Air Canada Baggage Allowance
The exact Air Canada cabin bag size, checked baggage allowance by fare brand and excess baggage fees — copied from the official Air Canada baggage policy and checked on 30 October 2026.
Policy checked: 30 October 2026 · Source: official Air Canada website (link below)
Air Canada baggage allowance at a glance
Cabin: One standard carry-on article; max size 23 cm x 40 cm x 55 cm (9 in x 15.5 in x 21.5 in), wheels and handles included; must be light enough to store in the overhead bin unassisted
· Personal item: One personal article (e.g. briefcase, laptop, diaper bag, camera case); max size 16 x 33 x 43 cm (6 in x 13 in x 17 in)
Checked (Economy Basic (North America and Sun routes, tickets from January 3, 2025)): 1st checked bag $35 + tax; bags checked at the gate $65 + tax
How Air Canada counts your baggage
Air Canada uses the piece concept: your allowance is counted in bags (pieces), and each piece has its own weight and size limit. Two lighter bags are not automatically the same as one heavier bag — check the per-piece limit in the table below.
Air Canada cabin baggage allowance
| Personal item | One personal article (e.g. briefcase, laptop, diaper bag, camera case); max size 16 x 33 x 43 cm (6 in x 13 in x 17 in) |
| Cabin bag | One standard carry-on article; max size 23 cm x 40 cm x 55 cm (9 in x 15.5 in x 21.5 in), wheels and handles included; must be light enough to store in the overhead bin unassisted |
| Notes | Economy Basic tickets purchased on or after January 3, 2025 include only one personal article on board within North America and to/from Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean - no standard carry-on; mobility aids, medical devices and child strollers are exempt from carry-on charges. |
Air Canada checked baggage allowance by fare
| Fare / class | Checked baggage allowance |
|---|---|
| Economy Basic (North America and Sun routes, tickets from January 3, 2025) | 1st checked bag $35 + tax; bags checked at the gate $65 + tax |
| Economy Comfort (worldwide, tickets from January 3, 2025) | Two complimentary checked bags |
| Economy standard allowance (all fares) | Max 158 cm / 62 in total linear dimensions and max 23 kg / 50 lb per bag; free allowance depends on destination and fare - exact allowance and extra-bag fees shown in Air Canada's baggage calculator |
| Business Class | Up to 3 bags, max 158 cm / 62 in and max 32 kg / 70 lb per bag |
Fees shown in CAD on Canadian pages (+ tax where stated). Military personnel (Canadian and U.S., active, retired and reserve) get up to three checked bags up to 32 kg (70 lb) each at no charge on Air Canada-operated itineraries.
Excess and extra baggage fees
| Overweight bags | Additional fees apply above the fare allowance; amounts are shown only in Air Canada's baggage calculator, not listed on the pages read. Bags over 32 kg (70 lb) are not accepted as checked baggage (use Air Canada Cargo) |
| Extra bags | Additional bag fees apply per the baggage calculator; amounts not listed on the official pages read |
| Prepaid online vs airport | Fees payable at check-in online, on mobile, at airport kiosks or at a check-in counter; bags over 203 cm (80 in) in length or 292 cm (115 in) total linear dimensions are not accepted as checked baggage |
| Currency | CAD |
Special items on Air Canada
Infants & strollers
Infant/child checked allowance is shown in the baggage calculator; car seat and stroller carriage is covered on Air Canada's travel-with-children page (referenced on the official checked baggage page)
Wheelchairs & mobility aids
Mobility aids are exempt from carry-on charges for all customers, including Economy Basic
Frequently asked questions
What is the cabin baggage allowance on Air Canada?
Cabin bag: One standard carry-on article; max size 23 cm x 40 cm x 55 cm (9 in x 15.5 in x 21.5 in), wheels and handles included; must be light enough to store in the overhead bin unassisted Personal item: One personal article (e.g. briefcase, laptop, diaper bag, camera case); max size 16 x 33 x 43 cm (6 in x 13 in x 17 in) Economy Basic tickets purchased on or after January 3, 2025 include only one personal article on board within North America and to/from Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean - no standard carry-on; mobility aids, medical devices and child strollers are exempt from carry-on charges.
How much checked baggage is included on Air Canada?
Economy Basic (North America and Sun routes, tickets from January 3, 2025): 1st checked bag $35 + tax; bags checked at the gate $65 + tax; Economy Comfort (worldwide, tickets from January 3, 2025): Two complimentary checked bags; Economy standard allowance (all fares): Max 158 cm / 62 in total linear dimensions and max 23 kg / 50 lb per bag; free allowance depends on destination and fare - exact allowance and extra-bag fees shown in Air Canada's baggage calculator; Business Class: Up to 3 bags, max 158 cm / 62 in and max 32 kg / 70 lb per bag Fees shown in CAD on Canadian pages (+ tax where stated). Military personnel (Canadian and U.S., active, retired and reserve) get up to three checked bags up to 32 kg (70 lb) each at no charge on Air Canada-operated itineraries.
What happens if my bag is overweight on Air Canada?
Additional fees apply above the fare allowance; amounts are shown only in Air Canada's baggage calculator, not listed on the pages read. Bags over 32 kg (70 lb) are not accepted as checked baggage (use Air Canada Cargo)
Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online with Air Canada?
Fees payable at check-in online, on mobile, at airport kiosks or at a check-in counter; bags over 203 cm (80 in) in length or 292 cm (115 in) total linear dimensions are not accepted as checked baggage
Policy checked: 30 October 2026. Airlines change allowances and fees — confirm on the official page before you travel.
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