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...
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.
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.
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.
