Cathay Pacific

Checked Baggage

Concept

piece-based allowance per cabin class and fare (Cathay retired its combined-weight system in 2023); up to 23kg/50lb per standard Economy/Premium Economy bag, 32kg/70lb Business/First, unless noted

Economy Class

Economy Light: 1 bag up to 23kg, included even on the cheapest fare (a small number of deep-discount intra-Asia sale fares exclude it). Essential/Flex and most US-Canada fares: 2 bags up to 23kg each.

Premium Economy

2 bags up to 23kg (50lb) each.

Business Class

2 bags up to 32kg (70lb) each.

First Class

3 bags up to 32kg (70lb) each.

Cabin Baggage

Economy Class

1 cabin bag up to 56x36x23cm (22x14x9in), 7kg (15lb), plus 1 personal item up to 40x30x15cm (16x12x6in). Both size and weight enforced, particularly at Hong Kong International Airport.

Business And First Class

Business: 2 cabin bags at 10kg (22lb) each. First: 1 cabin bag at 15kg (33lb). Same dimensions as Economy.

Special Items

Infants

1 complimentary checked bag up to 23kg, plus up to 2 free items from: collapsible stroller, car seat, or travel bassinet. An adult with an infant may also bring a dedicated diaper bag in the cabin, separate from their own personal item.

Sports Equipment

Small musical instruments up to 7kg and 93x39x24cm (including case) travel as part of the cabin allowance.

Note

Overweight (23-32kg): approx. $60-150 by route, $150 flat on Americas routes. Oversize (158-203cm): $200 on Americas routes; over 203cm not accepted. No bag over 32kg accepted. Marco Polo Club and oneworld members get increased allowances. Last verified: August 30, 2026.