Airline baggage guide
Air Canada
Official personal-item, carry-on and checked-baggage limits.
Last checked · Sep 2026
Personal item
All cabins
No weight limit published
43 × 33 × 16 cm
One personal item up to 43 × 33 × 16 cm.
Cabin bag
All cabins
No weight limit published
55 × 40 × 23 cm
One standard carry-on up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm. Some Basic fares on specified routes allow only a personal item.
Checked bag
Economy
Per bag 23 kg
Linear total 158 cm
A standard checked bag is up to 23 kg and 158 cm linear total; free bags and fees depend on destination, purchase date, fare and status.
Confirm these before booking
- • The operating carrier and route shown on the ticket
- • Whether your selected Basic, Light or other fare includes free bags
- • The smallest cabin-bag limit on a connection
Rules vary by airline and route
Always verify important restrictions with your airline and the official security authority before departure.