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Air New Zealand Carry-On Rules
Air New Zealand carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 55×38×20 cm, 7 kg, and personal item status: Included.
- cabin bag
- 55×38×20 cm
- weight
- 7 kg
- personal item
- Included
Carry-on allowance
- Cabin bag size
- 55×38×20 cm
- Cabin bag weight
- 7 kg
- Bags allowed
- 1
- Personal Item
- Included
Economy: 1 carry-on up to 7 kg. Business Premier: up to 14 kg (one or two items within combined limit).
How to use this policy
Start with the cabin bag row, then check the weight and personal-item rows separately. A bag has to pass every published limit at once; being under the length and width limit does not help if the depth, weight, or fare-specific allowance is tighter.
Air New Zealand cabin bag size & weight
| Dimensions | 55×38×20 cm(21.7×15×7.9 in) Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles. |
|---|---|
| Weight limit | 7 kg (15.4 lb) |
| Bags allowed | 1 cabin bag |
| Includes wheels/handles | Yes |
| Personal Item | Allowed (size not specified) |
| Note | Economy: 1 carry-on up to 7 kg. Business Premier: up to 14 kg (one or two items within combined limit). |
Air New Zealand allowances by cabin class
Economy
55×38×20 cm
Up to 7 kg
Premium Economy
55×38×20 cm
Up to 7 kg
Business
55×38×20 cm
Up to 14 kg
2 cabin bags
Air New Zealand baggage fees
| Fee type | Pre-paid online | At the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Overweight (over 7 kg) | 0 NZD | 0 NZD |
Air New Zealand liquids policy
New Zealand CAA rules: 100 ml containers in a 1L transparent resealable bag. One bag per passenger.
Family & Infants
Infant (under 2)
Lap infant at 10% of adult fare (international) or NZD 25 domestic. Includes 1 bag up to 7 kg.
Stroller
Free gate-check. Returned at aircraft door on arrival.
Car seat
Free in hold or in cabin with purchased seat.
Children's allowance
Children 2+ same carry-on allowance as adults.
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Rules can change. Always verify with Air New Zealand before flying.