Asiana Airlines Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
Asiana Airlines is a South Korean full-service carrier that uses the piece concept on international routes and a weight concept on domestic Korean flights. On routes to/from/via the US, Economy includes 2 free checked bags (each up to 23 kg / 50 lb); on other international routes Economy typically includes 1 free bag up to 23 kg. Carry-on is 1 bag plus 1 personal item up to a combined 10 kg. Asiana is a Star Alliance member, so elite status can add extra allowance.
At a glance
🎒 Personal item
1 personal item allowed in addition to the carry-on bag — a handbag, laptop bag, or small item that fits under the seat in front of you. Its weight counts toward the combined 10 kg cabin limit.
🧳 Carry-on
1 carry-on bag plus 1 personal item, combined weight up to 10 kg (22 lb) in Economy. The carry-on bag must not exceed 55 x 40 x 20 cm (total 115 cm). Business passengers receive a higher combined cabin weight allowance.
Asiana Airlines checked bag fees
| Economy included (US routes — piece concept) | 2 x 23 kg |
| Economy included (other international routes — piece concept) | 1 x 23 kg |
| Business included (US routes) | 2 x 32 kg |
| First included (US routes) | 3 x 32 kg |
| Economy included (domestic Korea — weight concept) | 20 kg total |
| Max size per checked bag | 158 cm (total L+W+H) |
🔁 Change & cancellation
Change and refund conditions depend on the fare type. Flexible economy and business fares allow changes with low or no penalty, while discounted and promotional economy fares carry change/cancellation fees and may be partly non-refundable. Asiana Club award tickets follow separate redeposit rules. Always review the fare conditions shown at booking.
Other common fees
| Excess / additional bag (US routes) | Approx. USD 200 per extra bag |
| Excess / additional bag (other international) | Approx. USD 60–140 per bag by region |
| Overweight bag (23–32 kg) | Additional fee per bag, varies by route |
How to avoid extra fees
- Route matters: US flights give Economy 2 free bags, while most other international routes give only 1 — confirm before booking a second bag.
- Domestic Korean flights use a 20 kg weight concept rather than the international piece system.
- Star Alliance Gold members receive an additional free checked bag on most routes.
- No single bag may exceed 32 kg or 158 cm; heavier or larger items must be sent as cargo or split into multiple bags.
Asiana Airlines baggage — FAQ
How many free checked bags does Asiana Economy include?
On US routes Economy includes 2 free bags up to 23 kg each (piece concept). On most other international routes Economy includes 1 free bag up to 23 kg. Domestic Korean flights allow 20 kg total by weight.
What is Asiana Airlines' carry-on allowance?
In Economy you may bring 1 carry-on bag (max 55 x 40 x 20 cm) plus 1 personal item, with a combined weight limit of 10 kg.
Does Asiana charge for an extra checked bag?
Yes. On US routes an additional bag is around USD 200; on other international routes it ranges roughly USD 60–140 depending on region. Overweight and oversized fees also apply per bag.
Sources
This guide is independent and not affiliated with Asiana Airlines. 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.