Spring Airlines Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Spring Airlines is a strict Chinese low-cost carrier. Standard economy passengers get one cabin bag of up to 7 kg and 40 x 30 x 20 cm, with no separate personal item allowance. Basic domestic fares include zero free checked baggage, while standard fares and Spring Plus include 20 kg on a weight concept, and international tickets generally come with 20 kg of checked luggage.
Published on July 9, 2026 · Last verified on July 10, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Spring Airlines 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
40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 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: Not specified
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Spring Airlines.
Coat / wrap
Umbrella / walking stick
Crutches / mobility aids
For passenger's own use
Infant food
For consumption during the flight
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 | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | 7 kg 15 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | No | - | - |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · weight system | 20 kg 44 lbs | - | Not specified |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Basic Fare | Standard Fare | Spring Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | No | No | No |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | - | - | - |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | 55×40×20cm 21.7×15.7×7.9in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Total weight | Not allowed | 20 kg 44 lbs | 20 kg 44 lbs |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | - | - |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Booked the cheapest Spring Airlines fare from Shanghai to Shenzhen and did not realize it included zero free checked baggage. Ended up paying 180 CNY at the airport for a 12 kg bag, which was way more than pre-booking online would have cost. Definitely pay extra for the baggage package or pre-buy weight ahead of time on this airline.
180 CNY
Got stopped at the boarding gate on my Spring Airlines flight from Chengdu because my standard 20 inch roller did not fit in the sizer. Their cabin limit is only 40 x 30 x 20 cm which is much smaller than most airlines, and they made me check it at the gate for a high fee. Measure your bag very carefully before flying Spring Airlines.
Paid a bit extra for Spring Plus on my flight from Hangzhou to Guangzhou and it was totally worth it because I got a 10 kg cabin bag at 55 x 40 x 20 cm instead of the tight 7 kg limit. The bigger allowance let me pack everything I needed for a week long business trip without checking any luggage at all.
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Spring Airlines · Economy class · Domestic 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 (20kg total) |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Not allowed | OK | OK (20kg total) |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Not allowed | Over Limit | 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
How much carry-on baggage does Spring Airlines allow?
Spring Airlines allows one cabin bag per passenger weighing up to 7 kg with maximum dimensions of 40 x 30 x 20 cm on standard fares, and this is one of the smallest cabin allowances among major airlines.
There is no separate personal item allowance, so small bags like purses and laptop bags need to fit inside or count toward the same 7 kg limit.
The size measurement does not include wheels, handles or external pockets according to the airline, but gate agents still use sizers and oversized bags will be refused at boarding.
Does the basic Spring Airlines fare include any free checked baggage on domestic flights?
No, the cheapest domestic fare on Spring Airlines does not include any free checked baggage at all, and you have to pay extra for every kilogram if you need to check a bag.
Standard fares and bundled packages include 20 kg of checked baggage on a weight concept, meaning the total weight matters rather than the number of separate bags.
Pre-purchasing checked baggage online before your flight is always much cheaper than paying per kilogram at the airport counter on the day of travel.
What is Spring Plus and what extra baggage do you get with it?
Spring Plus is Spring Airlines premium service that upgrades your cabin baggage allowance to 10 kg and increases the size limit to 55 x 40 x 20 cm compared with the standard 7 kg and 40 x 30 x 20 cm.
The checked baggage allowance with Spring Plus is the same 20 kg total as standard fares on most routes, so the main benefit is the larger and heavier carry-on bag plus priority boarding and better seat selection.
Many business travelers choose Spring Plus specifically so they can pack more in the cabin and avoid paying for checked baggage on short trips.
How much checked baggage do you get on Spring Airlines international flights?
Spring Airlines international tickets generally include 20 kg of checked baggage per passenger on a weight concept, even on the base fare, which is different from domestic flights where the cheapest ticket has no free checked bag at all.
The exact allowance can vary a little depending on the specific route and destination, especially on flights to Japan, Southeast Asia and Korea, so you should always check your booking confirmation.
Spring Plus on international routes follows the same cabin upgrade to 10 kg and 55 x 40 x 20 cm, and checked limits depend on the route and fare class.
What happens if my cabin bag is too big or too heavy at the gate on Spring Airlines?
If your cabin bag does not fit the sizer or looks heavier than 7 kg at the boarding gate on Spring Airlines, the staff can force you to check it into the hold and charge you a penalty fee on the spot.
Gate checking fees are much higher than pre-booking checked baggage in advance, so it is never worth trying to sneak an oversized or overweight bag past the counter.
Spring Airlines is well known for being one of the strictest airlines in Asia when it comes to cabin baggage enforcement, especially on busy flights and at base airports.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Spring Airlines website. Last updated July 10, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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