Air China Cabin Baggage Size & Allowance
Air China: carry-on up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm, 5 kg.
Baggage allowance for Air China · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
A handbag, laptop bag or small backpack that fits under the seat in front of you.
Economy is one piece of 5 kg — among the tightest cabin weight limits of any major carrier. Business and First allow more.
Economy, Super Economy and Premium Economy pieces are 23 kg each; international pieces may not exceed 158 cm in total dimensions.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Air China · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Excess & Oversize Fees
Charges are usually lower when paid online before travel than at the airport.
Good to Know
Will your bag fit Air China?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for Air ChinaThe three baggage types, explained
Airlines split what you travel with into three allowances. Each has its own size and weight limit, and the one you exceed decides what you pay.
The small bag that goes under the seat in front of you — handbag, laptop bag or small backpack. Usually free and rarely weighed.
The wheeled case you take into the cabin and store in the overhead bin. Sized at the gate, and weighed by many airlines.
The large suitcase you hand over at the desk and collect at your destination. Charged by bag, with strict weight limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a cabin bag free on Air China?
Yes, according to Air China's published policy: one cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in), 5 kg (11 lb). Basic fares and flights operated by partner airlines can differ, so check the allowance on your booking.
What happens if my bag doesn't fit Air China's sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate, and depending on your fare Air China can charge for it. Adding a bag online before you fly is usually cheaper. The current amounts are on Air China's own fees page. Air China baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Air China cabin bag?
Yes. Air China allows a personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag as long as it fits under the seat in front of you; it publishes no exact size.
Compare with other airlines
Baggage limits differ sharply between carriers — these are the ones travellers most often weigh against Air China.
