North America

Air Canada — Carry-on rules & baggage fees

Complete baggage policy, carry-on dimensions, fees and pet rules for Air Canada. Always confirm directly with the airline before flying.

Carry-on baggage

Included in fare
✅ Yes
Max size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Max weight
No weight limit
Personal item
Free, 43 × 33 × 16 cm

Checked baggage

Allowance
Standard: 1st bag CAD$35, 2nd $50. Free in higher cabins or with Aeroplan status.
Fees / notes
Basic fare: personal item only. Standard+: full carry-on.
Canada's flag carrier. Star Alliance member. Generous on transborder/international routes.

Pet policy

In cabin
Allowed ✅
As cargo
Allowed ✅
Cabin limit
Pet + carrier max 10 kg (carrier max 40 × 27 × 21 cm soft)
Fee
CAD$50–59 domestic, $100–118 international cabin
Cabin: small dogs and cats. Cargo (AC Cargo) for larger pets. NOT allowed to UK, Australia, NZ, Iceland.
⚠️ Airline policies change frequently. This page is based on each carrier's published baggage policy; always verify the latest fees + rules directly with Air Canada before flying.
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