Air New Zealand Cabin Baggage Size & Allowance
Air New Zealand: carry-on up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm, 7 kg.
Baggage allowance for Air New Zealand · 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.
On the smaller Q300 aircraft the depth of the bag may not exceed 22 cm.
Every checked bag is 23 kg and 158 cm total, in all cabins — higher cabins add bags rather than weight. A bag over 23 kg is accepted up to 32 kg for an excess fee.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Air New Zealand · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Cabin allowance by fare
The figures above are the standard allowance. On Air New Zealand it changes with the fare or cabin you book.
Excess & Oversize Fees
Charges are usually lower when paid online before travel than at the airport.
Good to Know
Will your bag fit Air New Zealand?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for Air New ZealandThe 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 New Zealand?
Yes, according to Air New Zealand's published policy: one cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), 7 kg (15 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 New Zealand's sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate, and depending on your fare Air New Zealand can charge for it. Adding a bag online before you fly is usually cheaper. The current amounts are on Air New Zealand's own fees page. Air New Zealand baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Air New Zealand cabin bag?
Yes. Air New Zealand 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 New Zealand.