Cathay Pacific Baggage Allowance

Cathay Pacific allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 56 × 36 × 23 cm (approximately 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 inches). The maximum weight for a Cathay Pacific carry-on is 7 kg (15 lb). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with Cathay Pacific before your trip, as policies can change.

Yes, Cathay Pacific includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. The weight limit is 7 kg (15 lb).

If your carry-on exceeds Cathay Pacific's size limits of 56 × 36 × 23 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. Cathay Pacific may charge a fee: Starting from $50 USD per 5kg block for extra baggage, varying by route. Based on passenger reports: generally moderate enforcement at check-in; stricter during peak times

On Cathay Pacific flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. Cathay Pacific requires personal items to be no larger than 40 × 30 × 15 cm. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.

Cathay Pacific allows personal items up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (approximately 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets Cathay Pacific's requirements.

Cathay Pacific includes 2 free checked bags on standard fares. Each checked bag on Cathay Pacific can weigh up to 30 kg (66 lb). Additional bag fees on Cathay Pacific: Starting from $50 USD per 5kg block for extra baggage, varying by route.

Cathay Pacific allows checked bags up to 158 cm (62 inches) in total linear dimensions. The maximum weight is 30 kg (66 lb).

The carry-on weight limit on Cathay Pacific is 7 kg (15 lb). Your carry-on must also fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. Cathay Pacific may weigh your carry-on at the gate, so pack accordingly. Based on passenger reports: generally moderate enforcement at check-in; stricter during peak times

Cathay Pacific includes one checked bag on most standard fares at no extra charge. Cathay Pacific baggage fees: Starting from $50 USD per 5kg block for extra baggage, varying by route

To avoid extra baggage fees on Cathay Pacific: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (56 × 36 × 23 cm); maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your Cathay Pacific fare (20% discount on standard airport excess baggage rate when prepaid online). Planning ahead with Cathay Pacific can save you significant fees at the airport.