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

HU / CHH · China

Purchase prepaid baggage or pay for excess baggage on Hainan Airlines flights. Prepaid baggage offers better rates than airport counter prices. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Hainan 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

Weight-based on domestic routes; piece-based on international/regional routes. Branded fare products (Light/Basic/Standard/Flexible) override on select routes with route-dependent allowances. Non-branded effective Aug 25, 2025; branded effective Mar 16, 2026.

LabelAmountNotes
Domestic20kg (44 lb)
  • Weight concept. Single piece 2–32 kg, total dimensions 40–203 cm (min 5×15×20 cm), max 50 kg with prior consent. Infants without seat: no free checked allowance except one collapsible stroller. Children same as adults. Fortune Wings Gold +1 piece up to 30kg (66 lb), Silver +1 piece up to 20kg (44 lb) on domestic weight concept.
Between America and Asia/Europe/Middle East/Africa/Southwest Pacific2 × 23 kg
  • Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm total. Excludes special routes and branded fare products. Fortune Wings Platinum/Gold/Silver +1 piece on top of cabin allowance. Infant: 1 × 10 kg (22 lb) ≤115 cm + one folding stroller ≤55×40×20 cm free.
European region (except Russia)1 × 23 kg
  • Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm total. Excludes special routes and branded products.
Between Europe/Middle East/Africa and Asia1 × 23 kg
  • Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm total. Excludes special routes and branded products.
Between Southwest Pacific and Europe/Middle East/Africa/Asia2 × 23 kg
  • Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm total. Excludes branded products.
Asia region1 × 23 kg
  • Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm total. Excludes branded products. Covers intra-Asia routes.
Special Route — China ↔ Algeria/Morocco/Egypt/Africa via Europe2 × 23 kg
  • Economy. Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm. Verbatim 'Two piece' on site interpreted as 2 × 23 kg.
Special Route — China to America via Europe1 × 23 kg
  • Economy. Each piece ≤23 kg (50 lb), ≤158 cm.
Special Route — America to China via EuropeSee official pricing
  • Free allowance is subject to the display of each Global Distribution System (GDS) — no static amount published on this page.
Branded fare — Light Economy — China to Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan; China to Thailand/Malaysia/Indonesia; China–Singapore; China–Laos/Vietnam/Philippines/Cambodia; Russia (east of Ural)–Asia; Europe–Asia (excl. ME transit); Transit Asia–Russia/ME/Africa via Europe; Asia→Europe→AmericasNo free checked baggage
  • Verbatim 'None' on branded fare table Light tier for these routes. Each piece if purchased ≤23 kg, ≤158 cm. Branded table effective Mar 16, 2026.
Branded fare — Light Economy — China–Japan; China–Korea; Russia (west of Ural)–Asia; Middle East–Asia; Southwest Pacific↔Europe/Russia/ME/Africa/Asia; Americas↔Asia/Europe/Russia/ME/Africa/SWP; Transit via Middle East1 × 23 kg
  • Light tier allowance on these branded routes. Each piece ≤23 kg, ≤158 cm.
Branded fare — Basic Economy — varies by routeSee official pricing
  • Basic tier is 1 × 23 kg on most branded routes (e.g., China–Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan, SE Asia, Singapore, Laos/VN/PH/KH, Russia east, Europe–Asia, via Europe/Americas) and 2 × 23 kg on others (China–Japan, Southwest Pacific↔EUR/RU/ME/AF/AS, Americas↔...); each piece ≤23 kg, ≤158 cm. Refer to branded fare table per route.
Branded fare — Standard Economy — varies by routeSee official pricing
  • Standard tier is 1 × 23 kg on routes China–Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan, SE Asia, Laos/VN/PH/KH, Russia east, Europe–Asia, via Europe/Americas and 2 × 23 kg on China–Japan, China–Singapore, Russia west, Middle East–Asia, SW Pacific, Americas, via Middle East; each piece ≤23 kg, ≤158 cm.
Branded fare — Flexible Economy — varies by routeSee official pricing
  • Flexible tier is 2 × 23 kg on most branded routes except China–Laos/VN/PH/KH and Russia (east)–Asia where table shows '1 pieces' (verbatim) indicating 1 × 23 kg; each piece ≤23 kg, ≤158 cm. Verbatim counts kept as on site (e.g., '2 piece' read as 2 × 23 kg).

Carry-on baggage

Domestic 55×40×20 cm; international 115 cm total. Plus small personal item ≤30×30×20 cm under front seat.

LabelAmountNotes
Domestic2 × 7 kg
  • Each piece 7kg (15 lb). No more than 55×40×20 cm per piece. Table rowspan shows shared weight with Economy domestic.
International/Regional (except US departures)2 × 10 kg
  • Each piece 10kg (22 lb). No more than 115 cm (45 in) total dimensions (L+W+H) per piece. Economy companion in this category is 1 × 10 kg same weight/size.
US Departure Flights1 × 10 kg
  • Each piece 10kg (22 lb), ≤115 cm total. Plus 1 personal item (handbag/briefcase/laptop). Verbatim '1 pieces' on site. Allowance shared with Economy on US departures.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Hainan Airlines

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to https://www.hainanairlines.com and click on 'Manage My Bookings' or access the prepaid baggage page directly at https://new.hnair.com/hainanair/ibe/common/allchannelBaggage.do
  2. For bookings made on hainanairlines.com, log in as a member or select 'Non-member' and enter your last name and booking reference (6-character code) or e-ticket number
  3. For bookings not made on hainanairlines.com, enter passenger name, document number/ticket number, flight number, and flight date
  4. Complete the CAPTCHA verification
  5. Select the desired baggage option
  6. Complete payment with credit card or Fortune Wings Club miles (domestic flights only)

Prices

Priced per piece, varies by route and piece number. Prepaid rates are significantly lower than airport rates.

LabelAmountNotes
Asia (excl. Japan/Korea)CNY 520-1400
  • 1st piece: CNY 520; 2nd piece: CNY 800; 3rd+ piece: CNY 1100-1400.
Japan/Korea routesCNY 690-2000
  • 1st piece: CNY 690; 2nd piece: CNY 1200; 3rd+ piece: CNY 2000.
China-Europe routesCNY 500-2000
  • Price varies depending on season.
China-North America routesCNY 1000-2200
  • Price varies depending on season.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Prepaid baggage can be purchased on the Hainan Airlines website or via the Hainan Airlines APP.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Purchase online at hainanairlines.com (Manage My Bookings or direct prepaid baggage page), via the Hainan Airlines APP, or at the airport counter.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Prepaid baggage is available from ticket issuance until 6 hours before departure and before check-in. Prepaid rates are significantly lower than airport rates.

How do prepaid prices compare to airport prices?

Prepaid prices are significantly lower than airport counter rates. Prepaid is available until 6 hours before departure.

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

International: 1-5 pieces per passenger per segment. Domestic: up to 35kg per passenger (5/10/15/20/25/30/35kg options). Single piece limit: max 32kg (70lbs). Maximum dimensions: 203cm (80 inches) total.

Can I get a refund on prepaid baggage?

Full refund is available before check-in, free of charge. After check-in, you must cancel check-in first. Prepaid baggage must be refunded in full (no partial refunds).

How does Hainan Airlines calculate extra baggage charges?

International pricing is per piece and varies by route region (Asia, Japan/Korea, Europe, North America), piece number (1st, 2nd, 3rd+), and season. Domestic pricing is by weight (5-35kg). Pricing is charged in the departure country's currency.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Overweight (23-32kg): CNY 280-1400 per piece depending on weight tier and route. Oversized (158-203cm): CNY 520-1400 per piece. International prepaid does not support overweight or oversized baggage; these must be handled at the airport.

Do partner-airline flights have different baggage rules?

Prepaid baggage is only applicable to Hainan Airlines (HU) operated flights with 880 ticket stock. Not applicable for flights with external airline connections.

How do I pay for extra baggage?

Credit card, debit card, or Fortune Wings Club miles (domestic flights only). Miles can be used by the member and companions/beneficiaries in the same booking.

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