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Air France Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 35 x 25 cm
By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official Air France policy
Exact Air France carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.
Quick answer
Air France carry-on bags can be up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9"), with a 12 kg (26.4 lb) weight limit, and no carry-on fee except on the Basic fare, which includes a personal item only.
- Carry-on size: up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9")
- Weight limit: 12 kg (26.4 lb)
- Carry-on fee: free except on the Basic fare (personal item only)
- Personal item: up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6"), free on every fare
- Gate-check risk: Medium
- Last verified: Oct 2026
Carry-On Bag
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 55 x 35 x 25 cm
- Max dimensions (in)
- 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9"
- Weight limit
- 12 kg (26.4 lb)
- Fee
- Free
- Gate-check risk
- Medium
Economy allows 0 or 1 hand bag depending on the fare plus 1 small bag, 12 kg combined; Premium allows 2 hand bags plus a small bag, also 12 kg combined, and Business and La Premiere allow 18 kg. The Basic fare includes only the small bag (40x30x15 cm); Flying Blue Gold members and above get a hand bag free, others can buy the Hand Baggage option, whose price Air France does not publish on its baggage page.
Personal Item
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 40 x 30 x 15 cm
- Max dimensions (in)
- 16 x 12 x 6"
- Included
- Yes, free
- Weight
- Counts toward 12 kg total
Handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack.
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Alliance and loyalty
- Alliance
- SkyTeam
- Loyalty program
- Flying Blue
Air France cabin bag dimensions and bag size
The maximum Air France carry-on size is 55 x 35 x 25 cm, or 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9 inches as Air France publishes it. These measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets, so a bag marketed as "22 inch" can go over if its wheels push the total past 55 cm. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.
Air France carry-on weight limit
Air France limits carry-on bags to 12 kg (26.4 lb).
Does Air France charge for carry-on bags?
No. Air France includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the Basic fare, which includes a personal item only. Check your specific fare rules before you book.
What bags fit as an Air France personal item
Common bag types compared against the Air France personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.
| Bag type | Typical size | On Air France |
|---|---|---|
Standard backpack Everyday daypack, laptop backpack | 18 x 13 x 8" | Too big |
Tote bag Canvas or leather tote | 15 x 14 x 5" | Too big |
Laptop bag Messenger or slim briefcase | 16 x 12 x 4" | Fits |
Small duffel Gym or weekender | 18 x 11 x 11" | Too big |
Purse Handbag or crossbody | 12 x 10 x 5" | Fits |
Under-seat roller Mini wheeled bag | 16 x 14 x 8" | Too big |
Air France carry-on by fare class
| Fare | Carry-on | Personal item | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Light / Standard / Flex | Included | Included | 1 cabin bag up to 55x35x25 cm plus 1 personal item up to 40x30x15 cm; 12 kg combined. |
| Premium Economy | Included | Included | 2 cabin bags plus 1 personal item; 12 kg combined. |
| Business | Included | Included | 2 cabin bags plus 1 personal item; 18 kg combined. |
| La Premiere | Included | Included | 2 cabin bags plus 1 personal item; 18 kg combined. |
Common Air France carry-on mistakes
- Treating the 12 kg limit as per-bag; it is the combined weight of the cabin bag and the personal item in Economy.
- Bringing a 55x40x20 cm IATA-style bag; Air France's width is 35 cm, so a wider bag will fail the sizer.
- Assuming Light fares allow a free checked bag; hold baggage starts at around 25 euros online.
Air France vs KLM Royal Dutch Airlines carry-on
Air France and KLM have fully aligned their cabin baggage rules under the joint venture: both allow 55x35x25 cm plus a 40x30x15 cm personal item, 12 kg combined in Economy and in Premium (Air France Premium, KLM Premium Comfort), and 18 kg combined in Business. Premium and Business on either carrier permit two cabin bags plus a personal item, so transferring between AF and KLM on one itinerary avoids repack surprises. The practical differences are product and hub rather than luggage: AF routes through CDG and KLM through AMS. If you frequently connect, picking either airline gives identical carry-on entitlements.
See KLM Royal Dutch Airlines carry-on sizeAir France checked baggage fees
Economy includes 0 to 2 checked bags depending on the fare, each up to 23 kg / 50 lb and 158 cm (62.2 in) linear; the Light fare includes no checked bag. Business allows 32 kg / 70.5 lb per bag. Air France shows extra-bag prices when you book rather than publishing a fixed fee. On flights to or from the US and Canada an extra bag costs the same online as at the airport; on other routes buying at least 24 hours before departure is cheaper than the airport rate. Overweight bags up to 32 kg / 70.5 lb and oversized bags from 158 cm up to 300 cm are paid at the airport, with the fee depending on the trip. Flying Blue Silver and Gold members get 1 extra bag, Platinum and Ultimate members get 2.
Ways to skip the Air France checked bag fee
- Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Air France carry-on size.
- Check your Flying Blue status. See whether your tier includes a free checked bag on Air France.
Air France special items & sports equipment
- Ski / snowboard
- Not published
- Golf clubs
- Not published
- Bicycle
- Varies by route
- Pet in cabin
- Varies by route
- Pet as cargo
- Not published
Musical instruments: Instruments under 115 cm (height + length + width) can count as your hand baggage item of up to 12 kg, alongside your small bag. Over 115 cm and up to 45 kg, the instrument needs an additional paid seat booked at least 48 hours ahead with customer service approval. Checked instruments are free within your allowance (except Light and Basic fares) up to 158 cm and 23 kg, or 32 kg in Business and La Premiere; larger ones pay a fee at the airport.
Air France allows cats and dogs in the cabin up to 8 kg (17.64 lb) including the carrier, in a soft bag of max 46x28x24 cm. Fees are flat per route: from the US or Canada, USD 200 in the cabin and USD 600 in the hold to Europe, and USD 250 in the cabin and USD 750 in the hold to the rest of the world; other routes are priced in EUR (from 70 euros in the cabin within France). Bikes pay a zone-based fee at the airport, 40 to 125 euros, or USD 55 to 150 departing outside Europe. Air France does not publish a discount for an extra instrument seat.
Air France basic economy restrictions
- Carry-on allowed
- No
- Personal item allowed
- Yes
- Checked bag surcharge
- Not published
- No hand baggage included, only a small bag under the seat; Flying Blue Gold members and above bring one free, others can buy the Hand Baggage option
- The Light fare does not include checked baggage
- Light fare passengers can only buy a seat in advance; otherwise a seat is assigned free at online check-in, 30 hours before departure
- Changes only with the paid Change&Fly option, once and up to 14 days before departure, on short and medium-haul flights
Does my checked bag transfer to Air France's partner airlines?
Yes, on a single ticket. Air France holds checked-bag interline agreements with 159 airlines, so when your itinerary is booked as one ticket your bag is through-checked to the final destination on any of those carriers. You collect it once, at the end, not at the connecting airport. If your onward flight is on a carrier not on this list, or the two legs are on separate tickets, you must claim the bag at the connection, clear customs where required, and re-check it yourself, so allow extra connection time.
Through-check partners we cover (44 of 159):
- A3Aegean Airlines
- EIAer Lingus
- AMAeromexico
- ACAir Canada
- AIAir India
- NZAir New Zealand
- ASAlaska Airlines
- AAAmerican Airlines
- NHANA All Nippon Airways
- OSAustrian Airlines
- AVAvianca
- ADAzul Linhas Aereas
- BABritish Airways
- CXCathay Pacific
- CIChina Airlines
- CMCopa Airlines
- DLDelta Air Lines
- EKEmirates
- EYEtihad Airways
- BREVA Air
- AYFinnair
- FZflydubai
- G3GOL Linhas Aéreas
- HAHawaiian Airlines
- IBIberia
- AZITA Airways
- JLJapan Airlines
- JQJetstar Airways
- KLKLM Royal Dutch Airlines
- KEKorean Air
- LALATAM Airlines
- LHLufthansa
- QFQantas
- SKSAS Scandinavian Airlines
- SVSaudia
- SQSingapore Airlines
- LXSWISS International Air Lines
- TPTAP Air Portugal
- TGThai Airways
- HVTransavia
- TKTurkish Airlines
- UAUnited Airlines
- VSVirgin Atlantic
- WSWestJet
Plus 115 more partner airlines not yet profiled on this site.
Air France also files e-ticket interline with 158 carriers, which lets two airlines sell a single through-ticket. Through-checked bags depend on the baggage agreement above, not the e-ticket count. Interline partners verified May 2026 from ExpertFlyer, Travel Information, Interline Agreements (Premium tier).
Frequently asked questions
What is the Air France carry-on size limit?
Air France allows carry-on bags up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 12 kg (26.4 lb).
What are the Air France carry-on dimensions in cm?
The Air France carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 35 x 25 cm. Air France publishes the inch size as 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.
What is the Air France hand luggage allowance?
Air France hand luggage (the cabin bag that goes in the overhead bin) can measure up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm and weigh up to 12 kg. A personal item that fits under the seat is included on every fare.
What is the Air France carry-on weight limit?
Air France limits carry-on bags to 12 kg (26.4 lb).
Does Air France charge for carry-on bags?
No. Air France includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the Basic fare, which includes a personal item only.
What is the Air France personal item size?
The personal item on Air France must fit within 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack.
Will my bag be gate-checked on Air France?
Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on Air France as Medium. It is our own rating, not a figure Air France publishes. Arrive early in your boarding group to improve the odds of space in the overhead bins.
Can I bring a carry-on on Air France Basic?
No. Air France Basic passengers are limited to one personal item that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on either is not allowed or costs an extra fee.
Does a 22-inch suitcase fit as an Air France carry-on?
No. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on (55.9 x 35.6 x 22.9 cm) is over the Air France limit of 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9"). Longest side 55.9 cm, limit 55 cm: 0.9 cm over; Middle side 35.6 cm, limit 35 cm: 0.6 cm over. Choose a bag within the limit, measured with wheels and handles.
Does a backpack count as a personal item on Air France?
Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Air France personal item limit of 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6"). A backpack within that limit counts as the personal item, and a bigger one counts as the carry-on.
Is there a weight limit for personal items on Air France?
Yes. Air France counts the personal item toward the 12 kg (26.5 lb) cabin baggage limit, so your cabin bags together must weigh no more than 12 kg. Business and La Premiere allow 18 kg in total.
How much does a checked bag cost on Air France?
Air France does not publish one flat first checked bag fee. The price varies by route and fare class.
Will my checked bag transfer to Air France's partner airlines?
On a single ticket, yes. Air France has checked-bag interline agreements with 159 airlines, so your bag is through-checked to your final destination and you collect it only at the end. If your connecting flight is on a carrier without an agreement, or the legs are booked on separate tickets, you must claim and re-check the bag at the connection yourself.
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Sources
Facts, costs, and travel details in this carry-on guide were verified against the following sources. See our research methodology for how we vet and update data.
- Air France: Bagage cabine soute accessed 2026-10-30
- Air France: Familles enfants accessed 2026-10-23
- Air France: Flyingblue accessed 2026-10-28
- Air France: Voyager avec son animal chien chat accessed 2026-10-23
- SkyTeam: Our members accessed 2026-10-28
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