Carry On

Air New Zealand baggage policy and allowance

The full Air New Zealand (Air NZ) baggage allowance on one page. Checked bags can measure up to 62.2 in (158 cm) in total and weigh up to 50.7 lb (23 kg). The carry-on limit is L + W + D ≤ 46.5 in (118 cm) and the personal item limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm). Checked bag: Depends on fare and route.

Checked bag size
62.2 in
158 cm · length + width + height
Checked bag weight
50.7 lb
23 kg
Carry-on limit
46.5 in
15.4 lb
Free checked bags
Depends on fare and route

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Rules to know

  • The limit is a total of length + width + height, not three separate sides.
  • No official personal item dimensions are published. It must fit under the seat in front of you.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Air New Zealand checked bag size limit?

Each checked bag can measure up to 62.2 in (158 cm) in total (length + width + height), including wheels and handles.

What is the Air New Zealand checked bag weight limit?

The standard limit is 50.7 lb (23 kg) per bag in economy. Heavier bags pay an overweight fee, and bags over 32 kg (70 lb) are usually refused.

How many free checked bags does Air New Zealand include?

It depends on the fare and route. Light or basic fares usually include no checked bag, while standard and long-haul fares usually include one.

How much are Air New Zealand baggage fees?

Fees depend on the route, the fare and when you pay. Adding a bag during booking is almost always cheaper than at the airport. The official Air New Zealand page lists current prices.

What is the Air New Zealand hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is L + W + D ≤ 46.5 in (118 cm), 15.4 lb (7 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).

What counts as a personal item on Air New Zealand?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. No exact size is published, so aim for a bag under 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Air New Zealand baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy