The short answer
- Personal item: free, up to 16 × 12 × 6 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
- Carry-on: free on standard fares, up to 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.9 in (55 × 35 × 25 cm), 26.4 lb max.
- Checked bag: first bag Included on Standard; paid on Light & Basic; up to 50 lb (23 kg) and 62.2 linear inches.
- Air France Basic & Light: The new Basic fare includes only a small under-seat bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm). Light, Standard and Flex include a carry-on and small bag, 12 kg combined.
Air France bag fees at a glance
| Bag | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Personal item | Free | 16 × 12 × 6 in |
| Carry-on bag | Free | 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.9 in |
| 1st checked bag | Included on Standard; paid on Light & Basic | Up to 50 lb / 23 kg |
| 2nd checked bag | About $75 USA–Europe | Up to 62.2 linear in |
| Overweight bag | Bags over the included weight (max 32 kg) pay an airport fee that depends on the route. | |
| Oversize bag | 158–300 cm (62–118 in): Oversized Baggage option at the airport. |
Standard fees for Air France’s main routes as of our last check. Elite status, co-branded cards and some fares include bags.
Air France carry-on and personal item size
Carry-on bag
Overhead bin
- Maximum size
- 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.9 in55 × 35 × 25 cm
- Weight
- 26.4 lb (12 kg)
- Cost
- Free with standard economy
- Note
- 12 kg (26.4 lb) is the combined limit for the carry-on and personal item.
Personal item
Under the seat in front
- Maximum size
- 16 × 12 × 6 in40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Weight
- No published limit
- Cost
- Free on every fare
Checked bags
Each checked bag can weigh up to 50 lb (23 kg) and measure up to 62.2 linear inches (158 cm), length + width + height. Standard and Flex Economy include one 23 kg bag, including transatlantic.
Air France Basic & Light
The new Basic fare includes only a small under-seat bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm). Light, Standard and Flex include a carry-on and small bag, 12 kg combined.
Rules to know
- Strictly, a US 22 × 14 × 9 in bag (56 × 36 × 23 cm) is about 1 cm over Air France’s height and width, though it allows more depth: 25 cm (9.9 in).
- Flying Blue Gold and above get a free hand bag on Basic fares.
- On full flights, hand baggage may be checked to the hold free of charge.
- Departing the US, TSA rules limit everyone to one carry-on and one small bag.
Will your bag fit Air France?
Measure your bag at its widest points. Most carry-on bags are 21–22.5 in tall with wheels.
Bags that fit Air France
- Best Carry-On Luggage for International Travel (EU Sizes)Air France’s carry-on limit is smaller than the US standard; 55 × 40 × 20 cm bags fit it.
- Best 22x14x9 Carry-On Luggage (Fits Every US Airline)For your US flights: carry-ons built to 22 × 14 × 9 in.
- Best Personal Item Bags & Backpacks for PlanesSmaller backpacks for Air France’s personal item limit.
- Best Underseat LuggageSmall wheeled bags that go under the seat.
Air France compared with similar airlines
| Airline | Carry-on | Personal item | 1st checked bag | Checked weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air France | 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.9 in55 × 35 × 25 cm | 16 × 12 × 6 in40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included on Standard; paid on Light & Basic | 50 lb23 kg |
| Lufthansa | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in55 × 40 × 23 cm | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in40 × 30 × 15 cm | €35–€50 in Europe; €80 / $90 to the US | 50.7 lb23 kg |
| KLM | 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in55 × 35 × 25 cm | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included on Standard; extra bag $75 US–Europe | 50.7 lb23 kg |
| British Airways | 22 × 18 × 10 in56 × 45 × 25 cm | 16 × 12 × 6 in40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included, except on Economy Basic | 50 lb23 kg |
Frequently asked questions
What is Air France’s carry-on size?
21.7 × 13.8 × 9.9 in (55 × 35 × 25 cm) including wheels and handles. It is free on standard fares.
How much is a checked bag on Air France?
First bag: Included on Standard; paid on Light & Basic. Second bag: About $75 USA–Europe.
What is the weight limit for checked bags on Air France?
50 lb (23 kg) in economy. Bags over the included weight (max 32 kg) pay an airport fee that depends on the route.