Copa Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Copa Airlines allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item for free. Checked bags are not included in Economy Basic, with the first bag starting at $30 for domestic flights.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Copa Airlines (CM) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 22x14x10 inches (56x36x26 cm), 22 lbs (10 kg) max |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 17x10x9 inches (43x25x22 cm). Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy Basic: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Economy Full: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | $30 domestic, $38 international (if prepaid online) |
| Second Bag Fee | $50 domestic, $53-$55 international |
| Overweight Fee | Domestic: $30 for 24-32 kg, $60 for 33-45 kg. International: $100 for 24-32 kg, $200 for 33-45 kg. |
| Oversized Fee | $150 for bags 63-115 linear inches (159-294 cm) |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Small equipment (fishing rods, bowling) allowed as carry-on. Medium equipment (golf, skis) allowed as checked bag up to 45 kg and 115 linear inches. Large equipment (surfboards, bicycles) incurs a $150 fee ($50 domestic, $100 Panama routes).
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (ukulele, flute) allowed as personal item. Guitars/violins allowed as carry-on if they fit in overhead bin. Oversized instruments up to 115 linear inches require an extra seat. Checked instruments up to 62 linear inches and 23 kg allowed.
International Rules
First checked bag fee increases to $38-$40. Second bag is $53-$55. Overweight fees are $100 for 24-32 kg and $200 for 33-45 kg. Oversized fee is $150.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Prepay for baggage online 24 to 3 hours before departure for discounted rates. 2. Gain ConnectMiles PreferMember status for additional free checked bags. 3. Book Economy Classic or higher to get at least one free checked bag. 4. Ensure bags are under 23 kg and 158 cm to avoid hefty overweight/oversized fees.
Unique Nuances
Copa Airlines has strict baggage embargoes for certain destinations like Cuba and Ecuador during specific dates, limiting the number of checked bags. ConnectMiles Silver members get 1 free 50 lb bag even on Economy Basic fares. Surfboards have a specific $100 fee for itineraries involving Panama.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Copa Airlines charge for checked bags?
- Copa Airlines charges $30 domestic, $38 international (if prepaid online) for the first checked bag and $50 domestic, $53-$55 international for the second bag.
- What is Copa Airlines's carry-on bag size limit?
- Copa Airlines carry-on allowance: 22x14x10 inches (56x36x26 cm), 22 lbs (10 kg) max. 1 personal item: 17x10x9 inches (43x25x22 cm). Must fit under the seat in front of you.
- Does Copa Airlines include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Copa Airlines does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Basic: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Flex: 1 bag (23 kg). Economy Full: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each).
- What is Copa Airlines's overweight baggage fee?
- Domestic: $30 for 24-32 kg, $60 for 33-45 kg. International: $100 for 24-32 kg, $200 for 33-45 kg.
- Can I bring sports equipment on Copa Airlines?
- Small equipment (fishing rods, bowling) allowed as carry-on. Medium equipment (golf, skis) allowed as checked bag up to 45 kg and 115 linear inches. Large equipment (surfboards, bicycles) incurs a $150 fee ($50 domestic, $100 Panama routes).
- What are Copa Airlines baggage fees?
- Copa Airlines baggage fees are $30 domestic, $38 international (if prepaid online) for the first checked bag and $50 domestic, $53-$55 international for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of Domestic: $30 for 24-32 kg, $60 for 33-45 kg. International: $100 for 24-32 kg, $200 for 33-45 kg.. First checked bag fee increases to $38-$40. Second bag is $53-$55. Overweight fees are $100 for 24-32 kg and $200 for 33-45 kg. Oversized fee is $150.