Air France Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
Air France is a full-service carrier whose Economy cabin is split into fares — Light, Standard, and Flex. Every fare includes one free small accessory (handbag, laptop bag) up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. A full cabin bag (55 x 35 x 25 cm) and a free checked bag depend on the fare: Light includes no free checked bag and limited hand baggage, while Standard and Flex include one 23kg checked bag. Baggage is priced in euros and varies by route, so always confirm in Air France's baggage calculator before flying.
At a glance
🎒 Personal item
Free on every fare: one small accessory such as a handbag, briefcase, or laptop bag up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm that fits under the seat in front of you. The combined weight of cabin baggage plus accessory must not exceed 12kg in Economy.
🧳 Carry-on
A full cabin bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm is included on Standard and Flex fares (combined cabin + accessory weight up to 12kg in Economy). On the cheapest Light fare, hand baggage may be limited to the small accessory only — confirm your fare conditions, as a full cabin bag may need to be purchased.
Air France checked bag fees
| Economy Light | No free checked bag (must be purchased) |
| Economy Standard / Flex | 1 × 23kg bag included |
| First checked bag on Light — short/medium-haul Europe | from about €25 online (≈ €40 at the airport) |
| Max checked bag size / weight (Economy) | 158 cm total dimensions, up to 23kg |
🔁 Change & cancellation
Light is the most restrictive fare: changes incur a fee plus any fare difference and the ticket is largely non-refundable (taxes may be refundable). Standard allows changes for a fee, and Flex offers the most flexible rebooking and refund terms. A short grace period applies to bookings made directly with Air France. Check the exact fare conditions at the time of booking.
Other common fees
| Second checked bag (Economy, by route) | from around €40 in Europe, more long-haul (EUR) |
| Overweight bag (23–32kg) | extra fee, route dependent (EUR) |
| Oversize bag (over 158cm) | extra fee, route dependent (EUR) |
| Advance seat reservation (standard) | from a few euros, varies by route (EUR) |
How to avoid extra fees
- Every fare includes a free under-seat accessory up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm, so a light short trip may cost nothing extra.
- Economy Light has no free checked bag and limited hand baggage — if you need to check a bag, compare adding one vs. booking the Standard fare which includes a 23kg bag.
- Pre-pay checked bags online: Air France gives at least 20% off the airport price when you buy the baggage option in advance.
- Keep combined cabin baggage plus accessory under 12kg in Economy; overweight or oversize cabin bags can be sent to the hold at the gate.
- Use Air France's online baggage calculator before you fly, because the euro price changes with route, season, and how early you pay.
Air France baggage — FAQ
Does Air France Economy Light include a checked bag?
No. Economy Light includes only a small under-seat accessory and limited hand baggage. Any checked bag must be purchased separately, or you can book Economy Standard/Flex which includes one 23kg bag.
What is Air France's carry-on allowance?
One small accessory up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm on every fare, plus a full cabin bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm on Standard and Flex fares. Combined cabin + accessory weight must stay under 12kg in Economy.
How much is a checked bag on Air France in Europe?
On the Light fare, the first checked bag starts from about €25 prepaid online on short/medium-haul European routes (around €40 at the airport). Prices are in euros and vary by route and how early you pay.
Sources
This guide is independent and not affiliated with Air France. Baggage fees and policies change often and vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm on the airline's official website before booking or flying.