Air China hand luggage size (cabin bag)
The Air China carry-on size limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm), 11 lb (5 kg). Enter your bag below to see if it fits, and by how much.
- Carry-on limit
- 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in
- 55 × 40 × 20 cm
- Personal item limit
- 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in*
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm · guideline, not published
- Weight limit
- 11 lb
- 5 kg
- Carry-on on the cheapest fare
- Carry-on included on all fares
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Airlines that accept this bag
Airlines that won’t accept it
* guideline, not published
Rules to know
- No official personal item dimensions are published. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag is larger than the Air China carry-on limit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Air China hand luggage allowance?
Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm), 11 lb (5 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
How strict is Air China about carry-on size?
Air China publishes a 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm) limit and may check bags at the gate, especially on full flights. Bags that clearly exceed the limit are gate-checked.
Do wheels and handles count toward the Air China carry-on size?
Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.
Is there a weight limit for Air China carry-on bags?
Yes. The carry-on weight limit is 11 lb (5 kg).
What counts as a personal item on Air China?
A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. No exact size is published, so aim for a bag under 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
Is a carry-on free on Air China?
Yes. One carry-on and one personal item are included on every fare.
Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Air China baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy