your allowance on a specific international route, and the MCP returns the correct checked bag count and weight limit.

### Packing for a weekend getaway
You check your carry-on rules to ensure your personal items fit the cabin constraints.

### Dealing with an oversized bag
You input the dimensions of an extra piece of luggage and the MCP calculates the exact penalty fee.

### Comparing airlines
You compare two different airlines for the same route, and the MCP shows the specific baggage differences between them.

## Benefits

- You avoid unexpected fees by knowing the exact weight and size limits.
- It handles complex airline policies, including fare class and loyalty status.
- The MCP provides deterministic calculations, so you get reliable, factual answers every time.

## How It Works

Connecting this MCP is simple. You connect your preferred AI client to the Vinkius catalog, and the tool becomes immediately available to your agent.

1. Connect your AI client (like Claude or Cursor) to the Vinkius Marketplace.
2. Select the Airline Baggage Calculator MCP and authenticate your connection.
3. Ask your agent a specific question, such as 'What are the fees for an extra bag?'
4. The MCP runs the calculation using the correct airline policies and returns the precise answer.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Does this MCP handle multiple airlines?**
Yes. The MCP is designed to account for policies across different airlines, factoring in the specific carrier, fare class, and route type you provide.

**Is this just a general calculator, or is it based on real rules?**
It uses a deterministic engine based on established airline policies. It doesn't guess; it calculates based on the specific rules for the airline, fare class, and route you input.

**What information do I need to give it?**
You need to specify the airline, the fare class, the route, and details about the luggage, such as weight or dimensions.

**Does it help with carry-on bags?**
Yes, it has a dedicated tool that retrieves specific cabin baggage constraints, ensuring you know exactly what you can bring with you.