Cathay Pacific Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Cathay Pacific allows 1 carry-on (7-15 kg depending on class) and 1 personal item. Economy fares generally include 1 checked bag up to 23 kg, with variations based on route.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Cathay Pacific (CX) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 1 piece: 56x36x23 cm (22x14x9 in). Economy/Premium Economy: 7 kg (15 lbs); Business: 10 kg (22 lbs); First: 15 kg (33 lbs). |
| Personal Item | 1 small personal item: 40x30x15 cm (16x12x6 in). |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each). First: 3 bags (32 kg each). Note: Flights to/from Americas have different allowances. |
| First Bag Fee | Included in standard Economy fare (1 bag up to 23 kg). |
| Second Bag Fee | Varies by zone. E.g., From Hong Kong to Zone 1: $100 USD. From Hong Kong to Zone 5/6: $200 USD. |
| Overweight Fee | Varies by zone. E.g., From Hong Kong to Zone 1: $60 USD. From Hong Kong to Zone 5/6: $150 USD. Bags over 32kg pay four times the extra baggage charge. |
| Oversized Fee | $200 USD for bags between 158cm/62in and 203cm/80in. Bags over 203cm/80in pay four times the extra baggage charge. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Accepted as part of checked baggage if within size/weight limits. Oversized items incur excess fees. Bicycles require advance notice.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments allowed as carry-on (max 7 kg, 93x39x24 cm). Large instruments require purchased seat (max 32 kg, 136x48x44 cm).
International Rules
On flights to/from the Americas: Economy gets 1x23kg, Premium Economy 2x23kg, Business 2x32kg, First 3x32kg. On flights between Hong Kong and Auckland/Christchurch: Economy 1x23kg, Premium Economy 2x23kg, Business 3x23kg.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Pre-purchase extra baggage online at least 24 hours before departure for up to 10% discount. 2. Join Marco Polo Club or Oneworld for increased allowances. 3. Pay with Miles Plus Cash if you are a Cathay member.
Unique Nuances
1. Baggage over 32kg or 203cm requires contacting Customer Care at least 3 working days before the flight and costs 4x the standard extra bag fee. 2. Pre-purchasing extra baggage online gives up to a 10% discount.