Bangkok Airways Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Bangkok Airways economy passengers get 1 cabin bag of 50 × 36 × 23 cm and 7 kg on all flights, with no separate personal item allowance. Airbus flights allow up to 56 cm length while ATR turboprops follow the 50 cm limit. Checked baggage follows a weight-based system with 20 kg free in Economy and 40 kg free in Blue Ribbon Business Class, with a maximum of 32 kg per piece.
Published on July 1, 2026 · Last verified on July 23, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Bangkok Airways Baggage Policy Strictness
Moderate
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
50 × 36 × 23 cm (19.7 × 14.2 × 9.1 in)
Overhead bin · 7 kg (15 lbs)
Personal Item
Not allowed
No separate personal item quota
Checked Baggage
Not specified
20 kg (44 lbs) free total
Max per piece: 32 kg (70 lbs)
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Bangkok Airways.
Medication and prescription items
Baby food and milk
Special dietary requirements
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 | 50×36×23cm 19.7×14.2×9.1in | 7 kg 15 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | No | - | - |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · weight system | 20 kg 44 lbs | - | 32 kg 70 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Economy | Blue Ribbon |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | No | No |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | - | - |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 50×36×23cm 19.7×14.2×9.1in | 50×36×23cm 19.7×14.2×9.1in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Total weight | 20 kg 44 lbs | 40 kg 88 lbs |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | - |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | 32 kg 70 lbs | 32 kg 70 lbs |
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Bangkok Airways · 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 (20kg total) |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Not allowed | OK | OK (20kg total) |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Not allowed | OK | OK (20kg total) |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK (20kg total) |
22" North American Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK (20kg total) |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK (20kg total) |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK (20kg total) |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK (20kg total) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to prepay extra baggage online or pay at the airport?
Prepaying extra baggage online is significantly cheaper than paying overweight fees at the airport.
Domestic prepaid rates start at 600 THB for 5 kg and go up to 3,600 THB for 40 kg.
Airport overweight charges are 180 THB per kilogram per sector on domestic routes.
Prepaid baggage must be purchased at least 2 hours before departure on the Bangkok Airways website.
International excess baggage rates vary by zone and are charged in USD per kilogram.
What is Bangkok Airways' carry-on baggage policy?
Every passenger gets 1 cabin bag with maximum dimensions of 50 × 36 × 23 cm and a weight limit of 7 kg.
ATR turboprop aircraft follow the 50 cm limit, while Airbus aircraft allow up to 56 cm in length.
No separate personal item allowance is included with the fare.
All dimensions include wheels, handles and pockets.
How much free checked baggage comes with Bangkok Airways?
Bangkok Airways operates a weight-based checked baggage system where total weight counts rather than the number of pieces.
Economy Class includes 20 kg of free checked baggage per passenger.
Blue Ribbon Class, the business cabin, includes 40 kg of free checked baggage per passenger.
The maximum weight per single piece is 32 kg under Thai airport regulations.
Infant passengers receive 10 kg of free baggage allowance.
What items are exempt from the carry-on limit?
Medications and prescription items may be carried on board in appropriate quantities for the flight duration.
Baby food and milk are also exempt from the standard carry-on limits.
Items for special dietary requirements are permitted when supported by documentation such as a doctor letter.
All exempt items must be declared to security staff at the checkpoint for inspection.
Does Bangkok Airways actually weigh carry-on bags at the gate?
The 7 kg carry-on weight limit is officially enforced but enforcement varies by airport and time of year.
Most travelers report that carry-on bags are rarely weighed at the gate on regular flights.
Peak travel periods like Songkran and Christmas tend to have stricter enforcement.
Bags that are obviously oversized or very heavy are more likely to be checked.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Bangkok Airways website. Last updated July 23, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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