Air Canada Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

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Purchase additional checked baggage online (pre-paid) or at the airport. Prices vary by route zone and fare type. Pre-purchase prices are lower than airport rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage Policy Official website

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Air Canada Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Free allowance varies by fare family and region; all checked bags max 23 kg (50 lb) and 158 cm (62 in) linear. Basic generally no free bag on short-haul.

Label	Amount	Notes
Within Canada / Canada–US (incl. Hawaii/Alaska) / Caribbean-Mexico-Central America — Basic	No free checked baggage	Rendered on fare grid (Canada/Economy): 1st bag CAD 35–42 fee, 2nd bag CAD 50–60 fee per direction. Legal fees page (checked baggage tab) confirms 1st bag CAD 45–54 / 2nd bag CAD 60–72 for same regions — no free bag for Basic and Standard on these routes. Max per bag 23 kg/50 lb and D+W+H 158 cm/62 in — from checked baggage page Standard baggage allowance section and legal page Weight and size restrictions.
Within Canada / Canada–US / Caribbean-Mexico-Central America — Standard	No free checked baggage	Rendered on fare grid (Canada/Economy): same fee table as Basic — 1st bag fee, 2nd bag fee. Indicates no free bag for Standard on these short-haul regions in the rendered matrix. (User guidance notes Standard sometimes 1 × 23 kg on other regions/ticket dates — not confirmed in this rendered view, see notes for international.)
Within Canada / Canada–US / Caribbean-Mexico-Central America — Flex	1 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Canada/Economy): Flex shows 1st bag free, 2nd bag CAD 50–60 fee per direction. Confirms 1 free bag. Max per bag 23 kg/50 lb, 158 cm.
Within Canada / Canada–US / Caribbean-Mexico-Central America — Comfort	2 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Canada/Economy): Comfort shows 2 bags free (green-check) per direction.
Within Canada / Canada–US / Caribbean-Mexico-Central America — Latitude	2 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Canada/Economy) and legal fees page (Economy within Canada): Latitude 2 bags free per direction.
Canada — all other international — Basic (and Aeroplan Standard Rewards)	No free checked baggage	Legal fees page (checked baggage tab) rendered: A first bag fee of $90.00–$108.00 applies to Economy Basic fares and Aeroplan Standard Rewards; second bag $120.00–$144.00 per direction on Canada–other international routes. Indicates no free bag for Basic on long-haul. Baggage varies by route and ticket issue date — view complete checked baggage policy and baggage calculator for exact long-haul entitlement.
Canada — all other international — Flex / Comfort / Latitude	See official pricing	No explicit static free-amount rendered for these fare families on long-haul Canada–other international in the fee table; page states allowance varies by route and ticket issue date. Check baggage calculator or e-ticket for exact allowance. Rendered fare grid International/Economy view not fully captured due to Angular ng-repeat rendering — not fabricated.

Free allowance varies by fare family; all bags max 23 kg (50 lb) and 158 cm. Standard/Latitude include 2 bags.

Label	Amount	Notes
All regions — Basic (Premium Economy Basic, lowest)	1 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid after selecting Cabin: Premium Economy, Region: Canada — Premium Economy Basic shows 1 bag (green-check). Max per bag 23 kg/50 lb, 158 cm per checked baggage page.
All regions — Standard (Premium Economy Standard)	2 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Premium Economy / Canada): Premium Economy Standard shows 2 bags free. Max per bag 23 kg/50 lb, 158 cm.
All regions — Latitude (Premium Economy Latitude, flexible)	2 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Premium Economy / Canada): Premium Economy Latitude shows 2 bags free.

Free allowance varies by fare family; standard max 23 kg/50 lb per bag and 158 cm. Business on international Atlantic/piece routes commonly 2 × 32 kg but rendered grid shows bag count only.

Label	Amount	Notes
All regions — Basic (Business Class Basic/lowest)	1 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid after selecting Cabin: Business Class — Business Basic shows 1 bag free. Checked baggage page states standard max weight 23 kg/50 lb and 158 cm for all itineraries; Business Class on Atlantic/piece routes may be 2 × 32 kg per third-party summaries but weight 32 kg not explicitly rendered in the fare-grid bag-count cells — recorded as 23 kg per rendered max-weight section.
All regions — Standard (Business Class Standard)	2 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Business Class / Canada): Business Standard shows 2 bags free.
All regions — Latitude (Business Class Latitude/flexible)	2 × 23 kg	Rendered on fare grid (Business Class / Canada): Business Latitude shows 2 bags free. International Atlantic/piece concept may be 2 × 32 kg — not separately rendered in this view; treat as 23 kg unless itinerary shows 32 kg at booking.

Carry-on baggage

Standard carry-on allowance is 1 standard article + 1 personal article plus coat/purse/infant care; strictly enforced, must fit sizers unassisted. No weight limit but must be stowable without assistance.

All routes — Standard carry-on allowance1 standard article (23 × 40 × 55 cm / 9 × 15.5 × 21.5 in) + 1 personal item (33 × 43 × 16 cm / 13 × 17 × 6 in)
- Rendered on carry-on baggage page: Standard item max dimensions 23 x 40 x 55 cm, Personal item max 33 x 43 x 16 cm, includes wheels/handles. Maximum dimensions include wheels/handles.
- No weight limit applies but must be light enough to store in overhead bin without assistance. Infant on lap may bring 1 additional standard article for child's belongings (diaper bag).
- Legal fees page (Carry-on baggage tab) confirms same: 1 standard article + 1 personal article + coat, small purse, special need/infant care item.

Economy Basic fares purchased on/after Jan 3, 2025 have restricted carry-on on select itineraries.

Label	Amount	Notes
Basic (purchased on/after Jan 3, 2025) — Within Canada / to/from US (incl. Hawaii, Puerto Rico) / to/from Mexico, Central America, Caribbean	1 personal item only (33 × 43 × 16 cm)	Rendered on carry-on page: Economy Basic fares no longer include carry-on baggage for select destinations; ticket allows only 1 personal item on those itineraries. Fare grid Carry-on allowance row also shows Basic = 1 personal article only vs Standard/Flex/Comfort/Latitude = 1 personal + 1 standard. All other bags must be checked before security for a fee (gate handling pre-authorization CA/US $65–$78 tax inclusive if checked after online/kiosk check-in). Carry-on baggage tab on legal fees page confirms same exception.
Basic — All other international itineraries / Standard / Flex / Comfort / Latitude — All routes	1 standard article + 1 personal item	Same as All cabins standard allowance. Rendered on carry-on page and legal fees tab: customers on Economy Standard/Flex/Comfort/Latitude or Premium Economy/Business fares can bring 1 standard carry-on bag plus 1 personal article.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Air Canada

Buy Baggage

Go to aircanada.com and click 'Trips'.
Enter your booking reference or ticket number and passenger last name.
Select your booking and choose 'Add baggage'.
Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.

Prices

Zone-based pricing. Pre-purchase online is cheaper than at the airport. No separate overweight/oversize fee when additional bag fee is paid.

Label	Amount	Notes
1st bag, Economy Basic/Standard	CAD 35-42	Pre-paid online price. Within Canada and Canada-US routes. Lower than airport purchase.
2nd bag, Economy Basic/Standard/Comfort/Flex	CAD 50-60	Pre-paid online price. Within Canada and Canada-US routes. Lower than airport purchase.
Within Canada	CAD 100-120	Additional bags beyond free allowance.
Canada to US	CAD 100-120	Including Hawaii and Alaska. Excludes Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands.
Canada to Caribbean/Mexico/Central America	CAD 225-270	Includes Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands.
International	CAD 225-270	All other international destinations.

Charged only when no additional bag fee applies. When paying additional bag fee, overweight/oversize is included.

Label	Amount	Notes
63-115 in (160-292 cm)	CAD 100-120	Charged when no additional bag fee is paid. Bags over 115 in (292 cm) must be shipped as cargo.
Overweight + oversized	CAD 100-120	Single combined fee. No separate overweight and oversized charges when bag exceeds both limits.

Online pre-purchase is cheaper than airport rates. Available from booking until check-in opens.

Label	Amount	Notes
Online (My Trips or app)	See official pricing	Cheapest option. Pre-paid pricing available until check-in opens.
Airport check-in	See official pricing	Higher rates than pre-paid online. Fees charged in currency based on country edition.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Pre-purchase extra bags via My Trips at aircanada.com or the Air Canada + Aeroplan app, at a lower price than at the airport.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Online via My Trips at aircanada.com, the Air Canada + Aeroplan app, or at the airport check-in counter. Online is cheaper.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Pre-paid pricing is available from the time of booking until check-in opens. After check-in opens, bags can only be purchased at the airport at higher rates.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online vs at the airport?

Yes. Pre-paid online prices are lower than airport rates. For example, 1st bag on Economy Basic starts at CAD 35 online vs higher at the airport.

How many extra bags can I buy?

Maximum weight 50 lb (23 kg) standard, up to 70 lb (32 kg) with overweight fee. Maximum 62 in (158 cm) standard, up to 115 in (292 cm) with oversized fee. Bags over 70 lb or 115 in must be shipped as cargo.

How does Air Canada calculate extra baggage charges?

Zone-based pricing with four route zones: Within Canada, Canada-US, Caribbean/Mexico/Central America, and International. When paying an additional bag fee, no separate overweight/oversize fee applies.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Overweight (50-70 lb) and oversized (63-115 in) each incur CAD 100-120. If paying an additional bag fee, no separate overweight/oversize fee applies. Combined overweight+oversized is a single fee.

Are there any important exceptions?

Aeroplan members may have different free baggage allowances depending on tier. For codeshare flights, contact the operating airline for baggage policies.

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