Air France Airlines baggage allowance – rules, prices and limits in 2025

You can transport small musical instruments such as violin or guitar with Air France Airlines as part of your hand baggage allowance, if they do not exceed the maximum total dimensions of 115cm. Air France permits the transport of musical instruments on an additional seat with prior booking and approval, obtained at least 48 hours before departure. The weight of the instrument must not exceed 45 kg. Musical instruments can also be transported with Air France Airlines as checked luggage if they fit within your checked luggage allowance, or in the hold with prior approval.

If your sports equipment, such as golf bag and ski equipment, does not exceed your checked luggage allowance (23kg or 32kg and total dimensions of 300cm), you can take it with you on Air France Airlines domestic or international flights without additional fees. Large sports equipment such as a surfboard or a bike will be accepted by Air France Airlines at a fee varying between €40 – €100 depending on the route.

Cats and dogs up to 8kg weight (together with the cage) are permitted in the cabin on some routes but are not part of the Air France Airlines cabin baggage allowance; therefore, an extra charge will apply. You animal must be transported in an approved container and meet all the health and safety regulations of the countries of origin and destination of the flight. Larger dogs (up to 75kg) can be transported in the hold for a fee between €20 – €200.

Air France Airlines have a strict policy, and an overweight baggage fee will apply for any baggage in excess of the cabin or checked baggage allowance. Check the baggage weight limit for your Air France Airlines fare in the table above before you fly.

If you are travelling with your infant on your lap, you are permitted an additional hand baggage item up to 12kg and dimensions not exceeding 55cm x 35cm x 25cm and an additional baggage item weighing up to 10kg. You can also bring a small foldable stroller or car seat at no extra charge. Air France Airlines hand and checked baggage allowance for older children and children with a separate seat purchased is the same as for the adult passengers.

Before you fly with Air France Airlines you can add additional cabin baggage allowance to your booking. You can do so online at a lower price, up to 24 hours before departure, or at the airport before check in.

Air France Airlines might check the weight and size of your hand luggage during check in or boarding. If your carry-on baggage exceeds your Air France cabin baggage allowance, you will have to check it in at an additional cost. Season, time of day and how crowded the flight is might influence the likelihood that your bag will be checked.

The cost of extra luggage on Air France Airlines depends on your fare and flight route, and duration. It varies between €55 and €285 per bag and will be higher when purchased at the airport.

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