Caribbean Airlines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

BW / BWA · Trinidad and Tobago

Buy extra checked baggage for Caribbean Airlines flights. Per-piece fees depend on branded fare (Lite, Classic, Flex, Biz, Biz Flex), route and season, and pre-purchasing more than 24 hours before departure saves USD 5 per bag. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage Policy Official website

Updated Sep 2, 2026

Caribbean Airlines 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 checked allowance depends on branded Economy fare, each piece max 23 kg / 157 cm linear.

Label	Amount	Notes
Lite — International	No free checked baggage	Lite fares include no complimentary checked bag; 1st bag charged. Verified on 'From 8 July 2026 >24h before' and 'within 24h' tab panels (panel-after-offpeak / panel-after-peak) — Lite 1st bag shows fee (USD 35-45), not Free.
Classic — International	1 × 23 kg	1st bag Free on all International tab panels; 2nd bag charged. Exceptions: Caribbean Miles Platinum/Gold/Silver and tertiary students in Caribbean get 2nd bag free on Classic (not codeshare, not domestic).
Flex — International	2 × 23 kg	1st and 2nd bags Free on all International tab panels; 3rd bag charged. Same free allowance before 8 July 2026 (panel-before shows 1st Free, 2nd Free).
Domestic (Trinidad and Tobago)	1 × 23 kg	Each passenger occupying a seat is entitled to 1 checked bag free of charge; excess at TTD 3.00/kg payable at airport (POS or TAB). Applies to all fare brands domestically.

Piece-based; free checked allowance depends on branded Business fare, each piece max 23 kg / 157 cm linear.

Label	Amount	Notes
Biz — International	2 × 23 kg	1st and 2nd bags Free on International panels; 3rd bag charged (USD 175 / EUR 155 / CAD 244).
Biz Flex — International	3 × 23 kg	1st, 2nd and 3rd bags Free on International panels (panel-after-peak/panel-after-offpeak); 4th bag charged.
Domestic (Trinidad and Tobago)	1 × 23 kg	Domestic section states 1 free bag per seated passenger regardless of class/fare; same TTD 3.00/kg excess rule.

Carry-on baggage

All cabins

Same cabin allowance on all Caribbean Airlines flights; limits include wheels and handles.

Label	Amount	Notes
Carry-on bag	1 × 10 kg	Max size 56 × 35 × 23 cm (22″ × 14″ × 9″) / 114 cm linear; weight includes wheels and handles. Page states 'Each customer is allowed one (1) carry-on bag' plus personal item, includes duty-free.
Personal item	1 personal item	One personal item such as handbag, backpack, briefcase OR laptop bag; max size 33 × 43 × 15 cm (13″ × 17″ × 6″).
Lap infant	1 × 10 kg	Lap infants allowed one (1) carry-on bag up to 10 kg plus one collapsible stroller/basket/car seat (checked or cabin, space available). Seated infants get free checked allowance of fare purchased plus same stroller/basket/car seat.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Caribbean Airlines

Buy Baggage

Go to the Caribbean Airlines Manage My Booking page at digital.caribbean-airlines.com/booking/manage-booking/retrieve, or on caribbean-airlines.com open the 'MY TRIPS' menu and select 'Manage Booking'.
Enter your booking reference (6-character alphanumeric code) and last name, then click 'Continue' (or 'Find My Booking') to retrieve your reservation.
Select the booking and passenger you want to add baggage to.
Choose the checked baggage / additional baggage option and select the number of extra checked bags you need.
Review the fee, which depends on your fare, route, season and departure timing, then complete payment with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, UATP or PayPal.
After payment, your updated itinerary is confirmed - keep the confirmation email to present at check-in.

Prices

Per-piece fees depend on the branded fare (Lite, Classic, Flex, Biz, Biz Flex), the bag number, season and purchase timing. Pre-purchasing more than 24 hours before departure saves USD 5 per bag. Peak periods: 1-7 Jan, 1 Jul-7 Sep, 23 Nov-31 Dec.

Label	Amount	Notes
Lite - 1st bag (pre-purchase >24h)	USD 35 / EUR 32 / CAD 50 (off-peak); USD 40 / EUR 39 / CAD 57 (peak)	Lite fares do not include a free checked bag. Within 24 hours of departure: USD 40 / EUR 39 / CAD 57 (off-peak) or USD 45 / EUR 41 / CAD 64 (peak). CAD-denominated fees apply only to flights departing from Canada.
Lite / Classic - 2nd bag (pre-purchase >24h)	USD 45 / EUR 41 / CAD 64 (off-peak); USD 50 / EUR 46 / CAD 71 (peak)	Within 24 hours of departure: USD 50 / EUR 46 / CAD 71 (off-peak) or USD 55 / EUR 49 / CAD 78 (peak). Classic includes the 1st bag free; Flex, Biz and Biz Flex include the 2nd bag free. Caribbean Miles Silver/Gold/Platinum members and tertiary students in the Caribbean can take a 2nd bag free on Classic fares, but not on codeshare flights.
3rd bag	USD 175 / EUR 155 / CAD 244	Same fee in off-peak and peak periods. Paid by Lite, Classic, Flex and Biz fares; Biz Flex includes the 3rd bag free.
4th bag	USD 175 / EUR 155 / CAD 244	Same fee in off-peak and peak periods. Applies to all fares, including Biz Flex.

Flat per-piece fees on itineraries that include transatlantic/codeshare flights. The same fee applies in off-peak and peak periods.

Label	Amount	Notes
1st bag - Lite	USD 120 / EUR 100	Lite fares do not include a free checked bag. Same fee in off-peak and peak periods.
2nd bag - Lite / Classic	USD 120 / EUR 100	Classic includes the 1st bag free; Flex and Biz include the 1st and 2nd bags free.
3rd / 4th bag	USD 175 / EUR 155	Applies to Lite, Classic and Flex fares.

Each passenger gets 1 checked bag free; extra and overweight baggage is charged per kilogram and paid at the airport (POS or TAB).

Excess bag (2nd, 3rd or 4th)TTD 3.00 per kg
- Payable at the airport (POS or TAB).
- Passengers with onward connections are subject to additional applicable baggage fees.

Overweight fees apply to bags over 23 kg up to 32 kg and must be paid at the airport during check-in - they cannot be pre-purchased online.

Label	Amount	Notes
Regional / international flights	USD 75 / EUR 69 / CAD 106	For bags more than 23 kg but less than 32 kg. Must be paid at the airport during check-in. Fees are cumulative: a bag that is both overweight and oversized is charged both fees.
Transatlantic flights	USD 120 / EUR 100	For bags more than 23 kg but less than 32 kg. Must be paid at the airport during check-in.
Domestic (Trinidad & Tobago)	TTD 3.00 per kg	Paid at the airport (POS or TAB).

Oversized fees apply to bags over 157 cm total linear dimensions (up to 292 cm) and must be paid at the airport during check-in.

Label	Amount	Notes
Regional / international flights	USD 75 / EUR 69 / CAD 106	For bags more than 157 cm but less than 292 cm (L+W+H). Must be paid at the airport during check-in.
Transatlantic flights	USD 120 / EUR 100	For bags more than 157 cm but less than 292 cm (L+W+H).

Pets travel as checked baggage with published fees; sporting and musical equipment is free within the checked allowance but oversized pieces are charged as excess baggage.

Label	Amount	Notes
Pet in hold - international	USD 150 / EUR 135 / CAD 209	Same fee for all fares (Lite, Classic, Flex, Biz, Biz Flex). Maximum pet + kennel weight is 32 kg (70 lb); kennel max 292 cm linear with max length 191 cm. Pets are not included in the free baggage allowance and are not accepted on codeshare flights. Fee applies per one-way sector; CAD fees apply only to flights departing from Canada.
Pet in hold - domestic (Trinidad & Tobago)	TTD 3.00 per kg	Available on Flex fares only.
Sporting / musical equipment	See official pricing	Sporting and musical items within 23 kg and 157 cm linear form part of the free checked allowance (surfboards excepted). Oversized sports equipment is accepted as excess baggage on a space-available basis at the applicable excess baggage charge. Not accepted as baggage: hang gliding equipment, kayaks/canoes, steel pans (except tenor pans), windsurfing boards and sailboards.

Purchases made within 24 hours of departure or at the airport are charged at the standard fee, without the USD 5 early-purchase saving.

Label	Amount	Notes
Within 24 hours of departure	USD 40 / EUR 39 / CAD 57 (off-peak, Lite 1st bag)	Standard baggage fees apply when purchased within 24 hours of departure. Peak-period fee for a Lite 1st bag: USD 45 / EUR 41 / CAD 64. Seasonal pricing applies during peak travel periods.
At the airport (excess, overweight, oversized)	See official pricing	All excess, overweight and oversized baggage fees must be paid at the airport during check-in. Overweight and oversized charges are assessed cumulatively for each applicable category.

Fees apply when bags are handled at the gate because they exceed carry-on allowances. Regional/international fees are listed per item; transatlantic flights are charged a flat USD 120 / EUR 100 for every gate bag fee.

Label	Amount
Extra gate bag (up to 11 kg)	USD 100 / EUR 90 / CAD 140
Overweight gate bag (more than 11 kg, up to 23 kg)	USD 50 / EUR 46 / CAD 71
Oversized gate bag (more than 114 cm linear)	USD 50 / EUR 46 / CAD 71

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Retrieve your booking on the Manage My Booking page (booking reference + last name) and add checked bags. The Caribbean Airlines mobile app also lets you pay for extra baggage. Purchasing more than 24 hours before departure saves USD 5 per bag.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Online via Manage My Booking at digital.caribbean-airlines.com, through the mobile app during the booking process, or at the airport during check-in. Excess, overweight and oversized baggage fees must be paid at the airport.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Buy more than 24 hours before departure to save USD 5 per checked bag. Within 24 hours of departure, standard baggage fees apply. Peak-period surcharges apply from 1-7 Jan, 1 Jul-7 Sep and 23 Nov-31 Dec.

How many bags can I take, and what are the size limits?

Each checked bag must be max 23 kg (50 lb) and max 157 cm (62 in) linear. Bags over 32 kg and/or 292 cm are not accepted as checked baggage - use Caribbean Airlines Cargo instead. Every passenger also gets one carry-on up to 10 kg (56 x 35 x 23 cm) plus one personal item.

How are extra baggage charges calculated?

Per piece, based on your branded fare (Lite, Classic, Flex, Biz, Biz Flex), the bag number (1st-4th) and the route. International fees start at USD 35 for a Lite fare 1st bag (off-peak, pre-purchased >24h). Fees apply per one-way sector and Lite fares include no free checked bag.

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

Yes. Pre-purchasing more than 24 hours before departure saves USD 5 per bag compared with the standard fee paid within 24 hours of departure or at the airport. Peak-period fees are higher regardless of purchase channel.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Bags over 23 kg up to 32 kg, and/or over 157 cm up to 292 cm linear, are charged USD 75 (regional/international) or USD 120 (transatlantic) per applicable fee. Overweight and oversized charges are cumulative and must be paid at the airport; bags over 32 kg / 292 cm must go via Cargo.

Do codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

Yes. On itineraries that include transatlantic/codeshare flights, the 1st and 2nd bags cost USD 120 / EUR 100 (Lite and Classic) and the 3rd/4th bags cost USD 175 / EUR 155. Second-bag fee waivers for Caribbean Miles members and students do not apply on codeshare flights.

How can I pay for extra baggage?

Online payments accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, UATP and PayPal. Excess, overweight and oversized baggage at the airport is paid at check-in.

Are there any restrictions I should know?

During embargo periods, excess baggage, boxes and overweight/oversized bags are not accepted to/from Grenada and North America (Summer: 1 Jun-30 Sep; Winter: 1-31 Jan and 1-31 Dec) and must ship via Cargo. On continuous Caribbean Airlines + Air Caraibes journeys, baggage fees are collected once at the first point of departure.

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