What is the weight limit for carry on Air Canada? (2023)

What is the weight limit for carry on Air Canada?

Flights within the U.S. and from the U.S. and Canada to Europe get a piece of free checked luggage, excluding Economy Basic fares. This bag can weigh up to 50 pounds (23 kg) and must not exceed 62 inches (158 cm) (maximum linear dimensions).

Although no weight limit applies to carry-on baggage, your bag must be light enough that you can store it in the overhead bin unassisted.

Air Canada specifies that a personal item can include a backpack, briefcase or laptop computer measuring up to 16 by 33 by 43 centimetres and a standard item such as a suitcase measuring up to 23 by 40 by 55 centimetres, including wheels and handles. The weight limit its 10 kilograms per item.

The personal item cannot weigh more than 51 pounds, on top of the 51-pound limit for your larger carry-on bag. If airline staff put a yellow tag on your bag, it should be stored under the seat in front of you.

Most airlines allow passengers to bring on both a carry-on and a personal item like a backpack, laptop bag, purse, briefcase, shopping bag, etc. The general rule of thumb is that your personal item is smaller in dimension than your carry-on bag and it can fit underneath the seat in front of you.

You are allowed a single one litre (1 quart) clear, closed, resealable bag containing your liquids, food and personal items in your carry-on baggage. All containers of liquids, non-solid food and personal items must be 100 ml/100 grams (3.4 oz) or less and must fit in this bag.

Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols. Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.

As per the rule, each passenger is allowed one cabin bag (measuring about 25x35x55cm depending on the aircraft) weighing up to 7kg, besides a personal item like purse or laptop bag.

Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

How strict is Air Canada with carry-on size Reddit?

Air Canada are relatively strict and state that if you're travelling with carry on luggage only, you'll be allowed to take one main bag on board as well as a smaller personal item. According to them, your main bag must fit in the sizer and so be easily stored in the overhead compartment.

The maximum weight per bag is 23 kg (50 lbs) and the total allowable dimensions are 158 cm (62 in). The Air Canada checked baggage allowance depends on the fare you have purchased and the route you are travelling on.