EVA Air Baggage Policy (2026)
EVA Air allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item for Economy passengers, with a strict 7 kg (15 lbs) weight limit for the carry-on. Checked baggage is included for all fares, with most Economy tickets allowing two 23 kg (50 lbs) bags.
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| Airline | EVA Air (BR) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | Premium Economy/Economy: 1 bag, 22x14x9 inches (56x36x23 cm), 15 lbs (7 kg) max. Royal Laurel/Premium Laurel/Business: 2 bags, 15 lbs (7 kg) each. |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 16x12x4 inches (40x30x10 cm). Free for all classes. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy: 2 bags (23 kg/50 lbs each) for most fares, 1 bag for Discount (A). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg/50 lbs each). Business/Royal Laurel: 2 bags (32 kg/70 lbs each). |
| First Bag Fee | Free for international flights (1 or 2 bags included depending on fare class). Extra bag fee starts at $140 at airport ($126 prepaid) for Zone 1. |
| Second Bag Fee | Free for most Economy fares (Up/Standard/Basic). For Discount Economy (A), second bag is charged excess baggage fee (e.g., $200 at airport for US to Asia). |
| Overweight Fee | Bags 23-32 kg (50-70 lbs): Charged 0.5 piece excess baggage rate. Bags 32-45 kg (70-100 lbs): Charged 3 pieces excess baggage rate and requires prior approval. |
| Oversized Fee | Dimensions 158-277cm (62-109in): No oversize fee mentioned, but standard excess piece rates apply. Over 277cm (109in): Charged as 2 pieces of excess baggage. |
| Max Weight | 23 kg (Economy) / 32 kg (Business/First) |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Included in standard baggage allowance. Overweight/oversize fees apply if limits exceeded. Bicycles require deflated tires and pedals removed/turned. Golf bags must be in rigid cases.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (under 125cm/49in, 7kg/15lbs) allowed as carry-on. Large instruments require purchased extra seat (Cabin Baggage) or must be checked in hard cases.
International Rules
Long-haul flights (US/Canada/Europe/Oceania) and short-haul flights (within Asia) generally follow the same piece concept: 2 bags for most Economy fares, 1 bag for Discount Economy. Weight limits are 23 kg for Economy/Premium Economy and 32 kg for Business.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Prepay for excess baggage online to save modest savings compared to airport prices. 2. Join Infinity MileageLands or Star Alliance Gold for an extra free checked bag. 3. Weigh your carry-on carefully, as the 7 kg (15 lbs) limit is strictly enforced. 4. Avoid Discount Economy (A) if you need to check two bags.
Unique Nuances
EVA Air has a very strict 7 kg (15 lbs) weight limit for carry-on bags, which is frequently checked. Overweight checked bags between 23-32 kg are uniquely charged exactly 0.5 times the standard excess piece rate. Bags over 32 kg require prior approval and are charged 3 times the piece rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does EVA Air charge for checked bags?
- EVA Air charges Free for international flights (1 or 2 bags included depending on fare class). Extra bag fee starts at $140 at airport ($126 prepaid) for Zone 1. for the first checked bag and Free for most Economy fares (Up/Standard/Basic). For Discount Economy (A), second bag is charged excess baggage fee (e.g., $200 at airport for US to Asia). for the second bag.
- What is EVA Air's carry-on bag size limit?
- EVA Air carry-on allowance: Premium Economy/Economy: 1 bag, 22x14x9 inches (56x36x23 cm), 15 lbs (7 kg) max. Royal Laurel/Premium Laurel/Business: 2 bags, 15 lbs (7 kg) each. 1 personal item: 16x12x4 inches (40x30x10 cm). Free for all classes.
- Does EVA Air include free checked bags in economy?
- Yes, EVA Air includes at least one free checked bag in economy class. Economy: 2 bags (23 kg/50 lbs each) for most fares, 1 bag for Discount (A). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg/50 lbs each). Business/Royal Laurel: 2 bags (32 kg/70 lbs each).
- What is EVA Air's overweight baggage fee?
- Bags 23-32 kg (50-70 lbs): Charged 0.5 piece excess baggage rate. Bags 32-45 kg (70-100 lbs): Charged 3 pieces excess baggage rate and requires prior approval.
- Can I bring sports equipment on EVA Air?
- Included in standard baggage allowance. Overweight/oversize fees apply if limits exceeded. Bicycles require deflated tires and pedals removed/turned. Golf bags must be in rigid cases.
- What are EVA Air baggage fees?
- EVA Air baggage fees are Free for international flights (1 or 2 bags included depending on fare class). Extra bag fee starts at $140 at airport ($126 prepaid) for Zone 1 for the first checked bag and Free for most Economy fares (Up/Standard/Basic). For Discount Economy (A), second bag is charged excess baggage fee (e.g., $200 at airport for US to Asia) for the second. Overweight bags incur an additional fee of Bags 23-32 kg (50-70 lbs): Charged 0.5 piece excess baggage rate. Bags 32-45 kg (70-100 lbs): Charged 3 pieces excess baggage rate and requires prior approval. Long-haul flights (US/Canada/Europe/Oceania) and short-haul flights (within Asia) generally follow the same piece concept: 2 bags for most Economy fares, 1 bag for Discount Economy. Weight limits are 23 kg for Economy/Premium Economy and 32 kg for Business.