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Hainan Airlines Carry-On Rules

Hainan Airlines carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 55×40×20 cm, 10 kg, and personal item status: Included.

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cabin bag
55×40×20 cm
weight
10 kg
personal item
Included
Medium caution editorial signal

Carry-on allowance

Cabin bag size
55×40×20 cm
Cabin bag weight
10 kg
Bags allowed
1
Personal Item
Included

Economy: 1 carry-on up to 10 kg — notably more generous than Air China/China Eastern/China Southern's 5 kg 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.

Hainan Airlines cabin bag size & weight

Hainan Airlines cabin bag specifications
Dimensions55×40×20 cm(21.7×15.7×7.9 in)

Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles.

Weight limit10 kg (22 lb)
Bags allowed1 cabin bag
Includes wheels/handlesYes
Personal ItemAllowed (size not specified)
NoteEconomy: 1 carry-on up to 10 kg — notably more generous than Air China/China Eastern/China Southern's 5 kg limit.

Hainan Airlines allowances by cabin class

Economy

55×40×20 cm

Up to 10 kg

Business

55×40×20 cm

Up to 15 kg

2 cabin bags

Hainan Airlines baggage fees

Hainan Airlines baggage fee structure
Fee typePre-paid onlineAt the gate
Extra checked bag30 USD50 USD

Hainan Airlines liquids policy

Chinese aviation security rules: containers up to 100 ml in a resealable transparent bag, one bag per passenger.

Family & Infants

Infant (under 2)

Lap infant at 10% of adult fare on domestic routes. Same cabin bag allowance as the accompanying adult (10 kg).

Stroller

Free gate-check. Strollers collected at aircraft door on arrival.

Car seat

Free in hold. May be used in cabin if a separate seat is purchased.

Children's allowance

Children 2+ receive the same carry-on allowance as adults.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Hainan Airlines cabin bag size?

Hainan Airlines allows a cabin bag up to 55×40×20 cm (21.7×15.7×7.9 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.

Does Hainan Airlines have a weight limit for carry-on?

Yes — the maximum carry-on weight on Hainan Airlines is 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Hainan Airlines allow a personal item?

Yes. Hainan Airlines allows a personal item. It must fit under the seat in front of you.

How strict is Hainan Airlines about bag size?

Hainan Airlines has medium caution enforcement. Editorial signal only. Measure the packed bag and verify the operating carrier's rule.

Additional notes

Hainan Airlines is known for better service and higher carry-on allowances than Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern, which allow only 5 kg. Star Alliance partner.

Rules can change. Always verify with Hainan Airlines before flying.