United Airlines Baggage Policy: Los Angeles to Tokyo
United Airlines baggage fees start at $45 prepaid ($50 at check-in) for the first checked bag in domestic economy. All passengers except Basic Economy get 1 free carry-on and 1 personal item. Basic Economy only allows a personal item.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | United Airlines (UA) |
|---|---|
| Route | Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (TYO) |
| Nonstop | Yes |
| Carry-On | 22x14x9 inches (56x35x23 cm) including handles and wheels |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 17x10x9 inches (43x25x22 cm). Must fit under the seat. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Basic Economy: 0 bags (unless trans-Pacific/Atlantic). Economy: 0 bags (domestic). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg). Business/First: 2 bags (32 kg). |
| First Bag Fee | $45 prepaid, $50 at check-in for domestic economy |
| Second Bag Fee | $55 prepaid, $60 at check-in for domestic economy |
| Overweight Fee | $100 for bags 51-70 lbs (23-32 kg), $200 for bags 71-100 lbs (32-45 kg) |
| Oversized Fee | $200 for bags 63-115 linear inches |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) / 62 inches |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Route-Specific Tips: Los Angeles to Tokyo
- United includes 2 free checked bags (23kg each) on LAX-NRT/HND — matching Japanese carriers.
- Polaris Business passengers get 2 bags (32kg each) with priority handling.
- United operates from the new Midfield Satellite Concourse at LAX for some Tokyo flights.
- MileagePlus Premier members get additional bags — Premier 1K gets 3 free bags.
International Rules
Economy passengers can check 1 bag for free on most international routes. Basic Economy pays $75 for the first bag. Premium Economy gets 2 free bags.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Get a United MileagePlus credit card for a free first checked bag. 2. Prepay for bags at least 24 hours before departure to save $5. 3. Achieve Premier Elite status for free checked bags up to 70 lbs. 4. Pack only a personal item if flying Basic Economy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does United include free checked bags Los Angeles to Tokyo?
- Yes. All fare types on United's LAX-NRT/HND routes include 2 free checked bags (23kg each). Polaris Business includes 2 bags at 32kg each.
- What is United's carry-on policy for Tokyo flights?
- United allows 1 carry-on (56x35x22cm) plus 1 personal item (43x25x22cm) on all international flights including LAX to Tokyo.
- How much does a third checked bag cost on United LAX to Tokyo?
- A third checked bag costs $200 on United transpacific flights. Overweight bags (23-32kg) cost $100 extra per bag.
- Do United credit card holders get extra bags on LAX-Tokyo?
- United Explorer cardholders get 1 free checked bag, which stacks with the 2 already included on transpacific flights, giving you 3 free bags total.