Authorized baggage: Weight, size, and baggage allowance
This information is for reference only and applies only to flights operated by Air France. Is your direct or connecting flight operated by one of our airline partners? We invite you to refer to the airline's website directly, as baggage allowance may differ. If baggage allowance changes from one segment of your booking to another, we recommend that you follow the strictest guidelines.
Cabin baggage allowance
- In the Economy cabin, 0 to 1 hand baggage depending on the fare chosen + 1 small bag (maximum total weight: 12 kg/26.4 lb.)
- In the Premium cabin, 2 hand baggage items + 1 small bag (maximum total weight: 12 kg/26.4 lb.)
- In the Business and La Première cabins, 2 hand baggage items + 1 small bag (maximum total weight: 18 kg/40 lb.)
Hand baggage is subject to U.S. and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations when departing from the United States and is limited to 1 hand baggage and 1 small bag.
Additional items you may take on board...
Small bag dimensions
In the cabin, you can bring 1 small bag for your travel essentials. The dimensions of this small bag are 40 x 30 x 15 cm/16 x 12 x 6 in.
You may bring:
- 1 purse,
- or 1 small soft bag,
- or 1 satchel.
Your small bag must be placed under the seat in front of you, or in the spaces designated for that purpose.
If your seat is located in an exit row, your small bag must be stored in the overhead storage bins above your seat.
Traveling with a small bag on the Basic fare and want to add an extra hand baggage item?
Are you traveling with a Basic fare and would like to bring a hand baggage item in addition to your small bag?
- If you are a Flying Blue Silver member or above, you can bring a hand baggage item free of charge.
- If you are not yet a member of our Flying Blue loyalty program, or if you are a Flying Blue Explorer, you can purchase the Hand Baggage option.
Please note: The number of hand baggage items allowed in the Economy cabin is limited to 1 per passenger.
You can purchase this option:
- When purchasing your Basic fare ticket online,
At any time after purchasing your Basic fare ticket and up to 4 hours before your flight's departure in the My Bookings section or directly at the counters at the airport.
Purchased additional hand baggage can measure up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm/21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9 in. (including pockets, wheels, and handles) and weigh up to 12 kg/26.4 lb. with the small bag.
Please note that in the case of a full flight, we may ask you to check in your hand baggage so that it can be transported as checked baggage.
Hand baggage dimensions
The maximum dimensions for your hand baggage are 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9 in.), including pockets, wheels, and handles. You must store this bag in the overhead compartment above your seat. Not sure if your hand baggage meets these size requirements? Air France provides various tools to check baggage dimensions at the airport, baggage drop-off areas, and check-in counters. Baggage checks will be conducted before boarding. If your hand baggage exceeds the allowed dimensions, you will be required to check it into the hold, which may result in additional fees.
In the event of a full flight, your hand baggage may be checked and placed in the hold free of charge. Be sure to keep all personal belongings and valuables with you, including travel documents, medical paperwork, and electronic devices.
This measure applies to flights operated by Air France or KLM. For flights operated by our partner airlines, specific rules may apply. We invite you to visit their website for more information.
Authorized items in the cabin
You can carry liquids, pastes, and creams in the cabin under the following conditions:
- containers must be placed in a transparent and closed plastic bag,
- each container cannot exceed 100 ml / 3.4 oz.
- your plastic bag cannot exceed 1 liter.
- the plastic bag cannot be bigger than 20 x 20 cm/7.8 x 7.8 in.
