What is the baggage allowance in kilos for China Airlines?

China Airlines is a popular airline and one of the two major airlines in Taiwan. When traveling with China Airlines, make sure your goods are packed according to their baggage rules. The airline is very strict about baggage; if you don't meet the criteria, you may face inconvenience and penalties at the last minute. The baggage policy of China Airlines states the weight of bags allowed, the dimensions of bags allowed, and the number of bags allowed based on cabin class.  In this article, we will discuss complete information related to China Airlines baggage policies; ensure that you read it until the end to avoid any hassle. 

China Airlines Baggage Policy - Highlights 

Carry-On Baggage policy 

• Economy Class - Passengers can bring one carry-on and one personal item. 
• First and Dynasty Class - Passengers are allowed to bring  2 Bags + 1 Personal Item
• The maximum dimension of carry-on shall not be above 22 x 14 x 9  in   /56 x 36 x 23 cm (L+W+H)
• The maximum weight of carry-on shall not be above 15lb/ 7kg.
• The passengers are allowed to bring 1 Carry-on and 1 Personal item, including a laptop bag, handbag, or briefcase. 
• The assistive devices and outer garments are not considered as the personal items. 
• The carry-on item should fit in the overhead bin or under the front seat. You should also be capable of lifting your carry-on and putting it in the overhead bin without any help. 

Checked- Baggage Policy 

First and Dynasty class passengers

• If you travel in first and dynasty class, you can bring two pieces of luggage. 
• The maximum weight of bags for every piece should be 70 lb/ 32 kg maximum, and the dimension of each bag should be 62 linear inches/158 cm (L+W+H)

Economy class passengers

• If you travel in Economy Class, you can bring a maximum of 2 pieces. 
• The maximum dimension of each bag shall not be above 62 linear inches / 158 cm (L + H + W)
• The Maximum combined dimensions of bags should not be above 107 in / 273 cm.
• The maximum weight of each piece should not be above 50 lb/23 kg.

For Infants with a 10 % ticket price 

• Infants can bring one piece and one fully collapsible stroller 
• The maximum dimension of the bag should not be above 45 linear inches / 115 cm (L + W +H )
• One fully folded or portable trolley for infants 

Elite members

• If you are a Gold and Emerald card member, you can bring one additional piece for free.
• Those who are a Paragon card member can bring two additional bags for free. 

Excess Baggage / Overweight Baggage / Oversize Baggage 

China Airlines has a limit for bag weight, number of bags, and dimensions. In case any of these exceeds, additional cost will be applied. The penalty applies based on the additional bags, weight, and dimensions. You can talk to China Airlines directly to find out if the penalty exceeds baggage costs in your case. Besides, you may also get a chance to pre-purchase additional baggage online or by speaking to the airline directly. 

Conclusion: Like other airlines, China Airlines also has certain baggage rules, which you need to follow to avoid any hassle and penalty. Talking about how many kilos of baggage is allowed depends on the cabin class you are traveling in. The details of the China Airlines baggage policy are explained thoroughly in the article above. If you still have any questions or China Airlines-related queries, you can contact customer service directly. Moreover, go to the China Airlines baggage policy page on the website, where you can get unlimited information and answered queries in the FAQ section.