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Personal item, carry-on & checked bag rules
| Bag Type | All Fares |
|---|---|
Personal | 1×Free 1.5 kg 37.5 × 25 × 12.5 cm |
Carry-on | 2×Free 7 kg 56 × 45 × 25 cm |
Checked | 1×Free 158 cm linear |
Small handbag or laptop; must fit under seat. Separate 1.5 kg limit applies
Reports show carry-ons often weighed at check-in; lenient if compliant. Gate checks stricter on full flights
Prepaid extra piece from $80 USD; airport from $95; overweight/oversize adds 1x zone rate
Online excess: from THB 55/kg on domestic; from $12 USD/kg on international zones
Prepay to save vs airport rates; confirms space; purchase allowed until 24h before departure
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THAI allows carry-on bags up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm with a maximum weight of 7 kg. Personal items must fit within 37.5 × 25 × 12.5 cm. Checked bags on THAI must be purchased separately.
THAI allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 56 × 45 × 25 cm (approximately 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 inches). The maximum weight for a THAI carry-on is 7 kg (15 lb). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with THAI before your trip, as policies can change.
Yes, THAI includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 56 × 45 × 25 cm. The weight limit is 7 kg (15 lb).
If your carry-on exceeds THAI's size limits of 56 × 45 × 25 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. THAI may charge a fee: Prepaid extra piece from $80 USD; airport from $95; overweight/oversize adds 1x zone rate. Reports show carry-ons often weighed at check-in; lenient if compliant. Gate checks stricter on full flights
On THAI 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. THAI requires personal items to be no larger than 37.5 × 25 × 12.5 cm. The weight limit is 1.5 kg (3 lb). This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.
THAI allows personal items up to 37.5 × 25 × 12.5 cm (approximately 14.8 × 9.8 × 4.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Maximum weight for a personal item on THAI: 1.5 kg (3 lb). Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets THAI's requirements.
THAI includes 1 free checked bag on standard fares. Additional bag fees on THAI: Prepaid extra piece from $80 USD; airport from $95; overweight/oversize adds 1x zone rate.
THAI allows checked bags up to 158 cm (62 inches) in total linear dimensions.
The carry-on weight limit on THAI is 7 kg (15 lb). Your carry-on must also fit within 56 × 45 × 25 cm. THAI may weigh your carry-on at the gate, so pack accordingly. Reports show carry-ons often weighed at check-in; lenient if compliant. Gate checks stricter on full flights
THAI includes one checked bag on most standard fares at no extra charge. THAI baggage fees: Prepaid extra piece from $80 USD; airport from $95; overweight/oversize adds 1x zone rate
To avoid extra baggage fees on THAI: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (56 × 45 × 25 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 THAI fare (Online excess: from THB 55/kg on domestic; from $12 USD/kg on international zones). Planning ahead with THAI can save you significant fees at the airport.
| Metric | THAI | Industry Average | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Size | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | Above avg |
| Carry-on Weight | 7 kg | 10 kg | Below avg |
| Personal Item | Included | Usually included | Above avg |
| Checked Bag | Included | Varies by airline | Above avg |
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