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Air China Baggage Rules
Published personal item, carry-on and checked bag allowances for Air China (CA), verified against the carrier's own policy page on August 16, 2026.
Official Air China baggage policyWill my bag fit Air China?
Measure your bag including wheels and handles, then check it against Air China's published limit.
Air China carry-on limit: 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55.1 × 39.9 × 20.1 cm) · 11 lb
Allowance
Personal Item
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | Not specified | None published | Must fit under the seat |
Allowance
Carry-On
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55.1 × 39.9 × 20.1 cm) | 11 lb (5 kg) | Included |
Allowance
Checked Bag
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | 62 in total (L+W+D) / 157.5 cm | 50.7 lb (23 kg) | Included on most international fares |
Security rules for flights from China
These are government security and safety rules — separate from your airline's baggage allowance. They are set by the aviation authority at your departure point, not by the airline.
Screening at major departure airports
Beijing Capital International (PEK)
- Authority:
- CAAC
- Liquids:
- 100 ml containers in one 1 L bag on international departures
- Scanners:
- Conventional X-ray plus manual inspection
- Electronics:
- Power banks must carry a valid CCC mark
Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)
- Authority:
- CAAC
- Liquids:
- 100 ml containers in one 1 L bag on international departures
- Scanners:
- Conventional X-ray plus manual inspection
- Electronics:
- Power banks must carry a valid CCC mark
Power bank cabin restrictions
Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC)Power banks carried on flights departing mainland China must show a valid CCC certification mark and must not be recalled models. Uncertified or unmarked power banks are refused at screening.
- Carry-on:
- Yes - CCC-marked power banks only, cabin only
- Checked:
- No
- Watt-hour ceiling:
- 160 Wh
- Medication:
- Medical device batteries are assessed individually at screening.
Screening officers inspect power banks for the CCC mark and capacity rating; unmarked units are confiscated.
Last verified August 16, 2026Official source
ICAO dangerous goods baseline
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)ICAO Technical Instructions set the worldwide baseline that national regulators adopt: no spare lithium batteries in checked baggage, no flammable gases or liquids, no strike-anywhere matches, and e-cigarettes carried in the cabin only and never charged in flight.
- Carry-on:
- E-cigarettes and vapes: cabin only, charging prohibited
- Checked:
- Spare batteries, flammable liquids and gases prohibited
- Watt-hour ceiling:
- 160 Wh
- Medication:
- Medical oxygen and battery-powered medical devices require advance airline arrangement.
Where your departure country publishes no separate rule, carriers apply this ICAO baseline.
Last verified August 16, 2026Official source
FAQ
Air China baggage questions
- What is Air China's carry-on size limit?
- Air China's published cabin bag limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55.1 × 39.9 × 20.1 cm).
- Does Air China weigh carry-on bags?
- Yes — the published cabin bag weight limit is 11 lb (5 kg), and gate staff can weigh bags at any time.
- What size personal item does Air China allow?
- The under-seat personal item allowance is Not specified by airline — verify directly with carrier..
- What is Air China's checked bag size and weight limit?
- Checked bags are limited to 62 in total (L+W+D) / 157.5 cm, with a 50.7 lb weight limit. Bags over the limit are charged overweight or oversize fees.
- How do I know if my bag will fit on Air China?
- Measure your bag with the wheels and handles included, then run the measurements through the Travel Review HQ bag size checker. It compares your bag against Air China's published limits and, for connecting itineraries, against the strictest carrier on your route.
- Are Air China's baggage rules the same as airport security rules?
- No. Air China sets the size, weight and fee allowance. Liquids, power banks and prohibited items are set by the security authority in your departure country (China for most Air China departures), and both sets of rules apply to the same bag.
Check your own bag against Air China
Enter your bag's measurements and we'll tell you whether it clears the sizer — including on connecting flights with other carriers.
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Airline and airport baggage policies can change. Travel Review HQ verifies requirements against official sources, but travelers should confirm current restrictions with their airline before departure.