If it's slightly over usually they'll let it slide. Otherwise just try to carry-on small but heavy items.
Originally Posted by
Shimon
I am booking two award bookings. One with Star Alliance and another with Skyteam. I only have enough miles for economy with Skyteam.
That said I will have the same problem on the way back where I will be having a few day stop over in Shanghai. My total baggage weight should be less on the way back but it is going to be more than 20kg.