Caribbean Airlines Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Caribbean Airlines Economy Semi Flex passengers get 1 cabin bag of up to 10 kg and 114 cm linear plus 1 personal item of 91 cm linear. The fare also includes 1 free checked bag of up to 23 kg and 157 cm linear, with the same carry-on allowance applying across all travel classes.
Published on July 2, 2026 · Last verified on July 24, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Caribbean Airlines Baggage Policy Strictness
Moderate
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
56 × 35 × 23 cm (22 × 13.8 × 9.1 in)
Overhead bin · 10 kg (22 lbs)
Personal Item
Under seat
No official size · Must fit under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 157 cm (61.8 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 Caribbean Airlines.
Collapsible stroller or infant carrying basket or car seat
Mobility aids and wheelchairs
Service dogs
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 | 56×35×23cm 22×13.8×9.1in | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | Must fit under seat | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 157 cm 61.8 in | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Economy Non Flex | Economy Semi Flex | Economy Flex | Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 56×35×23cm 22×13.8×9.1in | 56×35×23cm 22×13.8×9.1in | 56×35×23cm 22×13.8×9.1in | 56×35×23cm 22×13.8×9.1in |
| 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 | 3 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | ≤ 157 cm 61.8 in | ≤ 157 cm 61.8 in | ≤ 157 cm 61.8 in | ≤ 157 cm 61.8 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Caribbean Airlines · Economy class. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Too large for under seat | OK | 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 | Over Limit |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caribbean Airlines' carry-on baggage policy?
All Caribbean Airlines passengers may carry 1 cabin bag with a maximum linear dimension of 114 cm and weighing up to 10 kg, regardless of travel class.
One personal item such as a handbag, backpack, briefcase or laptop bag is also permitted, with a maximum linear dimension of 91 cm.
All dimensions include wheels, handles and pockets.
How much free checked baggage comes with Caribbean Airlines?
Caribbean Airlines uses a piece concept for checked baggage with a maximum linear size of 157 cm per piece.
Economy Non Flex and Economy Semi Flex fares include 1 free checked bag weighing up to 23 kg.
Economy Flex includes 2 free checked bags, each weighing up to 23 kg.
Business class includes 3 free checked bags, each weighing up to 23 kg.
What special items can I bring for free on Caribbean Airlines?
Each infant may bring one collapsible stroller, infant carrying basket or car seat free of charge.
Mobility aids and wheelchairs are carried free of charge.
Service dogs are permitted in the cabin free of charge.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Caribbean Airlines website. Last updated July 24, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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