Can You Check Golf Clubs Without A Travel Bag?

Flying with golf clubs without a travel bag is possible

. However, we just can't bury our heads in the sand and assume there aren't any challenges. You will enjoy some benefits but also face some risks. However, in general, I'd recommend the idea.

Can I bring golf tees on a plane?

Golf balls, golf tees, divot tools and golf spikes/cleats are

allowed in your carry-on luggage

. However, all golf clubs and putters must be checked with your airline.

How much does it cost to take golf clubs on a plane?

Most US airlines charge

$35 for a second bag

, which is what your golf clubs usually are. Many charge much more, $75-$150, if you need to check a third bag.

Can you put clothes in golf travel bag?

Use all available space. My travel bag has three shoe pockets, more than I need for shoes so I use some for clothes-which-can-scrunched-up such as socks, nightwear etc.)

There is often a fair bit of space left inside the travel bag once my golf bag has been inserted, so utilise this by placing a bag of clothes in here.

Is it better to ship or fly with golf clubs?

At the most basic level,

checking a golf bag is often a little cheaper than shipping them

. (Ship Sticks offers a base rate of $39 for bags under 42 pounds.) Southwest Airlines still costs nothing as long as it's one of your first two checked bags. On other airlines, it's $20-$100 to check bags.

Do golf bags fly free?

It may be only a matter of time before this colorful carrier caves, but for now,

your first two checked bags — including golf bags in travel cases are free, round-trip, as long as they weigh less than 50 pounds

.

Are Shipsticks worth?

Overall I think their service is worth it for golfers who are willing to spend the extra money to remove a major headache

. I had an extremely positive experience using their service, and if you want to find out the cost for your next trip you can get a quick quote on their site here.

How many golf balls can you fly with?

Battison: But if we have an airliner, we do have those seats that can't hold the golf balls. Josaphat: 56,784 cubic feet divided by 12 cubic feet. That total answer would be

4,732 golf balls

.

What can I pack in my golf travel bag?

Is Ship Sticks cheaper than FedEx?

However,

Ship Sticks offers rates up to 60% cheaper than going directly through FedEx

.

Can you ship golf clubs with USPS?

USPS.

The US Postal Service will give you sturdy Priority Mail packing tubes for mailing your clubs at no charge

. However, you might need to use your own packaging because the tube is just under 38 inches long, and golf clubs can be up to 48 inches in length.

How much does it cost to ship golf clubs with FedEx?

FedEx Options

Shipping golf clubs via FedEx Ground within the U.S. is often

less than $100 each way

. There's an $11 handling fee if you ship clubs without a box. Keep in mind that domestic ground service can take up to four days.

Can you gate check golf clubs?

Many airlines require that golf bags be transported as checked luggage

– even a single club cannot be taken aboard as a carry-on item. Depending on the airline you use and the nature of your ticket, you may have to pay for each piece of checked baggage. Most airlines allow checked bags up to 50 pounds.

How much does a checked bag cost American Airlines?

How do you pack clubs for Ship Sticks?

Is it cheaper to ship or fly with golf clubs?

The cost is roughly the same — and possibly cheaper

Unless you have elite status with your airline and can check bags for free,

flying with your clubs will likely run anywhere from $50 to $150

.

Is Ship Sticks owned by FedEx?