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Air Canada baggage policy

The airline offers clear guidelines for carry-on and checked baggage to ensure a smooth journey. Understanding the Air Canada baggage policy can help avoid unexpected charges. So, here are the updated details as per 19 December,2024.

Carry-On Baggage

Standard Carry-on: Maximum size: 55 cm height, 40 cm width &23 cm depth.
Personal Item: Maximum size: 33 cm height, 43 cm width, 16 cm depth.
Weight: No weight limit, butit must fit in the overhead bin.
Items Allowed: Backpacks, briefcases, small pets in carriers, or duty-free items.
Restrictions: Some items are restricted, including air purifiers and ionizers, compressed gas, corrosive and oxidizing materials, explosives, paint, toxins, etc.

Checked Baggage:

Weight and Size: Maximum weight is 50 lb/bag, and maximum linear dimensions are 62 in/bag.
Your Air Canada baggage fee depends on your fare type, destination, and loyalty status.

Fare Type	1st Bag Fee	2nd Bag Fee
Basic & Standard	$35 - $42	$50 - $60
Comfort & Flex	Free	$50 - $60
Latitude	Free (2 Bags)	N/A

If you want to find your checked baggage fee for travel outside Canada, call us at +1 (323) 800 6001 . Our team can help you with any baggage-related queries and also offer amazing airline deals.

Overweight, Oversized & Additional Baggage:

Weight Limit: Bags weighing 50-70 lb are considered overweight.
Size Limit: Bags measuring 63-115 in (linear dimensions) are considered oversized.
Fee: $100.00 - $120.00
Additional Bags: $100.00 - $120.00 for any additional checked bag beyond the standard allowance.

Note: Remember, for oversized or overweight baggage, you'll need to arrive at the airport at least 120 minutes before departure.

FAQs

Baggage allowance varies by fare type, destination, and ticket class. For precise baggage details on your Air Canada reservations, call FondTravels at +1 (323) 800 6001 and get expert guidance.

Yes, certain fares like Flex or Latitude offer one free checked bag. For other fares, there's usually a baggage fee, starting from $50-$100 for Air Canada international flights.

Air Canada's baggage policy allows two checked bags depending on your fare type. Restrictions apply based on weight, size, and ticket class, so review your booking details carefully.

A purse is considered a personal item, not a carry-on. You are allowed one personal item and one standard carry-on with yourAir Canada flights tickets.

Air Canada baggage fees can be waived for some fare classes like Comfort or Latitude or through Star Alliance or Altitude membership benefits. Review your fare details for eligibility.

Air Canada enforces size limits of 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches for carry-ons and one personal item. They're as strict as other carriers but generally avoid extra fees besides your airline ticket.