Cathay Pacific Cabin Baggage Size & Allowance
Cathay Pacific: carry-on up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm, 7 kg.
Baggage allowance for Cathay Pacific · 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.
One cabin bag per passenger. Measured with wheels and handles included.
Cathay standard checked baggage is limited to 158 cm per piece. Economy Light: 1 × 23 kg; Economy Essential/Flex and Premium Economy: 2 × 23 kg; Business: 2 × 32 kg; First: 3 × 32 kg. Hong Kong–New Zealand Business has a 3 × 23 kg exception.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Cathay Pacific · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Cabin allowance by fare
The figures above are the standard allowance. On Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for Cathay PacificThe 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 Cathay Pacific?
Yes, according to Cathay Pacific's published policy: one cabin bag up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 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 Cathay Pacific's sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate, and depending on your fare Cathay Pacific can charge for it. Adding a bag online before you fly is usually cheaper. The current amounts are on Cathay Pacific's own fees page. Cathay Pacific baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Cathay Pacific cabin bag?
Yes. Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific.
