Hainan Airlines Cabin Baggage Size & Allowance
Hainan Airlines: carry-on up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm, 7 kg.
Baggage allowance for Hainan Airlines · 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.
Domestic: max 55 × 40 × 20 cm and 7 kg. International/regional: max 115 cm total (L + W + H) and 10 kg per piece; US departures also use max 115 cm total and 10 kg.
Hainan updated checked baggage rules from 2 Sep 2026. Many international branded fares use 158 cm and 23 kg Economy pieces, while route/fare allowances vary; single pieces may not exceed 32 kg and 203 cm.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Hainan Airlines · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Cabin allowance by fare
The figures above are the standard allowance. On Hainan Airlines 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 Hainan Airlines?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for Hainan AirlinesThe 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 Hainan Airlines?
Yes, according to Hainan Airlines' published policy: one cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 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 Hainan Airlines' sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate, and depending on your fare Hainan Airlines can charge for it. Adding a bag online before you fly is usually cheaper. The current amounts are on Hainan Airlines' own fees page. Hainan Airlines baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Hainan Airlines cabin bag?
Yes. Hainan Airlines 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 Hainan Airlines.
