Southeast Asia · Malaysia
Malaysia Airlines Baggage Rules
Published personal item, carry-on and checked bag allowances for Malaysia Airlines (MH), verified against the carrier's own policy page on August 16, 2026.
Official Malaysia Airlines baggage policyWill my bag fit Malaysia Airlines?
Measure your bag including wheels and handles, then check it against Malaysia Airlines's published limit.
Malaysia Airlines carry-on limit: 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (55.9 × 36.1 × 23.1 cm) · 15.4 lb
Allowance
Personal Item
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (39.9 × 30 × 15 cm) | None published | Free |
Allowance
Carry-On
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (55.9 × 36.1 × 23.1 cm) | 15.4 lb (7 kg) | Included |
Allowance
Checked Bag
| Cabin / fare | Route | Max size | Max weight | Fees & notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| economy | All routes | Not specified | 66.1 lb (30 kg) | Included on economy |
Security rules for flights from Malaysia
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
Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)
- Authority:
- CAAM
- Liquids:
- 100 ml containers in one 1 L bag
- Scanners:
- Conventional X-ray screening
- Electronics:
- Gate screening on some international departures
Liquids, aerosols and gels
National civil aviation authorities (ICAO Annex 17 aligned)Carry-on liquids are limited to 100 ml containers in one transparent resealable one-litre bag across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines.
- Carry-on:
- Yes - 100 ml containers in one 1 L clear bag
- Checked:
- Yes, subject to dangerous goods limits
- Container limit:
- 100 ml
- Medication:
- Medication and infant formula exempt when declared.
Expect laptops and power banks to be screened separately at most regional airports.
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
Malaysia Airlines baggage questions
- What is Malaysia Airlines's carry-on size limit?
- Malaysia Airlines's published cabin bag limit is 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (55.9 × 36.1 × 23.1 cm).
- Does Malaysia Airlines weigh carry-on bags?
- Yes — the published cabin bag weight limit is 15.4 lb (7 kg), and gate staff can weigh bags at any time.
- What size personal item does Malaysia Airlines allow?
- The under-seat personal item allowance is 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (39.9 × 30 × 15 cm).
- What is Malaysia Airlines's checked bag size and weight limit?
- Checked bags are limited to Not specified by airline — verify directly with carrier., with a 66.1 lb weight limit. Bags over the limit are charged overweight or oversize fees.
- How do I know if my bag will fit on Malaysia Airlines?
- 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 Malaysia Airlines's published limits and, for connecting itineraries, against the strictest carrier on your route.
- Are Malaysia Airlines's baggage rules the same as airport security rules?
- No. Malaysia Airlines sets the size, weight and fee allowance. Liquids, power banks and prohibited items are set by the security authority in your departure country (Malaysia for most Malaysia Airlines departures), and both sets of rules apply to the same bag.
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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.