Cathay Pacific Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| International checked baggage | India ↔ Hong Kong (piece concept): Economy Light 1 × 23 kg · Essential & Flex 2 × 23 kg • Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg • Business 2 × 32 kg • First 3 × 32 kg | Cathay Pacific is piece-based on India routes (per its official baggage calculator for Delhi–Hong Kong): Economy Light 1 × 23 kg, Economy Essential and Flex 2 × 23 kg, Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg, First 3 × 32 kg — each piece max 158 cm. India–USA itineraries via Hong Kong carry the identical piece allowances. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | Economy & Premium Economy 7 kg · Business 10 kg · First 15 kg — 1 piece + 1 small item | Dimensions: Cabin bag max 56 × 36 × 23 cm; small item 40 × 30 × 15 cm (under the seat). The kg figure is the TOTAL across both items. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | India is Cathay Zone 2: extra piece India↔Hong Kong USD 130; India↔SE/East Asia USD 150; India↔Europe/Australia USD 200; India↔North America USD 230. Overweight piece 23–32 kg: USD 100; oversize 158–203 cm: USD 200. Prepaying online 24+ hours ahead saves up to 10% (max 3 pieces). Max 32 kg / 203 cm per piece. |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | Lap infants get 1 checked piece at the class weight (23 kg Economy/PE, 32 kg Business/First, max 115 cm) plus a car seat, stroller and a small food/nappies bag free. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Sports equipment travels within the piece allowance; extra/oversize items at the zone piece rates (oversize 158–203 cm USD 200). Confirm 203 cm+ items with Cathay before flying. |
| USA-bound flights | Piece concept | India–USA via Hong Kong carries the same piece allowances: Economy Light 1 × 23 kg, Essential/Flex 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cathay Pacific's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
India ↔ Hong Kong (piece concept): Economy Light 1 × 23 kg · Essential & Flex 2 × 23 kg • Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg • Business 2 × 32 kg • First 3 × 32 kg. Cathay Pacific is piece-based on India routes (per its official baggage calculator for Delhi–Hong Kong): Economy Light 1 × 23 kg, Economy Essential and Flex 2 × 23 kg, Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg, First 3 × 32 kg — each piece max 158 cm. India–USA itineraries via Hong Kong carry the identical piece allowances. Always confirm at https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Cathay Pacific?
Economy & Premium Economy 7 kg · Business 10 kg · First 15 kg — 1 piece + 1 small item. Dimensions: Cabin bag max 56 × 36 × 23 cm; small item 40 × 30 × 15 cm (under the seat). The kg figure is the TOTAL across both items. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Cathay Pacific's excess baggage charges?
India is Cathay Zone 2: extra piece India↔Hong Kong USD 130; India↔SE/East Asia USD 150; India↔Europe/Australia USD 200; India↔North America USD 230. Overweight piece 23–32 kg: USD 100; oversize 158–203 cm: USD 200. Prepaying online 24+ hours ahead saves up to 10% (max 3 pieces). Max 32 kg / 203 cm per piece. Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html. 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 Cathay Pacific's baggage allowance for infants?
Lap infants get 1 checked piece at the class weight (23 kg Economy/PE, 32 kg Business/First, max 115 cm) plus a car seat, stroller and a small food/nappies bag free. Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html.
What about sports equipment and special items?
Sports equipment travels within the piece allowance; extra/oversize items at the zone piece rates (oversize 158–203 cm USD 200). Confirm 203 cm+ items with Cathay before flying.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Cathay Pacific?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Cathay Pacific 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.
Is the baggage allowance different on USA-bound flights with Cathay Pacific?
India–USA via Hong Kong carries the same piece allowances: Economy Light 1 × 23 kg, Essential/Flex 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg. Verify the specific allowance on https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html for your route and class of service.
What is the Cathay Pacific cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
Cabin bag max 56 × 36 × 23 cm; small item 40 × 30 × 15 cm (under the seat). The kg figure is the TOTAL across both items. The cabin baggage weight limit is Economy & Premium Economy 7 kg · Business 10 kg · First 15 kg — 1 piece + 1 small item. 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.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html.
How do I add extra baggage on Cathay Pacific after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Cathay Pacific's "Manage Booking" on https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. India is Cathay Zone 2: extra piece India↔Hong Kong USD 130; India↔SE/East Asia USD 150; India↔Europe/Australia USD 200; India↔North America USD 230. Overweight piece 23–32 kg: USD 100; oversize 158–203 cm: USD 200. Prepaying online 24+ hours ahead saves up to 10% (max 3 pieces). Max 32 kg / 203 cm per piece. 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 Cathay Pacific?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Cathay Pacific — 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.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html.
Can I carry a power bank in Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific 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.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_IN/travel-information/baggage.html.