Air New Zealand Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

NZ / ANZ · New Zealand

Purchase prepaid extra bags online via Manage Booking or the Air NZ app, with fixed zone-based pricing that is significantly cheaper than airport excess 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 New Zealand 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

Piece-based; free allowance varies by fare type and route. Each piece max 23 kg (50 lb) and 158 cm (62 in) total linear before fees; overweight up to 32 kg (70 lb) only with excess charge and space. Maximum 3 checked bags total per passenger.

Label	Amount	Notes
Domestic — seat only	No free checked baggage	Verbatim from en-nz page: 'Seat-only fares include carry-on baggage only. Other fares include checked-in baggage.' Also US checked page: 'Aside from seat only fares where you get carry-on only, all our fares include checked-in baggage.' Infant fares also have no checked baggage (infant carry-on is 1 piece; see carry_on). Child fares have same allowance as adult for each fare type, plus 2 child items free.
Domestic — seat+bag	1 × 23 kg	From en-nz structured table row 'Domestic \| seat+bag \| 1 bag'. US checked page groups seat+bag as included checked bag fare. Each piece max 23 kg and 158 cm total linear (A+B+C) before fees; connecting domestic on same international ticket inherits the international allowance next item.
Domestic — flexichange	2 × 23 kg	From en-nz table row 'Domestic \| flexichange \| 2 bags' (en-nz hub is primary structured source). US checked page text says 'seat+bag and flexichange include one checked-in bag; flexirefund fares include two' — discrepancy noted; 2 × 23 kg recorded from the en-nz table and flagged. Each piece max 23 kg / 158 cm. If connecting to/from domestic as part of same international journey, the international allowance applies to the domestic leg.
Domestic — flexirefund	2 × 23 kg	From en-nz table row 'Domestic \| flexirefund \| 2 bags'. Also stated on US checked page: 'flexirefund fares include two'. Each piece max 23 kg / 158 cm.
International — theworks / worksflexi / Economy	1 × 23 kg	From en-nz table rows: 'International \| theworks \| 1 bag', 'International \| worksflexi \| 1 bag', 'International \| Economy \| 1 bag' and US checked page: 'theworks, worksflexi and Economy fares include one checked-in bag'. Each piece max 23 kg / 158 cm before overweight/oversize fees. Footnote see next item for route exceptions where Economy gets 2 bags. If connecting to/from domestic on same international journey, this international allowance also applies to the domestic flight.
International — Economy to Shanghai, Singapore, Taipei, Canada/USA (excl. New York), Honolulu	2 × 23 kg	Verbatim footnote on en-nz table: '*Some international Economy routes include two checked bags on flights between New Zealand or Australia to Shanghai or Singapore, New Zealand to Taipei, Australia to Canada or the USA (excluding New York), and Australia to Honolulu.' US checked page lists same four bullet points verbatim: 'Economy fares to Shanghai or Singapore from New Zealand or Australia are allowed two checked bags. Economy fares to Taipei from New Zealand are allowed two checked bags. Economy fares to Canada or the USA (excluding New York) from Australia are allowed two checked bags. Economy fares to New York from Australia are allowed one checked bag. Economy fares to Honolulu from Australia are allowed two checked bags.' Each piece max 23 kg / 158 cm. Allowance applies only to Economy fare type on these specific city pairs.

Carry-on baggage

Size max 55 × 40 × 23 cm (118 cm total linear), Q300 aircraft depth ≤22 cm; small personal item must fit under seat. Weight is the differentiator vs higher cabins.

All routes — Economy1 × 7 kg + 1 small personal item
- Verbatim from en-nz page: 'Economy gets: 1 carry-on bag (7kg), plus 1 small personal item.' US carry-on page: 'Economy fares get one carry-on bag plus one small item' and 'Economy carry-on can weigh up to 7kg (15lb).'
- Dimensions verbatim: 'Maximum dimensions: 55 cm (L) x 40 cm (H) x 23cm (D) Total linear dimensions (A + B + C) can be up to 118 cm (46\").' US wording: 'A= 55cm x B= 40cm x C= 23cm (21\" x 16\" x 9\") Total linear dimensions can be up to 118cm (46\").' Note: 'On smaller Q300 aircraft, the depth (23cm) must not exceed 22cm' / 'If you are flying on our smaller Q300 aircrafts, the measurement C must not exceed 22cm (8\").'
- Small personal item examples: handbag, thin laptop/small camera/tablet, duty free (where permitted), overcoat/wrap/blanket; item must fit under seat in front.
- Koru Gold, Koru Platinum, Koru Black and Star Alliance Gold members get 2 bags 14 kg total even when ticket is Economy — tier benefit, not base Economy amount. Infant fares include 1 piece of carry-on (but no checked bag); child fares same as adult plus 2 child items free (pram/stroller/buggy, bassinet/portacot, car seat/capsule/booster).

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Air New Zealand

Buy Baggage

Go to airnewzealand.com and click 'Manage Booking' in the navigation menu.
Log in with your booking reference and last name, or Airpoints credentials.
Select your booking from the list.
Choose 'Add an extra bag' or 'Prepaid Extra Bags' option.
Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.
Alternatively, use the Air NZ mobile app (iOS/Android) to manage your booking and add bags.

Prices

Fixed pricing by route zone for 1st and 2nd extra bags. Significantly cheaper than airport rates.

Label	Amount	Notes
Domestic NZ	USD 40 per bag	1st and 2nd extra bag. Purchase up to 30 minutes before domestic flight departure.
Trans-Tasman/Pacific Islands	USD 70 per bag	Flights between New Zealand and Australia/Pacific Islands. Excludes Perth and Tahiti (classified as long-haul). Purchase up to 90 minutes before international flight departure.
Long-haul	USD 120 per bag	Includes NZ to Perth or Tahiti and all other international long-haul routes. Purchase up to 90 minutes before international flight departure.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Prepaid extra bags can be purchased online via Manage Booking or the Air NZ mobile app.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Purchase online via Manage Booking, on the Air NZ app, through the contact center, or at the airport check-in counter.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Buy prepaid online for the best price. Online pre-purchase is available up to 90 minutes before international flights and 30 minutes before domestic flights.

How do prepaid prices compare to airport prices?

Airport excess rates are much higher (USD 70-200+ per bag) compared to prepaid rates (USD 40-120 per bag). Prepaid bags are strongly recommended.

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the limits?

Maximum 3 checked bags per person on any flight (including free allowance). Maximum weight is 23kg (50lb) per bag; heavier bags are not accepted. Maximum dimensions are 158cm (62in) total for standard bags.

How does Air New Zealand calculate extra baggage charges?

Pricing is zone-based: Domestic NZ at USD 40 per bag, Trans-Tasman/Pacific Islands at USD 70 per bag, and Long-haul at USD 120 per bag. Prices are in USD for US-originating bookings and vary by departure country. Airport excess rates are much higher.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Bags over 23kg are not accepted as checked baggage. Oversized items are subject to additional fees depending on weight and size. Some sporting equipment may have special handling requirements.

Do partner-airline flights have different baggage rules?

Extra bags are only available on Air New Zealand operated flights, not on codeshare or partner airline flights. Extra bags are not available for international multistop itineraries online.

How do I pay for extra baggage?

Credit and debit card payment options available. Pricing is in USD for US-originating bookings and varies by departure country.

Are there any exceptions for extra baggage?

Extra bags are not available for infant fares. Airpoints Elite, Gold, and Koru members are entitled to additional baggage benefits. Seat-only fares can upgrade to seat+bag fare to include baggage.

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