Air France Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| International checked baggage | India routes (piece concept): Economy 0–2 × 23 kg by fare (Light = 0) • Premium 0–2 × 23 kg • Business 1–2 × 32 kg • La Première 3 × 32 kg | Air France long-haul is piece-based, and the piece count depends on the fare: Economy carries 0 to 2 bags × 23 kg (the Light fare includes no checked bag); Business 1–2 × 32 kg; La Première 3 × 32 kg — all pieces max 158 cm. Air France shows the exact count for your fare at flight selection, so confirm there. Flying Blue Silver/Gold +1 piece, Platinum +2. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | Economy: 1 hand bag + 1 accessory, 12 kg TOTAL (Light fare: accessory only) • Business/La Première: 2 + accessory, 18 kg total | Dimensions: Hand bag max 55 × 35 × 25 cm including pockets/wheels/handles; accessory 40 × 30 × 15 cm. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | Air France publishes no flat tariff — extra-bag prices display when buying (online 24+ hours pre-departure is discounted vs the airport). Overweight (to 32 kg) and oversize (158–300 cm) are airport-pay items priced by itinerary. Max 10 bags; over 32 kg / 300 cm goes AF Cargo. |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | Lap infants get 1 checked bag up to 10 kg (not on Light) + a 12 kg cabin bag, PLUS one stroller or baby carrier and one car seat free on any fare. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Sports equipment is carried with prior notice; pricing follows the extra/oversize baggage rules shown at booking. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Air France's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
India routes (piece concept): Economy 0–2 × 23 kg by fare (Light = 0) • Premium 0–2 × 23 kg • Business 1–2 × 32 kg • La Première 3 × 32 kg. Air France long-haul is piece-based, and the piece count depends on the fare: Economy carries 0 to 2 bags × 23 kg (the Light fare includes no checked bag); Business 1–2 × 32 kg; La Première 3 × 32 kg — all pieces max 158 cm. Air France shows the exact count for your fare at flight selection, so confirm there. Flying Blue Silver/Gold +1 piece, Platinum +2. Always confirm at https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Air France?
Economy: 1 hand bag + 1 accessory, 12 kg TOTAL (Light fare: accessory only) • Business/La Première: 2 + accessory, 18 kg total. Dimensions: Hand bag max 55 × 35 × 25 cm including pockets/wheels/handles; accessory 40 × 30 × 15 cm. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Air France's excess baggage charges?
Air France publishes no flat tariff — extra-bag prices display when buying (online 24+ hours pre-departure is discounted vs the airport). Overweight (to 32 kg) and oversize (158–300 cm) are airport-pay items priced by itinerary. Max 10 bags; over 32 kg / 300 cm goes AF Cargo. Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm. To avoid excess charges, pre-purchase additional baggage online through "Manage Booking" — it is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter.
What is Air France's baggage allowance for infants?
Lap infants get 1 checked bag up to 10 kg (not on Light) + a 12 kg cabin bag, PLUS one stroller or baby carrier and one car seat free on any fare. Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm.
What about sports equipment and special items?
Sports equipment is carried with prior notice; pricing follows the extra/oversize baggage rules shown at booking.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Air France?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Air France is to pre-purchase additional baggage allowance when booking on HappyFares or through the airline's "Manage Booking" portal before your flight — this is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. Also, weigh your bags at home before the airport. If you are travelling with a group, distribute weight across all passengers while staying within each individual limit. Codeshare flights may use the operating carrier's policy, not the marketing carrier's — confirm with both airlines.
What is the Air France cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
Hand bag max 55 × 35 × 25 cm including pockets/wheels/handles; accessory 40 × 30 × 15 cm. The cabin baggage weight limit is Economy: 1 hand bag + 1 accessory, 12 kg TOTAL (Light fare: accessory only) • Business/La Première: 2 + accessory, 18 kg total. Size limits are checked at the gate — an oversized bag is moved to the hold and can attract a fee, so measure your trolley bag (wheels and handles included) before you fly. Confirm at https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm.
How do I add extra baggage on Air France after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Air France's "Manage Booking" on https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. Air France publishes no flat tariff — extra-bag prices display when buying (online 24+ hours pre-departure is discounted vs the airport). Overweight (to 32 kg) and oversize (158–300 cm) are airport-pay items priced by itinerary. Max 10 bags; over 32 kg / 300 cm goes AF Cargo. Add it before the online cut-off (usually a few hours before departure); after that you pay the higher per-kg rate at check-in.
What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag on Air France?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Air France — a fixed baggage-handler safety limit that applies on virtually every airline. If your free allowance is higher, split it across two or more pieces, each 32 kg or under. A bag over your free limit but under 32 kg is accepted on payment of excess; a single piece over 32 kg is refused at check-in and must travel as cargo. Confirm piece rules at https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm.
Can I carry a power bank in Air France cabin baggage?
Yes — power banks are allowed ONLY in cabin baggage (never checked-in). Per DGCA's 11-November-2025 advisory, you may carry up to 2 power banks per passenger. Each must be ≤100 Wh for unrestricted carriage; 100-160 Wh requires airline approval; >160 Wh is banned. Store them in your seat pocket or under-seat personal item — NOT in overhead bins. In-flight use is banned, including charging from aircraft USB ports. A 20,000 mAh / 3.7V power bank equals 74 Wh, so it's permitted.
How many liquids can I carry in Air France hand baggage?
Per BCAS rules, each liquid container must be 100ml or less, all containers combined fit in one transparent 1-litre resealable bag, and one bag per passenger. This applies to water, perfume, shampoo, gel, toothpaste, and cosmetics. Exceptions: baby food/milk in reasonable quantities; prescription medicine with prescription; duty-free liquids in a Sealed Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB) with receipt. Water bottles bought after security are allowed onboard.
Are keys allowed in hand luggage on Air France?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Air France and all Indian flights; they are not a restricted item. The only exception is a keychain multi-tool or keyring with a blade or sharp point longer than 6 cm, which must go in checked baggage, not the cabin.
What items are not allowed in Air France hand (cabin) baggage?
Prohibited in cabin baggage on Indian flights (per BCAS): sharp objects with a blade or point over 6 cm (knives, scissors, box cutters), tools such as screwdrivers, hammers and wrenches, sporting bats and cue sticks, firearms and ammunition, flammable liquids and aerosols, and most lighters and matchboxes. Power banks are cabin-only (never checked-in); liquids must follow the 100 ml rule. When in doubt, pack the item in checked baggage — confirm the current list at https://www.airfrance.in/IN/en/local/transport/bagages/bagage_default.htm.