Air New Zealand·Star Alliance
Air New Zealand Baggage Fees & Allowance
Air New Zealand Baggage Fees & Allowance — Summary
Air New Zealand 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 cabin bag..
- Carry-on bag: One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in premium cabins.
- First checked bag: US routes allow one or two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy depending on fare — check your specific fare..
- Second checked bag: Included on higher economy fares and in premium cabins..
Personal item
One personal item plus a cabin bag.
Carry-on bag
One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in premium cabins. Maximum dimensions: 55 x 40 x 22 cm.
First checked bag
US routes allow one or two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy depending on fare — check your specific fare.
Second checked bag
Included on higher economy fares and in premium cabins.
Weight limits
23 kg (50 lbs) per piece in Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Business Premier.
Overweight bag charges
Excess charged per piece.
Oversize bag charges
Over 158 cm total attracts an oversize charge.
Who gets bags free
Airpoints Elite and Gold members and Star Alliance Gold receive extra allowance.
Sports and special equipment
Air New Zealand handles ski, golf and hiking equipment routinely given its inbound adventure tourism.
Air New Zealand baggage allowance & fees — common questions
What is the Air New Zealand carry-on size limit?
55 x 40 x 22 cm including wheels and handles. One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in premium cabins.
How much does a checked bag cost on Air New Zealand?
US routes allow one or two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy depending on fare — check your specific fare. A second bag: Included on higher economy fares and in premium cabins.
What is the Air New Zealand checked baggage weight limit?
23 kg (50 lbs) per piece in Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Business Premier. Excess charged per piece.
Can I get a free checked bag on Air New Zealand?
Airpoints Elite and Gold members and Star Alliance Gold receive extra allowance.
More Air New Zealand help
Booking Air New Zealand? 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.