China Eastern hand luggage size (cabin bag)
The China Eastern carry-on size limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm), 17.6 lb (8 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
- 17.6 lb
- 8 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 China Eastern carry-on limit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the China Eastern 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), 17.6 lb (8 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 China Eastern about carry-on size?
China Eastern 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 China Eastern 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 China Eastern carry-on bags?
Yes. The carry-on weight limit is 17.6 lb (8 kg).
What counts as a personal item on China Eastern?
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 China Eastern?
Yes. One carry-on and one personal item are included on every fare.
Data reviewed September 2026 against the official China Eastern baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy