Korean Air Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Korean Air allows 1 carry-on and 1 personal item with a strict combined weight limit of 10kg (22lbs). Economy passengers get 1 free checked bag (23kg) on most international routes, and 2 free bags on Americas routes.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Korean Air (KE) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 1 carry-on bag + 1 personal item, max 10kg (22lbs) total. Carry-on max 55x40x20 cm (21x15x8 in). |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item allowed (e.g., handbag, laptop bag). Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy (Saver): 1 bag (23kg). Economy (Standard/Flex): 1 bag (23kg) for general international, 2 bags (23kg each) for Americas routes. Prestige: 2 bags (32kg each). First: 3 bags (32kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | Free for all fare types on international flights. |
| Second Bag Fee | Free for Economy Standard/Flex on Americas routes. $100 USD for Economy Saver on Americas routes. $100-$200 USD depending on route for other Economy fares. |
| Overweight Fee | $100 USD for 24-32 kg (50-70 lbs). $200 USD for 33-45 kg (70-100 lbs). |
| Oversized Fee | $200 USD for 159-203 cm (62-80 in). $400 USD for 204-292 cm (80-115 in). |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Oversize fee waived for sports bags (up to 292cm) if combined weight of sports bag + standard checked bag is within ticket's weight allowance (e.g., 23kg).
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (under 115cm) allowed as carry-on. Large instruments (over 115cm) require purchased seat. Checked instruments must be in hard case.
International Rules
Americas routes: 2 free bags (23kg) for Standard Economy. General International (Asia, Europe): 1 free bag (23kg) for Economy. Brazil routes: Economy Saver reduced to 1 bag (23kg) after June 30, 2025.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Weigh carry-on and personal item together to ensure they are under 10kg. 2. Prepay for extra bags online for a discount. 3. Join SKYPASS Morning Calm Club for 1 extra free bag. 4. Pack sports equipment with standard bag to utilize the waiver rule.
Unique Nuances
1. Carry-on and personal item weight is combined and strictly enforced at 10kg total. 2. Sports equipment oversize fees are waived if combined with standard bag weight under the limit. 3. Morning Calm Club members get an extra free bag on most routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Korean Air charge for checked bags?
- Korean Air charges Free for all fare types on international flights. for the first checked bag and Free for Economy Standard/Flex on Americas routes. $100 USD for Economy Saver on Americas routes. $100-$200 USD depending on route for other Economy fares. for the second bag.
- What is Korean Air's carry-on bag size limit?
- Korean Air carry-on allowance: 1 carry-on bag + 1 personal item, max 10kg (22lbs) total. Carry-on max 55x40x20 cm (21x15x8 in).. 1 personal item allowed (e.g., handbag, laptop bag). Must fit under the seat in front of you.
- Does Korean Air include free checked bags in economy?
- Yes, Korean Air includes at least one free checked bag in economy class. Economy (Saver): 1 bag (23kg). Economy (Standard/Flex): 1 bag (23kg) for general international, 2 bags (23kg each) for Americas routes. Prestige: 2 bags (32kg each). First: 3 bags (32kg each).
- What is Korean Air's overweight baggage fee?
- $100 USD for 24-32 kg (50-70 lbs). $200 USD for 33-45 kg (70-100 lbs).
- Can I bring sports equipment on Korean Air?
- Oversize fee waived for sports bags (up to 292cm) if combined weight of sports bag + standard checked bag is within ticket's weight allowance (e.g., 23kg).
- What are Korean Air baggage fees?
- Korean Air baggage fees are Free for all fare types on international flights. for the first checked bag and Free for Economy Standard/Flex on Americas routes. $100 USD for Economy Saver on Americas routes. $100-$200 USD depending on route for other Economy fares. for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $100 USD for 24-32 kg (50-70 lbs). $200 USD for 33-45 kg (70-100 lbs).. Americas routes: 2 free bags (23kg) for Standard Economy. General International (Asia, Europe): 1 free bag (23kg) for Economy. Brazil routes: Economy Saver reduced to 1 bag (23kg) after June 30, 2025.