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Baggage Policy

Air France baggage policy

Check Air France cabin and checked baggage guidance, fare notes and what to verify before packing.

Policy at a glance

Air France Baggage policy

Use this Air France baggage guide to compare the published cabin allowance, checked-bag allowance and fare-specific notes before packing or buying extra baggage.

Cabin baggage

One cabin bag (on eligible fares) plus one small personal item, combined weight up to 12 kg — cabin bag max 55×35×25 cm, personal item max 40×30×15 cm.

Check-in baggage

Checked baggage depends on fare: Light and Basic economy fares include none, while Standard and Flex each include one 23 kg bag on long-haul routes.

Important note

Extra bags cost less pre-booked online (from around €25) than at the airport (from around €40), with long-haul international rates running higher; each bag is capped at 32 kg and 158 cm total dimensions.

Official airline link

What to do next

Use this Air France policy before you travel

  1. 1

    Match your fare

    Check the fare family, cabin, route and operating carrier shown on the issued ticket.

  2. 2

    Measure every bag

    Check weight, dimensions and number of pieces; meeting only one limit may not be enough.

  3. 3

    Price extra baggage

    Compare prepaid baggage with airport excess rates before online check-in closes.

  4. 4

    Pack restricted items correctly

    Review liquids, batteries, power banks, medicines and sports-equipment rules separately.

Questions answered

Air France baggage policy FAQs

How much cabin baggage does Air France allow?

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One cabin bag (on eligible fares) plus one small personal item, combined weight up to 12 kg — cabin bag max 55×35×25 cm, personal item max 40×30×15 cm.

How much checked baggage is included on Air France?

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Checked baggage depends on fare: Light and Basic economy fares include none, while Standard and Flex each include one 23 kg bag on long-haul routes.

What should I check before buying extra Air France baggage?

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Confirm the operating carrier, fare family, route, number of pieces and online purchase deadline. Extra bags cost less pre-booked online (from around €25) than at the airport (from around €40), with long-haul international rates running higher; each bag is capped at 32 kg and 158 cm total dimensions.

Do Air France baggage limits apply to every fare?

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Not necessarily. Allowance can vary by fare family, route, cabin, loyalty status and special passenger category. Use the baggage line on the issued ticket as your starting point.

How current is this information?

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We summarize Air France's own published baggage policy. Airlines change fees, allowances and document rules without notice, so always confirm the latest details on the official page linked below before you travel.

Where can I find Air France's official baggage policy?

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Use the "Official airline link" button on this page — it goes directly to Air France's own baggage policy page, which is the definitive source.

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