Air Cairo Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Air Cairo passengers can bring 1 cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm or 118 cm linear, weighing up to 7 kg. Economy class includes 1 free checked bag up to 23 kg or 50 lbs and 158 cm or 62 inches linear on most routes. International flights from Cairo and other main airports may include up to 30 kg.
Published on July 4, 2026 · Last verified on July 30, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Air Cairo 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 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
Overhead bin · 7 kg (15 lbs)
Personal Item
Not allowed
No separate personal item quota
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62 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 Cairo.
Baby stroller
For infants, checked baggage
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 | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 7 kg 15 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | No | - | - |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Super Saver | Economy | Eco Flex | Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | ≤ 158 cm 62 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 Air Cairo from Cairo to Luxor in economy class. Had one checked bag at 22 kg which was well under the 23 kg limit. Check-in at Cairo airport was quick and nobody asked about the weight. The 158 cm linear size is standard and my regular suitcase fit easily.
Travelled from Hurghada to Cairo with a cabin bag weighing 7.5 kg. At the gate they had a scale and weighed every bag. I had to take out a book and a water bottle to get under 7 kg before they let me board. The 55 x 40 x 23 cm sizer was also there so make sure your bag fits.
Flew with my 10 month old from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo. Checked our full-size stroller at the ticket counter for free. The agent told us infants also get one checked bag up to 10 kg plus the stroller. We also carried on a baby bag with food and bottles which was no problem.
Flew Air Cairo from Cairo to Vienna in economy. My checked bag weighed 28 kg and I was worried it would be overweight, but the agent said the allowance is 30 kg on international routes from Cairo. The 62 inch linear size limit is the same as domestic flights. Bag arrived safely in Vienna.
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Air Cairo · Economy class. 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 | OK | 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 Cairo carry-on baggage allowance?
Air Cairo allows one cabin bag per passenger weighing up to 7 kg with maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23 cm, which adds up to 118 cm linear.
All dimensions include wheels, handles and pockets, and the bag must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat.
There is no separate personal item allowance, so a handbag or laptop bag counts as your main cabin item.
How many free checked bags do you get on Air Cairo economy class?
Economy class passengers get one free checked bag weighing up to 23 kg or 50 pounds on domestic routes and most resort airport routes.
Each checked bag must not exceed 158 cm or 62 inches when you add length plus width plus height.
Bags weighing more than 23 kg up to 32 kg are considered heavy and incur an extra charge at the airport.
Does Air Cairo baggage allowance change depending on the route?
The free checked baggage weight varies by departure and arrival airport on Air Cairo.
Flights from Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and similar main airports include 30 kg or 65 pounds per passenger in economy.
Domestic flights within Egypt and flights from resort airports like Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh include 23 kg or 50 pounds.
What free baggage do infants receive on Air Cairo?
Infants who do not have their own seat are allowed one checked bag weighing up to 10 kg.
One baby stroller is also accepted as checked baggage free of charge for infants.
Parents can also carry essential baby items such as food and bottles in the cabin.
What happens if my checked bag exceeds the weight or size limit?
Checked bags weighing more than the free allowance incur excess baggage charges which vary by route.
Any single bag weighing more than 32 kg will not be accepted as checked baggage and must be sent as cargo instead.
Bags larger than 158 cm linear may also be subject to oversized baggage fees at the airport.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Air Cairo website. Last updated July 30, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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