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Japan Airlines (JAL) vs Korean Air: Carry-On Policy Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of cabin bag size limits, weight allowances, personal item rules, and baggage fees.

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Strictest overall

Korean Air

Korean Air has the more restrictive published size or weight allowance.

The row highlights show which airline is more restrictive for each field. The overall result uses published dimensions first and weight second. The enforcement row is an editorial estimate and never changes the objective result.

Japan Airlines (JAL) source

Source review pending·Imported Jun 19, 2026 · verification pending·Official source·Methodology. Imported Jun 19, 2026 · verification pending

Korean Air source

Source review pending·Imported Jun 19, 2026 · verification pending·Official source·Methodology. Imported Jun 19, 2026 · verification pending
Carry-on comparison: Japan Airlines (JAL) vs Korean Air
PolicyJapan Airlines (JAL)Korean AirStrictest
Cabin bag size55×40×25 cm55×40×20 cm; L+W+D ≤ 115 cmKorean Air
Cabin bag weight10 kg12 kgJapan Airlines (JAL)
Cabin bags allowed11Tied
Personal itemIncludedIncludedTied
Personal item size
Editorial enforcement estimatemoderatemoderateTied
Overweight fee (online)
Oversize fee (online)

Frequently asked questions

Which is stricter — Japan Airlines (JAL) or Korean Air?

Korean Air has the more restrictive objective size or weight allowance in this comparison.

What is the carry-on size limit for Japan Airlines (JAL)?

Japan Airlines (JAL) allows a carry-on bag of 55×40×25 cm with a weight limit of 10 kg in economy class.

What is the carry-on size limit for Korean Air?

Korean Air allows a carry-on bag of 55×40×20 cm; L+W+D ≤ 115 cm with a weight limit of 12 kg in economy class.

Does Japan Airlines (JAL) allow a personal item?

The current Japan Airlines (JAL) record lists a personal item. Check the selected fare and official source because inclusion can vary.

Does Korean Air allow a personal item?

The current Korean Air record lists a personal item. Check the selected fare and official source because inclusion can vary.

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