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Japan Airlines Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 25 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official Japan Airlines policy

Exact Japan Airlines carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.

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  1. Quick answer
  2. Japan Airlines dimensions
  3. Weight limit
  4. Carry-on fee
  5. Bag fit matrix
  6. Fare class breakdown
  7. Overhead bin size
  8. What counts as a personal item
  9. vs ANA All Nippon Airways
  10. Checked bag fees
  11. Special items
  12. Basic economy
  13. FAQ
  14. Sources

Quick answer

Japan Airlines carry-on bags can be up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (22 x 16 x 10"), with a 10 kg (22 lb) weight limit, and no carry-on fee on any fare, including the Economy Standard fare.

  • Carry-on size: up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (22 x 16 x 10")
  • Weight limit: 10 kg (22 lb)
  • Carry-on fee: free on every fare, including the Economy Standard fare
  • Personal item: must fit under the seat, free on every fare
  • Gate-check risk: Low
  • Last verified: Oct 2026
Japan Airlines carry-on maximum size, 55 x 40 x 25 cm (22 x 16 x 10 inches)55 cm (22")25 cm (10")40 cm(16")LHW
Japan Airlines maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Carry-On Bag

Max dimensions (cm)
55 x 40 x 25 cm
Max dimensions (in)
22 x 16 x 10"
Weight limit
10 kg (22 lb)
Fee
Free
Gate-check risk
Low

JAL allows one carry-on bag plus one personal belonging, with a combined weight of up to 10 kg (22 lbs). The bag must be within 115 cm (45 in) in total and 55 x 40 x 25 cm, and the personal belonging must fit under the seat in front.

Personal Item

Max dimensions (cm)
Not published
Max dimensions (in)
Not published
Included
Yes, free
Weight
Counts toward 10 kg total

A handbag, small laptop bag, or camera bag in addition to the main carry-on.

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Alliance and loyalty

Alliance
oneworld
Loyalty program
JAL Mileage Bank
Official partner airlines

Japan Airlines cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Japan Airlines carry-on size is 55 x 40 x 25 cm, or 22 x 16 x 10 inches as Japan Airlines 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.

Japan Airlines carry-on weight limit

Japan Airlines limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Japan Airlines charge for carry-on bags?

No. Japan Airlines includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare, including the Economy Standard fare.

What bags fit as a Japan Airlines personal item

Common bag types compared against the Japan Airlines personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.

Bag typeTypical sizeOn Japan Airlines
Standard backpack
Everyday daypack, laptop backpack
18 x 13 x 8"Under-seat only
Tote bag
Canvas or leather tote
15 x 14 x 5"Under-seat only
Laptop bag
Messenger or slim briefcase
16 x 12 x 4"Under-seat only
Small duffel
Gym or weekender
18 x 11 x 11"Under-seat only
Purse
Handbag or crossbody
12 x 10 x 5"Under-seat only
Under-seat roller
Mini wheeled bag
16 x 14 x 8"Under-seat only

Japan Airlines carry-on by fare class

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
EconomyIncludedIncluded1 piece up to 55x40x25 cm and 115 cm total. Combined weight with personal item up to 10 kg.
Premium EconomyIncludedIncludedSame as Economy: 55x40x25 cm and combined 10 kg.
BusinessIncludedIncludedSame size and combined 10 kg limit.
FirstIncludedIncludedSame size and combined 10 kg limit.

Japan Airlines overhead bin size by aircraft

JAL's international page publishes one rule: 115 cm in total and within 55 x 40 x 25 cm, including handles and wheels. Domestic Japan flights have their own size chart.

What counts as a personal item on Japan Airlines

Allowed

  • Handbag
  • Laptop bag
  • Small backpack that fits under the seat

Japan Airlines vs ANA All Nippon Airways carry-on

JAL matches ANA almost exactly: 55x40x25 cm carry-on plus a personal item, 10 kg combined. Both sit 3 kg above Cathay and Singapore Economy, which is the main reason Japan-based travelers feel less pinched in the cabin. The gotcha is shared: the 10 kg is total across both items, not per bag, and both carriers weigh at the gate in Tokyo. Domestic Japan sectors on smaller aircraft shrink the allowance on both airlines. Net, the choice is alliance, not baggage: JAL flies Oneworld, ANA flies Star.

See ANA All Nippon Airways carry-on size
Japan Airlines checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bagFree
2nd bagFree
Long-haul / international
1st bagFree
Weight limit51 lb
Linear dim80 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

On international Economy and Premium Economy, JAL includes 2 free checked bags at 23 kg / 51 lb each. Premium Economy and Economy allow up to 9 checked bags max per person (each additional bag incurs excess fees). Max single bag 45 kg hard limit, but 32 kg / 70 lb is the practical excess-weight cap. Max 203 cm / 80 in linear (including wheels and handles).

Ways to skip the Japan Airlines checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Japan Airlines carry-on size.
  2. Check your JAL Mileage Bank status. See whether your tier includes a free checked bag on Japan Airlines.
Japan Airlines special items & sports equipment
Ski / snowboard
As a checked bagsee details below
Golf clubs
As a checked bagsee details below
Bicycle
As a checked bagsee details below
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments count as carry-on. Larger instruments can be checked within allowance or booked as an extra cabin seat (CBBG).

JAL does not allow pets in the cabin on international flights. Checked pets travel in crates in the air-conditioned bulk cargo room, with a separate charge outside the free baggage allowance; JAL Cargo also ships animals. Ski, golf, and bike equipment count as a standard checked bag within allowance.

Japan Airlines basic economy restrictions
Economy StandardJapan Airlines' lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
Yes
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • JAL does not currently sell a heavily-restricted basic-economy fare
  • Standard Economy includes 2 x 23 kg bags on international routes
  • Fare flexibility varies by booking class

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japan Airlines carry-on size limit?

Japan Airlines allows carry-on bags up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (22 x 16 x 10"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

What are the Japan Airlines carry-on dimensions in cm?

The Japan Airlines carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 40 x 25 cm. Japan Airlines publishes the inch size as 22 x 16 x 10". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.

What is the Japan Airlines hand luggage allowance?

Japan Airlines hand luggage (the cabin bag that goes in the overhead bin) can measure up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm and weigh up to 10 kg. A personal item that fits under the seat is also included on every fare.

What is the Japan Airlines carry-on weight limit?

Japan Airlines limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Japan Airlines charge for carry-on bags?

No. Japan Airlines includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare, including the Economy Standard fare.

What is the Japan Airlines personal item size?

Japan Airlines does not publish personal item dimensions. Your bag must fit fully under the seat in front of you. A handbag, small laptop bag, or camera bag in addition to the main carry-on.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Japan Airlines?

Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on Japan Airlines as Low. It is our own rating, not a figure Japan Airlines publishes. Overhead bin space is usually sufficient on full flights.

Does a 22-inch suitcase fit as a Japan Airlines carry-on?

Usually yes. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on suitcase fits within the Japan Airlines carry-on limit of 55 x 40 x 25 cm (22 x 16 x 10"). Confirm your specific bag measures under the limit with wheels and handles included.

Does a backpack count as a personal item on Japan Airlines?

Japan Airlines does not publish exact personal item dimensions. Our guidance: a small daypack that slides fully under the seat is the safest choice; oversized hiking or travel backpacks count as a carry-on.

Is there a weight limit for personal items on Japan Airlines?

Yes. Japan Airlines counts the personal item toward the 10 kg (22 lb) cabin baggage limit, so your cabin bags together must weigh no more than 10 kg.

How much does a checked bag cost on Japan Airlines?

Japan Airlines includes a first checked bag on most economy fares.

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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.

If a figure looks wrong, email hello@vient.org, see how we handle corrections, or browse past fixes in our public changelog.

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