Air Canada2026 Baggage Policy
Airline Info
- Region
- North America
- IATA / ICAO
- AC/ACA
- Country
- Canada
- Website
- aircanada.com
Allowance Overview
On Air Canada, Economy Basic is the cheapest fare. You can bring 1 small bag for free, but no cabin bag. The small bag has no specified weight limit.
Baggage size limits
Small bags go under the seat in front of you, while cabin bags go in the overhead locker. When a size limit is published, measure the bag from the furthest points, including handles and wheels.
Small Bag
- Max dimensions
- 43 × 33 × 16 cm
Cabin Bag
- Max dimensions
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold Bag
- Max linear dimensions
- 157 cm
Fare
Air Canada offers 7 fares across all routes. Economy Basic is the cheapest fare. When included, small bags and cabin bags do not have a published weight limit. Make sure you can lift and stow them yourself.
FAQ
You can take 1 small bag, so a backpack is fine if it fits that allowance. A separate cabin bag is not included.
See the fare table to compare what each fare includes.
References
The baggage policies detailed above are sourced directly from the airline's official documentation. Policies are subject to change; we recommend verifying the latest limits with the airline before booking.
- 1.Carry On Baggage
- 2.Checked Baggage | Air Canada
- 3.Air Canada - Flight Cabin Information
- 4.Air Canada Economy Class
- 5.Air Canada International Economy Class
- 6.Air Canada Premium Economy Class
- 7.Air Canada - North America Business Class
- 8.Air Canada Signature Class cabin
- 9.North America & Caribbean Rouge Class
- 10.Air Canada International Rouge Class
- 11.Air Canada North America and Caribbean Premium Rouge Class
- 12.Air Canada International Premium Rouge Class
- 13.Air Canada Checked Baggage Policy
- 14.Baggage fee changes
- 15.Our General Terms and Conditions of Carriage - Air Canada