Japan Airlines Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| International checked baggage | Piece concept worldwide incl. India ↔ Tokyo: Economy & Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg • Business & First 3 × 32 kg | Japan Airlines uses the piece concept on its whole international network: Economy and Premium Economy get 2 pieces × 23 kg free; Business and First get 3 pieces × 32 kg. Pieces over 203 cm total dimension need prior arrangement and an oversize charge; absolute max 45 kg per piece. JMB elite status adds allowance. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | 1 carry-on + 1 personal item, 10 kg combined (all cabins) | Dimensions: Carry-on max 55 × 40 × 25 cm and 115 cm total including wheels/handles. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | JAL publishes zone-based piece fees; the zone heading naming India ("Between Japan, Asia, India, Oceania…, Americas, Europe…") lists an additional bag at JPY 20,000 / USD 200, overweight 23–32 kg JPY 10,000 / USD 100, oversize over 203 cm JPY 20,000. No prepaid online discount is published (JMB miles can pay excess). |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | Lap infants get 1 checked piece up to 203 cm at the same weight as the accompanying adult's class (23 or 32 kg), plus a stroller/child seat checked free. Infants with their own seat get the full class allowance. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | Sports equipment travels within the piece allowance; oversize (>203 cm) items need prior inquiry and the JPY 20,000 oversize charge. Route-specific extra rules exist on some Europe/Dubai/Australia routes. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Japan Airlines's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
Piece concept worldwide incl. India ↔ Tokyo: Economy & Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg • Business & First 3 × 32 kg. Japan Airlines uses the piece concept on its whole international network: Economy and Premium Economy get 2 pieces × 23 kg free; Business and First get 3 pieces × 32 kg. Pieces over 203 cm total dimension need prior arrangement and an oversize charge; absolute max 45 kg per piece. JMB elite status adds allowance. Always confirm at https://www.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/ before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Japan Airlines?
1 carry-on + 1 personal item, 10 kg combined (all cabins). Dimensions: Carry-on max 55 × 40 × 25 cm and 115 cm total including wheels/handles. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/ before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Japan Airlines's excess baggage charges?
JAL publishes zone-based piece fees; the zone heading naming India ("Between Japan, Asia, India, Oceania…, Americas, Europe…") lists an additional bag at JPY 20,000 / USD 200, overweight 23–32 kg JPY 10,000 / USD 100, oversize over 203 cm JPY 20,000. No prepaid online discount is published (JMB miles can pay excess). Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/. 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 Japan Airlines's baggage allowance for infants?
Lap infants get 1 checked piece up to 203 cm at the same weight as the accompanying adult's class (23 or 32 kg), plus a stroller/child seat checked free. Infants with their own seat get the full class allowance. Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/.
What about sports equipment and special items?
Sports equipment travels within the piece allowance; oversize (>203 cm) items need prior inquiry and the JPY 20,000 oversize charge. Route-specific extra rules exist on some Europe/Dubai/Australia routes.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Japan Airlines?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Japan Airlines 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 Japan Airlines cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
Carry-on max 55 × 40 × 25 cm and 115 cm total including wheels/handles. The cabin baggage weight limit is 1 carry-on + 1 personal item, 10 kg combined (all cabins). 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.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/.
How do I add extra baggage on Japan Airlines after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Japan Airlines's "Manage Booking" on https://www.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. JAL publishes zone-based piece fees; the zone heading naming India ("Between Japan, Asia, India, Oceania…, Americas, Europe…") lists an additional bag at JPY 20,000 / USD 200, overweight 23–32 kg JPY 10,000 / USD 100, oversize over 203 cm JPY 20,000. No prepaid online discount is published (JMB miles can pay excess). 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 Japan Airlines?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Japan Airlines — 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.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/.
Can I carry a power bank in Japan Airlines 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 Japan Airlines 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 Japan Airlines?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Japan Airlines 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 Japan Airlines 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.jal.co.jp/en/inter/baggage/.