Cebu Pacific Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Cebu Pacific passengers get 1 cabin bag up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) plus 1 personal item up to 20 × 20 × 36 cm (8 × 8 × 14 in), with a combined total weight of 7 kg. GO Easy and GO Flexi fares include 1 free checked bag up to 20 kg with a maximum size of 99 × 99 × 99 cm (297 cm linear). GO Basic fares do not include any checked baggage. Each checked bag can weigh up to 32 kg maximum.
Published on July 2, 2026 · Last verified on July 24, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Cebu Pacific Baggage Policy Strictness
Very Strict
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)
Overhead bin · Not specified
Personal Item
20 × 20 × 36 cm (8 × 8 × 14 in)
Under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 297 cm (117 in)
1 free pc · 20 kg (44 lbs)/pc
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Cebu Pacific.
Fully collapsible stroller, infant car seat or bassinet
Walking cane, wheelchair or mobility aid
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 | 56×36×23cm 22×14×9in | Not specified |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | 20×20×36cm 8×8×14in | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 297 cm 117 in | 20 kg 44 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Go Basic | Go Easy | Go Flexi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | 20×20×36cm 8×8×14in | 20×20×36cm 8×8×14in | 20×20×36cm 8×8×14in |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 56×36×23cm 22×14×9in | 56×36×23cm 22×14×9in | 56×36×23cm 22×14×9in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | No | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | ≤ 297 cm 117 in | ≤ 297 cm 117 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | - | 20 kg 44 lbs | 20 kg 44 lbs |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Flew GO Flexi from Manila to Boracay with my diving gear. The 20kg included baggage was almost enough, but I went about 3kg over. At the airport they charged 700 PHP per kilogram for excess, which added up fast. I should have just upgraded my baggage online before the flight — you can add 4kg for only 700 PHP total, which is way cheaper than paying per kilo at the airport. Pro tip: if you're even close to the limit, pre-upgrade online. It saves you money and stress at check-in.
700 PHP
Tried bringing my usual 25L daypack as a personal item on Cebu Pacific and the agent at check-in stopped me immediately. The personal item size limit is only 20 x 20 x 36 cm, which is basically a small handbag or a very slim laptop sleeve. My backpack was way bigger — more like 30 x 20 x 45 cm. Had to count it as my hand carry instead, which meant I couldn't bring my rolling carry-on. If you fly Cebu Pacific, don't expect to bring a normal backpack as your personal item. It won't fit the sizer.
Got stopped at the boarding gate at Mactan-Cebu International Airport on my way back to Manila. My carry-on backpack was about 9kg and they had a scale right there. I thought the 7kg limit was just for the main bag, but no — it's 7kg total including your personal item. My laptop alone was 2kg, so the backpack could only be 5kg realistically. Had to check the bag at the gate for 2,000 PHP. Cebu Pacific is really strict about this — they weigh bags at every gate on busy routes.
2000 PHP
Booked the cheapest GO Basic fare from Manila to Cebu and figured I'd just add baggage at the airport if I needed it. Total mistake. At NAIA Terminal 3 they wanted 2,500 PHP for a 20kg bag at the check-in counter, which is two and a half times what it costs if you pre-book online. I ended up paying more for the bag than the flight itself. Next time I'll either pack light or just get GO Easy — it includes 20kg checked baggage and isn't that much more expensive. Always add baggage during booking, never at the airport.
2500 PHP
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Cebu Pacific · Economy class. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | Over Limit | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Over Limit | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Over Limit | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Over Limit | OK | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cebu Pacific check if my carry-on bag is under 7 kg?
All Cebu Pacific passengers receive a 7 kg hand carry allowance regardless of fare type.
Passengers may bring one cabin bag for the overhead bin measuring up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm and one personal item for under the seat measuring up to 20 × 20 × 36 cm.
The 7 kg weight limit applies to both items combined, not each piece individually.
All dimensions include wheels, handles and pockets.
How many checked bags come with my Cebu Pacific ticket?
Checked baggage is only included in GO Easy and GO Flexi fare bundles, with one piece weighing up to 20 kg.
GO Basic fares do not include any free checked baggage and passengers must purchase baggage as an add-on.
Each checked bag can be upgraded by 4 kg, 8 kg or 12 kg increments up to a maximum of 32 kg.
Up to three pieces of checked baggage can be purchased online per passenger.
What is the maximum size for checked baggage on Cebu Pacific?
Each checked bag must not exceed 99 × 99 × 99 cm (39 × 39 × 39 in), which equals 297 cm total linear dimensions.
This is larger than the standard 158 cm limit on most full-service airlines because Cebu Pacific uses a different cargo loading system.
If your bag exceeds these dimensions, you will need to purchase the CEB Special Baggage add-on through the mobile app.
Is it cheaper to pre-book baggage online or buy it at the airport?
Pre-booking baggage online is significantly cheaper than buying at the airport.
A 20 kg prepaid bag costs around PHP 1,000 for domestic flights, while the same bag purchased at the airport costs PHP 2,500.
Overweight baggage fees at the airport are charged per kilogram, which can add up very quickly.
You can add or upgrade baggage online up to 2 hours before your flight through Manage Booking.
Can I bring a backpack as my personal item on Cebu Pacific?
The personal item size limit is only 20 × 20 × 36 cm, which is quite small.
Most standard backpacks will not fit within these dimensions and will be counted as your main cabin bag instead.
Suitable personal items include a small handbag, slim laptop sleeve, or very small purse.
If you bring both a rolling carry-on and a regular backpack, the backpack will likely need to be checked in.
Do infants get a free baggage allowance on Cebu Pacific?
Infants on lap do not receive any separate cabin or checked baggage allowance.
However, one fully collapsible stroller, infant car seat, or bassinet can be checked in free of charge.
Walking canes, wheelchairs, and mobility aids are also checked in for free for passengers who need them.
Infants with their own seat receive the same baggage allowance as adult passengers.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Cebu Pacific 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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