2026 checked bag fees
Air Canada baggage fees
On flights within Canada and to the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, the first checked bag on Air Canada costs $45 and the second $60.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
Same price at the airport
Same price at the airport
Up to 158 cm (62 in) in total
Economy Basic: $45 for the first
Quick answer
On flights within Canada and to the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, the first checked bag on Air Canada costs $45 and the second $60. Included on most fares. Economy Basic within Canada and to the U.S., Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean allows only a personal item.
- 1st checked bag
- $45 (Same price at the airport)
- 2nd checked bag
- $60 (Same price at the airport)
- Weight limit
- 23 kg (Up to 158 cm (62 in) in total)
- Cheapest fare
- No free bags (Economy Basic: $45 for the first)
What will my bags cost on Air Canada?
- 1st bag on Economy Standard$45
- Each way, per traveler$45
- Charged as US$45 and US$60 when you book in U.S. dollars, or the same amounts in Canadian dollars.
Air Canada checked bag fees
Prices one way, per traveler, on flights within Canada and to the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America.
On Economy Standard
Charged as US$45 and US$60 when you book in U.S. dollars, or the same amounts in Canadian dollars.
| Bag | Paid online | At the airport |
|---|---|---|
| 1st bag | $45 | $45 |
| 2nd bag | $60 | $60 |
Free checked bags by fare
- Economy BasicNone
- Economy StandardNone
- Economy Flex1 bag
- Economy Latitude2 bags
Each bag up to 23 kg (50 lb) and 158 cm (62 in) in total.
How to avoid Air Canada bag fees
Who checks bags free
- Aeroplan co-branded credit cardholders: first bag free
- Aeroplan Elite Status members
- Star Alliance Gold members
- Canadian Armed Forces and U.S. military
Ways to pay less
- • Pay ahead online when the airline charges more at the airport.
- • Weigh your bag at home: going over 23 kg can cost more than a second bag.
- • Travel carry-on only: check the Air Canada carry-on size.
Air Canada vs. other Canadian airlines
On regular economy fares, one way, in U.S. dollars.
| Airline | 1st bag | 2nd bag | Free bags (regular fare) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | $45 | $60 | NoneEconomy Standard |
| WestJet | $32 | $42 | NoneEcono |
- Air Canada
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $60
- Free bags
- None · Economy Standard
- WestJet
- 1st bag
- $32
- 2nd bag
- $42
- Free bags
- None · Econo
Compare Air Canada with another airline
Air Canada baggage FAQ
On flights within Canada and to the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, the first checked bag on Air Canada costs $45 and the second $60.
Airports Air Canada flies from
Airport guides with transit, terminals, lounges and parking.
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees as published for tickets bought from April 13, 2026. Airlines change bag fees often, so confirm the price for your trip when you book.
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