Air Algeria Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Air Algeria allows 1 cabin bag up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm (10 kg) with no separate personal item — laptops, handbags and cameras must fit inside the single cabin bag. Checked baggage uses the Piece Concept on most international routes. Economy gets 1 piece of 23 kg to Europe and 2 pieces to Asia, Middle East and North America, while Business gets 2 pieces to Europe and 3 pieces on long-haul routes. Each checked bag must not exceed 158 cm linear or 23 kg. Domestic flights use a weight system with 20 kg in Economy, 30 kg in Business and 40 kg in First.
Published on August 10, 2026 by Luggage Validator
7/10
Air Algeria Baggage Policy Strictness
Strict
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
Overhead bin · 10 kg (22 lbs)
Personal Item
Not allowed
No separate personal item quota
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62.2 in)
1 free pc · 23 kg (50 lbs)/pc
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Air Algeria.
Stroller or car seat (one per infant)
Fully collapsible wheelchair
Crutches and splints
Standard Economy Allowance
Quick reference for your selected route type. See below for full cabin class comparison.
| Baggage Type | Free | Max Size | Weight Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Bag Overhead bin · per piece | 1 pc | 55×35×25cm 21.7×13.8×9.8in | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | No | - | - |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Promo | Smart | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | No | No | No | No |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | - | - | - | - |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 55×35×25cm 21.7×13.8×9.8in | 55×35×25cm 21.7×13.8×9.8in | 55×35×25cm 21.7×13.8×9.8in | 55×35×25cm 21.7×13.8×9.8in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 10 kg 22 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | 1 pc | 1 pc | 2 pc | 2 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Flew from Paris to Algiers on Air Algeria. They weighed my carry-on bag at the gate, which I did not expect. My bag was 11 kg and they told me it was over the 10 kg limit. I had to pay the 80 euro gate fee right there and they sent my bag to the hold. They were pretty strict about it — everyone with a roll-aboard got put on the scale. Pack light if you want to avoid stress and extra charges at boarding.
80 EUR
Flew economy from Algiers to Montreal. I knew the piece concept gives two 23 kg bags, but I overpacked my first bag and it came in at 28 kg at check-in. The agent charged me 75 euros for the overweight and told me the limit is strict at 23 kg per piece — you cannot balance it out with a lighter second bag. Next time I will weigh both bags at home and make sure each one stays under 23 kg to avoid the fee.
75 EUR
Traveled with my 8-month-old baby from Lyon to Algiers. We brought a stroller and a car seat, and both checked in for free at the counter. The agent did not even weigh them — they just tagged them as baby items. You get one stroller or car seat free per infant, so we had no issues. Just show up a little early so they have time to process the baby items.
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Air Algeria · Economy class · Europe routes. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | Not allowed | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Not allowed | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Not allowed | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Air Algeria's carry-on baggage allowance?
Air Algeria allows one free cabin bag with a maximum weight of 10 kg on Boeing and Airbus flights.
The bag must not exceed 55 cm in width, 35 cm in height and 25 cm in thickness.
On ATR turboprop flights, the limit drops to 5 kg with dimensions of 40 × 30 × 20 cm.
There is no separate personal item allowance — laptops, handbags and cameras must be placed inside your single authorized cabin bag.
Can I bring a backpack and a carry-on bag on Air Algeria?
No, Air Algeria only allows one cabin bag per passenger with no separate personal item.
A backpack counts as your one cabin bag even if you wear it on your shoulders.
Small items like a laptop bag, handbag or camera must fit inside your main cabin bag, they do not count as a separate free allowance.
If you show up with two bags at the gate, the second bag will be transferred to the hold and you will be charged a fee.
How much free checked baggage do I get on Air Algeria?
Air Algeria uses the Piece Concept on most international routes, meaning your allowance is counted in individual bags rather than total weight.
On European routes, Economy passengers get 1 piece of 23 kg, while Business and First passengers get 2 pieces each.
On routes to Asia, the Middle East and North America, Economy passengers get 2 pieces of 23 kg each, and Business and First passengers get 3 pieces each.
On domestic flights within Algeria, the airline uses a weight system — Economy gets 20 kg, Business gets 30 kg and First gets 40 kg.
On flights to the rest of Africa, all classes get 40 kg total under the weight system.
What is the Piece Concept on Air Algeria?
The Piece Concept means your baggage allowance is counted by the number of bags, not by total weight.
Each individual bag must stay under 23 kg in Economy and under the per-piece weight limit for higher classes.
You cannot combine the weight allowance across multiple bags — for example, with 2 pieces you cannot put 30 kg in one bag and 16 kg in the other, even though the total is 46 kg.
Every bag must individually respect both the weight limit and the 158 cm linear size limit.
How strict is Air Algeria with carry-on baggage checks?
Air Algeria has tightened carry-on enforcement since early 2026, with systematic weighing and sizing at the boarding gate on many routes.
Both the weight and the dimensions are checked, and bags that exceed either limit are transferred to the hold on the spot.
A second bag that was not counted as part of your allowance is also automatically sent to the hold with a fee.
Packing well under the 10 kg limit and making sure your bag fits the 55 × 35 × 25 cm sizer is the safest way to avoid extra charges at the gate.
What baby items can I bring for free on Air Algeria?
You can check one stroller or one car seat per infant free of charge.
These baby items do not count toward your regular baggage allowance.
Baby food and milk for the flight are allowed in the cabin in reasonable quantities, even beyond the standard liquid limits.
You should mention any baby items at check-in so they can be tagged properly.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Air Algeria website. Last updated August 10, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
Help keep this data accurate. If you spot outdated baggage rules or have recent experience flying with Air Algeria contribute your update