Zipair Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
ZIPAIR allows 2 carry-on items up to 7 kg total for free. All checked bags incur a fee, starting around $38-$85 depending on the route, with a strict 30 kg limit per bag.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Zipair (ZG) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 2 pieces total up to 7 kg (15.4 lbs) free. 1st piece: 55x40x25 cm. 2nd piece: 45x35x25 cm. Can upgrade to 15 kg for a fee. |
| Personal Item | Included in the 2-piece carry-on allowance. Second piece max 45x35x25 cm. Both pieces combined must not exceed 7 kg. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Standard/Value: 0 bags included. ZIP Full-Flat: 0 bags included. All checked bags require a fee. |
| First Bag Fee | $38 to $85 depending on route (e.g., $85 from US West Coast to Narita) |
| Second Bag Fee | Same as first bag fee (priced per piece, up to 5 pieces allowed). |
| Overweight Fee | Bags over 30 kg cannot be checked. Carry-on over 7kg without pre-purchased upgrade must be checked at standard fee plus ¥1,000 admin fee. |
| Oversized Fee | Bags over 203 cm cannot be checked (except eligible sports equipment). |
| Max Weight | 30 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 203 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Bicycles, golf, ski/snowboard, surfboards allowed. Max 32 kg per item. Fees vary by route and size (e.g., $64-$118 from US to Narita).
Musical Instruments
Large instruments must be checked. Cannot be carried on if they exceed standard carry-on dimensions.
International Rules
ZIPAIR is an international airline. Fees vary by route (e.g., Narita to Seoul is ¥4,000, Narita to US West Coast is $85).
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Pre-purchase checked bags online to avoid the ¥1,000 airport admin fee. 2. Pre-purchase the 8 kg carry-on upgrade if you need more weight. 3. Split heavy items between two passengers' carry-ons. 4. Weigh bags before arriving, as they strictly enforce the 7 kg limit.
Unique Nuances
ZIPAIR charges per piece rather than by weight, but each piece has a generous 30 kg limit. They strictly enforce the 7 kg carry-on limit and charge a ¥1,000 admin fee for any baggage payments made at the airport counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Zipair charge for checked bags?
- Zipair charges $38 to $85 depending on route (e.g., $85 from US West Coast to Narita) for the first checked bag and Same as first bag fee (priced per piece, up to 5 pieces allowed). for the second bag.
- What is Zipair's carry-on bag size limit?
- Zipair carry-on allowance: 2 pieces total up to 7 kg (15.4 lbs) free. 1st piece: 55x40x25 cm. 2nd piece: 45x35x25 cm. Can upgrade to 15 kg for a fee.. Included in the 2-piece carry-on allowance. Second piece max 45x35x25 cm. Both pieces combined must not exceed 7 kg.
- Does Zipair include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Zipair does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Standard/Value: 0 bags included. ZIP Full-Flat: 0 bags included. All checked bags require a fee.
- What is Zipair's overweight baggage fee?
- Bags over 30 kg cannot be checked. Carry-on over 7kg without pre-purchased upgrade must be checked at standard fee plus ¥1,000 admin fee.
- Can I bring sports equipment on Zipair?
- Bicycles, golf, ski/snowboard, surfboards allowed. Max 32 kg per item. Fees vary by route and size (e.g., $64-$118 from US to Narita).
- What are Zipair baggage fees?
- Zipair baggage fees are $38 to $85 depending on route (e.g., $85 from US West Coast to Narita) for the first checked bag and Same as first bag fee (priced per piece, up to 5 pieces allowed). for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of Bags over 30 kg cannot be checked. Carry-on over 7kg without pre-purchased upgrade must be checked at standard fee plus ¥1,000 admin fee.. ZIPAIR is an international airline. Fees vary by route (e.g., Narita to Seoul is ¥4,000, Narita to US West Coast is $85).