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China Airlines baggage allowance: cabin and checked

China Airlines is an overseas carrier flying international routes to Japan. Taiwan's flag carrier, with frequent flights from most large Japanese airports to Taipei.

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115cmCarry-on, three sides
7kgCarry-on weight
23kgChecked, per piece

Overseas carrierInternational flights

What China Airlines lets you take into the cabin

Three sides added
115cm
Weight
7kg
Pieces
1 bag plus one small personal item
Personal item
Shoulder or waist bags up to 60cm total may be worn during the flight
China AirlinesSmall shoulder bags or waist bags containing passports, wallets, mobile phones, important documents, and other valuables, with total dimensions not exceeding 60 cm, may be worn during the flight provided they do not interfere with the proper use of the seat belt.Official page

What China Airlines lets you check in

Free pieces
Varies by fare
Weight
23kg per piece
Size
158cm total of three sides

If you go over the allowance

How it is charged
Charged by route. Taiwan routes are the main connection from Japan.

Paying at the airport is always the most expensive option. Where an allowance can be bought in advance, buying it online before you travel costs less.

Batteries and things that cannot be checked

China Airlines applies the same rule as every other airline flying to Japan.

  • Power banks and spare lithium batteries travel in the cabin only, never in checked baggage.
  • Up to 100Wh needs no approval; 100–160Wh needs the airline's agreement and is limited to two; over 160Wh is refused.
  • E-cigarettes and heated tobacco go in the cabin and cannot be used or charged during the flight.
  • A device in a checked bag must be switched fully off, and removable batteries come out and travel with you.

Frequently asked questions

What is the carry-on size limit on China Airlines?

Three sides added: 115cm. Weight: 7kg. Pieces: 1 bag plus one small personal item.

How much checked baggage is included with China Airlines?

Pieces: Varies by fare. Weight: 23kg per piece. Size: 158cm total of three sides.

Can I put a power bank in checked baggage on China Airlines?

No. Power banks and spare lithium batteries must travel in the cabin on every airline flying to or within Japan. Up to 100Wh needs no approval, 100–160Wh needs the airline's agreement, and over 160Wh cannot be carried at all.

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Compiled by Japan Japan !! · Updated September 29, 2026