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China Southern Airlines Carry-On Rules
China Southern Airlines carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 55×40×20 cm, 5 kg, and personal item status: Included.
- cabin bag
- 55×40×20 cm
- weight
- 5 kg
- personal item
- Included
Carry-on allowance
- Cabin bag size
- 55×40×20 cm
- Cabin bag weight
- 5 kg
- Bags allowed
- 1
- Personal Item
- Included
Economy: 1 carry-on up to 5 kg (strictly enforced). Business: 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each.
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.
China Southern Airlines cabin bag size & weight
| Dimensions | 55×40×20 cm(21.7×15.7×7.9 in) Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles. |
|---|---|
| Weight limit | 5 kg (11 lb) |
| Bags allowed | 1 cabin bag |
| Includes wheels/handles | Yes |
| Personal Item | Allowed (size not specified) |
| Note | Economy: 1 carry-on up to 5 kg (strictly enforced). Business: 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each. |
China Southern Airlines allowances by cabin class
Economy
55×40×20 cm
Up to 5 kg
Business
55×40×20 cm
Up to 10 kg
2 cabin bags
First Class
55×40×20 cm
Up to 10 kg
2 cabin bags
China Southern Airlines baggage fees
| Fee type | Pre-paid online | At the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Extra checked bag | 200 CNY | 300 CNY |
China Southern Airlines liquids policy
Chinese civil aviation security rules: 100 ml containers in a 1L transparent resealable bag. Strict enforcement on domestic routes.
Family & Infants
Infant (under 2)
Lap infant at 10% of adult fare on international routes. Infant cabin bag allowed.
Stroller
Free gate-check. Collapsible strollers accepted to aircraft door.
Car seat
Free in hold. Approved car seats may be used in cabin with a purchased seat.
Children's allowance
Children 2+ receive the same carry-on allowance as adults.
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Additional notes
China Southern, like other Chinese majors, enforces the 5 kg economy carry-on limit strictly. Business/First allow 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each. Travelers should pack below 5 kg or expect checking at the gate.
Rules can change. Always verify with China Southern Airlines before flying.