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Malaysia Airlines Carry-On Rules

Malaysia Airlines carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 56×36×23 cm, 7 kg, and personal item status: Included.

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cabin bag: 56×36×23 cm
weight: 7 kg
personal item: Included

Medium caution editorial signal

Carry-on allowance

Cabin bag size: 56×36×23 cm
Cabin bag weight: 7 kg
Bags allowed: 1
Personal Item: Included

Economy: 1 carry-on up to 7 kg + personal item. 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.

Malaysia Airlines cabin bag size & weight

Malaysia Airlines cabin bag specifications
Dimensions	56×36×23 cm(22×14.2×9.1 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 + personal item. Business: 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each.

Malaysia Airlines allowances by cabin class

Economy

56×36×23 cm

Up to 7 kg

Business

56×36×23 cm

Up to 10 kg

2 cabin bags

Malaysia Airlines baggage fees

Malaysia Airlines baggage fee structure
Fee type	Pre-paid online	At the gate
Extra checked bag	50 MYR	80 MYR

Malaysia Airlines liquids policy

Malaysian aviation security 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 on international routes. One small cabin bag allowed for infant.

Stroller

Free gate-check. Collapsible strollers returned at aircraft door on arrival.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is the Malaysia Airlines cabin bag size?

Malaysia Airlines allows a cabin bag up to 56×36×23 cm (22×14.2×9.1 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.

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

Yes — the maximum carry-on weight on Malaysia Airlines is 7 kg (15.4 lb).

Does Malaysia Airlines allow a personal item?

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

How strict is Malaysia Airlines about bag size?

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

Additional notes

Malaysia Airlines is the national flag carrier of Malaysia. Economy allows 7 kg carry-on. Business Class permits 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each.

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