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GOL Linhas Aéreas Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 35 x 25 cm
By Caden SorensonVerified Nov 2026Sourced from the official GOL Linhas Aéreas policy
Exact GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.
Quick answer
GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on bags can be up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8"), with a 12 kg (26.5 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 9.8")
- Weight limit: 12 kg (26.5 lb)
- Carry-on fee: free except on the Basic fare (personal item only)
- Personal item: up to 43 x 32 x 22 cm (16.9 x 12.6 x 8.7"), free on every fare
- Gate-check risk: Medium
- Last verified: Nov 2026
Carry-On Bag
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 55 x 35 x 25 cm
- Max dimensions (in)
- 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8"
- Weight limit
- 12 kg (26.5 lb)
- Fee
- Free
- Gate-check risk
- Medium
One Small Bag (carry-on) up to 12 kg (26.5 lb), 55 x 35 x 25 cm including wheels, stored in the overhead compartment. Limit increased from 10 kg to 12 kg for tickets issued from October 14, 2025 onward. Basic fare excludes the Small Bag; all other fares include it. Strictly enforced at Brazilian airports.
Personal Item
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 43 x 32 x 22 cm
- Max dimensions (in)
- 16.9 x 12.6 x 8.7"
- Included
- Yes, free
- Weight
- 10 kg (22 lb)
One Small Personal item (purse, backpack, eco-bag, laptop bag, airport shopping bag, or camera/electronics case) up to 10 kg (22 lb), 43 x 32 x 22 cm, stored under the seat in front of you.
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Alliance and loyalty
- Alliance
- None
- Loyalty program
- Smiles
GOL Linhas Aéreas cabin bag dimensions and bag size
The maximum GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on size is 55 x 35 x 25 cm, which works out to 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 inches. 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.
GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on weight limit
GOL Linhas Aéreas limits carry-on bags to 12 kg (26.5 lb).
Does GOL Linhas Aéreas charge for carry-on bags?
No. GOL Linhas Aéreas 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 a GOL Linhas Aéreas personal item
Common bag types compared against the GOL Linhas Aéreas personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.
| Bag type | Typical size | On GOL Linhas Aéreas |
|---|---|---|
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 |
GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on by fare class
| Fare | Carry-on | Personal item | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Not included | Included | Personal item only. Small Bag (12 kg carry-on) must be purchased separately, available up to 1 hour before flight on the website or app. |
| All other fares | Included | Included | Small Bag up to 12 kg + Small Personal item up to 10 kg both included. Higher fare tiers add checked bag allowance, seat selection, and flexibility. |
Common GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on mistakes
- Booking Basic and assuming the Small Bag rolls with it. Basic is personal item only; the Small Bag must be purchased separately or upgraded.
- Using the pre-2025-10-14 weight rule. Tickets issued before that date were 10 kg; tickets issued from 2025-10-14 onward are 12 kg.
- Mixing up domestic and international checked bag fees. GOL prices international bags and overweight separately from domestic, and international overweight costs more than double the domestic charge.
GOL Linhas Aéreas vs LATAM Airlines carry-on
GOL and LATAM are the two dominant carriers on Brazilian domestic routes. Both use the same Small Bag dimensions of 55 x 35 x 25 cm, but GOL allows 12 kg (since October 2025) versus LATAM's Economy 12 kg cap, so a bag that clears one will clear the other on weight too. The split is at the bottom fare tier: both Basic fares exclude the cabin bag and require purchasing it separately. For price-conscious domestic Brazilian travelers comparing Basic fares, the choice often comes down to schedule and homeport rather than baggage. LATAM wins on international network breadth, oneworld alliance access, and Premium Business cabin quality on long-haul routes.
See LATAM Airlines carry-on sizeGOL Linhas Aéreas checked baggage fees
* The 1st bag price is the figure GOL Linhas Aéreas publishes, in the currency it prints, and it varies by route, timing, and fare.
Checked-bag fees vary by route, fare, and timing, so no single first-bag or second-bag fee is listed here. Basic and Lite fares include no checked bag for non-members (Basic includes none at any Smiles tier; Lite includes the 1st bag for Smiles Silver members, the 1st and 2nd for Gold, and the 1st to 3rd for Diamond and Magno); Classic, Flex, and Premium Economy include the 1st bag; INSIGNIA Business includes the 1st and 2nd. Official domestic (National) prices per 23 kg bag, bought more than 48h before takeoff: 1st bag R$ 130 to R$ 250 | USD 30 to USD 70; 2nd bag R$ 160 to R$ 280 | USD 40 to USD 85. Within 48h the 1st bag is R$ 210 to R$ 250 | USD 50 to USD 70, and at the airport R$ 250 | USD 70; the 3rd to 5th bag costs R$ 290 to R$ 330 | USD 90 to USD 105 each within 48h and R$ 330 | USD 105 at the airport. On routes to and from the USA, the 1st bag costs R$ 425 to R$ 650 | USD 85 to USD 140 bought more than 48h before takeoff, USD 125 to USD 140 within 48h, and USD 140 at the airport; other international regions are priced separately. Overweight: domestic 23-32 kg R$ 300 / USD 70 and 32-45 kg R$ 350 / USD 75 (the overweight fees shown on this page are these domestic figures); international 23-32 kg is R$ 720 / USD 160 (South America, Central America/Caribbean/Mexico), R$ 720 / USD 180 (USA) or R$ 855 / USD 190 (Europe), and 32-45 kg is not available internationally. Standard weight limit 23 kg (51 lb) per bag, max dimensions 80 x 50 x 28 cm, max 5 pieces per customer.
Ways to skip the GOL Linhas Aéreas checked bag fee
- Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on size.
- Check your Smiles status. See whether your tier includes a free checked bag on GOL Linhas Aéreas.
GOL Linhas Aéreas special items & sports equipment
- Ski / snowboard
- Varies by route
- Golf clubs
- Varies by route
- Bicycle
- Varies by route
- Pet in cabin
- $45
- Pet as cargo
- Not published
Musical instruments: Musical instruments that do not fit carry-on size count as differentiated (special) baggage, charged a fee per piece by destination, the same as sports equipment. Buy it at GOL stores, the call center, or the airport; it is not sold online.
Sports equipment and musical instruments are 'differentiated baggage', charged per piece by region and timing, even on fares that include a free suitcase. Fees: within Brazil USD 60-79 more than 48 h before takeoff, USD 70-79 within 48 h, USD 80 at the airport (R$250-325); South America and Central America/Caribbean/Mexico USD 140-190; USA USD 190-240; Europe USD 170-250. Items up to 23 kg; heavier items pay a fixed excess fee, with hard caps of 45 kg domestic and 32 kg international. Buy at GOL stores, the call center, or airports (not online), up to 3 pieces per passenger. Pets: the Dog&Cat Cabine service carries cats and dogs up to 12 kg including the carrier (6 kg to or from Caracas) for USD 45-50 per segment domestic, USD 200-210 within South America, and USD 220-250 on other international routes, but it is not offered to or from the United States, Europe, or Fernando de Noronha. Larger pets fly via GOLLOG Animais; emotional support animals are not carried.
GOL Linhas Aéreas basic economy restrictions
- Carry-on allowed
- No
- Personal item allowed
- Yes
- Checked bag surcharge
- Not published
- Small Bag (carry-on) NOT included; on international flights it can be purchased separately (GOL does not sell the Basic fare on domestic flights)
- Small Personal item under the seat is included
- No checked bag included
- No seat selection until check-in
- No changes or refunds
Frequently asked questions
What is the GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on size limit?
GOL Linhas Aéreas allows carry-on bags up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 12 kg (26.5 lb).
What are the GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on dimensions in cm?
The GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 35 x 25 cm. In inches that converts to 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.
What is the GOL Linhas Aéreas hand luggage allowance?
GOL Linhas Aéreas 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 GOL Linhas Aéreas carry-on weight limit?
GOL Linhas Aéreas limits carry-on bags to 12 kg (26.5 lb).
Does GOL Linhas Aéreas charge for carry-on bags?
No. GOL Linhas Aéreas 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 GOL Linhas Aéreas personal item size?
The personal item on GOL Linhas Aéreas must fit within 43 x 32 x 22 cm (16.9 x 12.6 x 8.7") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. One Small Personal item (purse, backpack, eco-bag, laptop bag, airport shopping bag, or camera/electronics case) up to 10 kg (22 lb), 43 x 32 x 22 cm, stored under the seat in front of you.
Will my bag be gate-checked on GOL Linhas Aéreas?
Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on GOL Linhas Aéreas as Medium. It is our own rating, not a figure GOL Linhas Aéreas publishes. Arrive early in your boarding group to improve the odds of space in the overhead bins.
Can I bring a carry-on on GOL Linhas Aéreas Basic?
No. GOL Linhas Aéreas 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 a GOL Linhas Aéreas 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 GOL Linhas Aéreas limit of 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8"). 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 GOL Linhas Aéreas?
Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the GOL Linhas Aéreas personal item limit of 43 x 32 x 22 cm (16.9 x 12.6 x 8.7"). 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 GOL Linhas Aéreas?
Yes. GOL Linhas Aéreas limits the personal item to 10 kg (22 lb).
How much does a checked bag cost on GOL Linhas Aéreas?
On international flights, the first checked bag on GOL Linhas Aéreas costs USD 85-140 (USA routes). The price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. This figure comes from the official baggage information published by GOL Linhas Aéreas, checked in November 2026.
What are the GOL Linhas Aéreas overweight and oversize bag fees?
GOL Linhas Aéreas charges $70 for bags weighing 51 to 70 lb and $75 for 71 to 100 lb. Bags over 100 lb or 80 inches are generally refused.
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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.
- GOL Linhas Aéreas: Bagagem de mão accessed 2026-11-01
- GOL Linhas Aéreas: Bagagem despachada accessed 2026-11-01
- GOL Linhas Aéreas: Bagagens accessed 2026-10-30
- GOL Linhas Aéreas: Excesso de peso accessed 2026-11-01
- GOL Linhas Aéreas: Mais milhas para voce accessed 2026-10-28
- GOL Linhas Aéreas: Travelling with pets accessed 2026-10-01
- Star Alliance: Members accessed 2026-10-28
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