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Air France Baggage Fees 2023
Air France Carry On 2023 - Cabin Bag Size & Weight Limit
Air France Baggage Report Card
| Carry-On Allowance | 8 / 10 |
| Checked Bag Allowance | 6 / 10 |
| Excess Baggage Fees | 5 / 10 |
| Overall Grade | 6.3 / 10 |
To be accepted in the cabin, your hand baggage on Air France must not exceed the following dimensions: 55 x 35 x 25 cm / 21 x 13 x 9 in (including pockets, wheels and handles). In addition to your hand baggage, you may also transport 1 accessory (limited in size to 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
This accessory item may be your choice of one of the following:
Handbag
Notebook computer
Camera, etc.
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Please note: a suit bag is considered as one standard baggage item.
Air France Carry-On Baggage Weight Limits
Air France carry-on baggage weight limits depend on the class of ticket. This weight limit is the total of your cabin bag + your accessory item.
Economy - All Flights: 12kg/26lbs
Economy Premium - Medium-Haul Flights: 12kg/26lbs
Economy Premium - Long-Haul Flights: 12kg/26lbs
Business - All Flights: 18kg/39lbs
La Premiere - All Flights: 18kg/39lbs
Please note that if you are flying in Economy Light, you may be asked to check-in your carry-on suitcase if the flight is full and there is not sufficient space in the cabin. This item will be checked free of charge, as long as it fits within the carry-on rules. If you are asked to check-in your carry-on bag, you should keep all of your important personal belongings and valuables with you (travel documents, medical paperwork, electronic devices, etc.).
In addition to your carry-on luggage allowance, you can transport one bag of duty-free goods per person in the cabin.
Air France Checked Baggage Fees 2023 - Checked Bag Weight & Size Limits
New Air France baggage regulations have simplified the baggage allowances for most flights, however there are still exceptions and special rules based on some departure and destination airports.
DID YOU CHOOSE A MINI PRICE TICKET?
You must pay a fee for all checked baggage. If you would like to check a baggage item, you can purchase a Baggage Option online. If you are a Flying Blue Elite/Elite Plus member, you can transport one baggage item weighing up to 23 kg / 50 lb.
The same applies for if you buy an Economy Light or Basic ticket. You will not have any free checked baggage allowance in this case. If you would like to fly with baggage, it is highly recommended to buy an additional allowance on the Air France website, as it will be much cheaper (up to 60% less) than paying at the airport.
STANDARD TICKETS
For most flights, the following policies apply, based on fare class:
Economy: 1x 23kg/50lbs bag
Economy + Flying Blue: 2x 23kg/50lbs bags
Premium Economy: 2x 23kg/50lbs bags
Premium Economy + Flying Blue: 3x 23kg/50lbs bags
Business: 2x 32kg/70lbs bags
Business + Flying Blue: 3x 32kg/70lbs bags
La Premiere: 3x 32kg/70lbs bags
La Premiere + Flying Blue: 4x 32kg/70lbs bags
Flying Blue = * For Flying Blue Silver, Gold and Platinum members, as well as Elite and Elite Plus members.
Dimensions: your baggage items must not exceed 158 cm / 62 in (height + length + width) each.
Be sure to confirm your baggage allowances for your specific flights using the Air France Baggage Calculator page.
Air France Overweight Baggage Fee 2023 - Extra Bag Fee - Oversize Baggage
It is possible to fly with additional baggage on Air France, either by purchasing an extra baggage allowance online or at the airport. It is highly recommended to purchase extra bags online, by buy a "Baggage Option" through the manage my reservation page on the Air France site. This will be much cheaper (up to 60% less) than the airport price.
Overweight Baggage on Air France
If your suitcase/baggage exceeds the 23 kg / 50 lbs weight limit, you will be charged an extra fee for Overweight Baggage. Keep in mind that each bag is limited to a weight of 32 kg / 70 lbs, and anything weighing more than that will not be accepted and you will have to re-pack into separate bags.
These fees are not available to purchase online, you will be charged at the airport check-in desk.
Within France - 70 EUR
Within Europe - 70 EUR
Between Europe and North Africa - 70 EUR
Within Caribbean - 55 EUR / $75 USD
Between France and French Overseas - 100 EUR
to/from North America - 85 EUR / $100 USD
Between Miami and Caribbean - 65 EUR / $75 USD
Between Europe and Middle East / Asia - 75 EUR
Other Long-Haul Flights - 100 EUR / $100 USD
Oversize Baggage on Air France
If your baggage exceeds 158 cm (height + length + width), you must pay an extra fee. This fee can be very expensive for long-haul flights, so be careful when packing, or choose a different airline if flying with larger baggage. This fee is not available online, you will be charged at the Air France check-in desk.
Within France - 40 EUR
Within Europe - 75 EUR
Between Europe and North Africa - 75 EUR
Within Caribbean - 40 EUR
Between France and French Overseas - 100 EUR
to/from North America - 250 EUR / $300 USD
Between Miami and Caribbean - 25 EUR / $28 USD
Between Europe and Middle East / Asia - 300 EUR
Other Long-Haul Flights - 300 EUR / $300 USD
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