Air Canada·Star Alliance
Air Canada Baggage Fees & Allowance
Air Canada Baggage Fees & Allowance — Summary
Air Canada carry-on size limits, checked bag fees, weight limits, overweight and oversize charges, and who gets bags free. Updated policy summary with booking help.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Personal item: One personal item plus a carry-on on every fare including Basic..
- Carry-on bag: One standard carry-on plus one personal item on all fares.
- First checked bag: Charged on Basic, Standard and Flex fares within North America.
- Second checked bag: Charged in economy; included in Premium Economy and Signature Class..
Personal item
One personal item plus a carry-on on every fare including Basic.
Carry-on bag
One standard carry-on plus one personal item on all fares. Maximum dimensions: 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches).
First checked bag
Charged on Basic, Standard and Flex fares within North America. Included on transatlantic and transpacific economy fares above Basic.
Second checked bag
Charged in economy; included in Premium Economy and Signature Class.
Weight limits
23 kg (50 lbs) in Economy and Premium Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Signature Class.
Overweight bag charges
Charges apply from 23 kg to 32 kg. Over 32 kg is refused.
Oversize bag charges
Over 158 cm total attracts an oversize charge.
Who gets bags free
Free bags for Aeroplan 25K and above, Star Alliance Gold, Aeroplan co-brand cardholders, and premium cabins.
Sports and special equipment
Ski, snowboard and golf equipment travels as a standard checked bag. Air Canada is well set up for winter sports gear.
Air Canada baggage allowance & fees — common questions
What is the Air Canada carry-on size limit?
55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches) including wheels and handles. One standard carry-on plus one personal item on all fares.
How much does a checked bag cost on Air Canada?
Charged on Basic, Standard and Flex fares within North America. Included on transatlantic and transpacific economy fares above Basic. A second bag: Charged in economy; included in Premium Economy and Signature Class.
What is the Air Canada checked baggage weight limit?
23 kg (50 lbs) in Economy and Premium Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Signature Class. Charges apply from 23 kg to 32 kg. Over 32 kg is refused.
Can I get a free checked bag on Air Canada?
Free bags for Aeroplan 25K and above, Star Alliance Gold, Aeroplan co-brand cardholders, and premium cabins.
More Air Canada help
Booking Air Canada? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.