Air New Zealand cabin bag size
Everything you can bring on board Air New Zealand — sizes, weight and cost.
Air New Zealand cabin baggage explained
Air New Zealand Economy allows one 55 × 40 × 23 cm cabin bag up to 7 kg. As with its Australasian neighbours, it is the 7 kg weight — not the dimensions — that usually decides whether a bag flies in the cabin.
What your fare changes
Economy includes a 55 × 40 × 23 cm cabin bag up to 7 kg. Some fares and higher cabins allow more pieces or weight, and domestic and international services can differ, so confirm the exact allowance on your specific booking.
What to check before you fly
The 7 kg limit is low and Air New Zealand weighs hand luggage, so a bag that passes the sizer can still be over. Keep dense items such as books, cameras and chargers to a minimum in the cabin bag. Wheels and handles count in the box.
Full baggage allowance
| Allowance | Max size | Weight | Fare | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cabin bag / carry-on | 55 × 40 × 23 cm 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 7 kg | Economy | Free |
Worked bag-size example
Take an Economy cabin bag measuring 54 × 39 × 22 cm and weighing 6.5 kg. Compare it with the cabin-bag limit of 55 × 40 × 23 cm and 7 kg.
The smallest dimensional margin is 1 cm, so the bag is within the size limit. Its weight margin is 0.5 kg.
We compare the three outside edges after orientation, including protruding parts. A result with less than 0.5 cm of clearance is marked tight because measuring and packing can change the real size.
Air New Zealand baggage FAQ
What size cabin bag can I take on Air New Zealand?+
Air New Zealand's cabin bag limit is 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), up to 7 kg. Measure your bag including wheels and handles.
How do I check if my bag fits Air New Zealand?+
Measure height, width and depth in cm or inches and enter them into the checker — you'll see instantly whether your bag fits Air New Zealand for free, is tight, or is over the limit, with the exact margin.
What is Air New Zealand’s cabin baggage limit?+
Economy allows a 55 × 40 × 23 cm cabin bag up to 7 kg; the 7 kg cap is usually the binding limit.
Does Air New Zealand weigh hand luggage?+
Yes. Because the limit is 7 kg, a bag that fits the sizer can still be stopped on weight.
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