Air Canada Baggage Fees And Policy - Air Canada is Canada's largest airline and the country's flag carrier. Air Canada's baggage policies don't differ too much from the policies of U.S.-based airlines. As with U.S. airlines, you can save money on bag fees by holding elite status or using a branded airline credit card.
Let’s take a look at Air Canada's baggage fees and the policy for checked bags. Moreover, for further details, you can contact Airlines Ticket Policy at the toll-free number +1-888-474-0163.
The Air Canada (AC), Air Canada Express, and Air Canada rouge baggage policy for regular basic fares include the following:
How Many Bags Can You Bring On Air Canada?
Air Canada's baggage allowance varies based on the fare type you book, the destination, your elite status and whether you hold a co-branded credit card.
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When travelling with Air Canada, you’re able to bring two articles on board — one standard article and one personal article — plus a coat, a small purse or an infant care item, regardless of the destination. Maximum allowed dimensions:
Maximum dimensions for carry-on bags include wheels and handles, and they must fit in the overhead compartments. Although there’s no weight limit to cabin baggage, you must be able to lift it and store it in the bin by yourself. If you’re travelling with an infant on your lap, you’re allowed to bring an extra standard carry-on article.
The airline sells five fare classes within the economy class: Basic, Standard, Flex, Comfort and Latitude. If you’re flying in economy class within Canada, to the United States, Mexico or the Caribbean, you get the following checked baggage allowance:
The maximum weight for a checked bag is 50 pounds (23 kilograms) per bag and the maximum linear dimensions — that is, width plus height plus depth — are 62 inches (158 centimeters). Bags that exceed those limits are considered overweight or oversized and are subject to additional fees.
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Here's what you can expect to pay for your first and second checked bags in economy class on Air Canada-operated flights.
Economy fare type |
Within Canada |
Between Canada and the U.S. |
Between Canada and Mexico or the Caribbean |
Other international travel |
Basic |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $100. |
Standard |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $100. |
Flex |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $100. |
Comfort |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $50. |
Second bag: $100. |
Latitude |
Second bag: free. |
Second bag: Free. |
Second bag: Free. |
Second bag: Free. |
Air Canada (AC) allows 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item (purse, briefcase, laptop bag) per passenger fee-free.
Carry-on should not exceed the following size and weight restrictions:
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Air Canada's (AC) standard checked baggage / hold luggage policy details follow:
Bags weighing 50 to 70 pounds (23 to 32 kilograms) are considered overweight, and bags with measurements of 63 to 115 linear inches (160 to 292 centimeters) are considered oversized. (Bags larger than these tolerances need to be shipped via air cargo.) You’ll pay the following fees for overweight and oversized bags and for additional bags beyond your standard baggage allowance.
Flight route |
Overweight or oversized bags |
Overweight and
oversized bags |
Additional bag |
Within Canada |
$105 to $115. |
$105 to $115. |
$105 to $115. |
Between Canada and the U.S. |
$105 to $115. |
$105 to $115. |
$105 to $115. |
Between Canada and Mexico, Costa Rica or the Caribbean |
$100 to $118. |
$100 to $118. |
$225 to $265.50. |
Other international travel |
$100 to $118. |
$100 to $118. |
$225 to $265.50. |
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Sports equipment such as skis, golf bags, fishing equipment, hockey, and lacrosse equipment will be accepted up to Air Canada's (AC) size and weight limits and will count as one checked bag/hold bag. Associated fees might be applied.
Sporting and hunting equipment fees
Certain sports equipment and hunting equipment incurs additional fees. If you’re traveling with the following items, expect to pay extra:
To avoid inconvenience and unexpected fees, passengers should adhere to Air Canada's baggage policies and guidelines. This includes sticking to weight and size restrictions and planning ahead for special items.
Passengers are also advised to take note of itineraries that include travel with Air Canada’s codeshare partners. In such cases, the baggage policies of the other carrier may apply.
When you fly Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge or Air Canada Express, you might have to pay to check a bag.
However, you can avoid the checked baggage fees if you purchase select fares, fly certain routes, have elite status with the Airplane program or hold the right credit card. Keep in mind that you still might be on the hook if your bag is too large or weighs too much or if you’re checking multiple bags.
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