Air Mauritius Carry-On Rules: 10 kg Allowance (2026)

Air Mauritius is the flag carrier of the Republic of Mauritius and the primary airline serving the island nation in the Indian Ocean. Founded in 1967 and operating from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) near Port Louis, Air Mauritius connects Mauritius with Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

As an island carrier catering heavily to leisure and diaspora travelers, Air Mauritius prioritises passenger comfort and generous baggage policies. Its 10 kg carry-on allowance in Economy is notably higher than many regional carriers and reflects the airline's full-service positioning despite its relatively small fleet size.

Air Mauritius is not part of any of the three major alliances but maintains an extensive network of codeshare and interline agreements with carriers including Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and South African Airways.

Air Mauritius Carry-On Allowance at a Glance

Cabin	Bags	Size (cm)	Size (inches)	Weight
Economy (Y)	1 cabin bag + 1 personal item	55 × 35 × 25	21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8	10 kg
Business (C)	1 cabin bag + 1 personal item	55 × 35 × 25	21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8	10 kg

Note that Air Mauritius Business Class passengers enjoy the same 10 kg carry-on allowance as Economy — the benefit in Business comes from priority services, lounge access, and enhanced checked baggage, not from an increased carry-on weight.

The personal item must fit under the seat. It is not separately weighed under standard policy.

The 10 kg Economy Allowance

A 10 kg carry-on weight allowance places Air Mauritius among the more generous airlines for cabin baggage. For reference:

• A standard hard-shell 20-inch carry-on roller (2.5–3 kg empty) leaves 7–7.5 kg for contents
• A laptop plus charger (1.5–2 kg) takes up less than 20% of the total allowance
• Ten kilograms of total bag weight accommodates 5–7 days of holiday clothing comfortably
• For beach holidays — where clothing is lightweight — 10 kg is typically more than sufficient

For the typical Air Mauritius passenger (a tourist traveling to or from Mauritius), the 10 kg Economy allowance is well-calibrated. Most travelers will not approach the limit.

Size Dimensions

Air Mauritius' carry-on dimensions are:

• 55 cm — height (including wheels and handles)
• 35 cm — width
• 25 cm — depth

In inches: approximately 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 inches.

The 35 cm width is the notable restriction here — narrower than the 40 cm standard used by many international carriers. Many classic carry-on rollers designed for British Airways, KLM, or Lufthansa (which allow 40 cm width) will exceed Air Mauritius' 35 cm width limit.

However, the 25 cm depth is a standard international measurement, unlike the more restrictive 20 cm depth applied by Chinese carriers. This makes compliant bags easier to find compared to airlines with stricter depth requirements.

Business Class: Priority, Not Extra Weight

Air Mauritius Business Class is known as "Le Club" and features flat-bed seats on long-haul routes (Airbus A330-200 and A330-900neo aircraft). Business Class passengers receive:

• One cabin bag, 55 × 35 × 25 cm, 10 kg (same as Economy)
• Priority check-in and boarding
• Lounge access at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport
• Additional checked baggage allowance (30–40 kg versus 23–30 kg in Economy)
• Enhanced meal service and amenity kit

The in-flight experience in Air Mauritius Business Class is strong for a small island carrier — particularly appreciated on the 11-hour route to Paris and the 12-hour route to Melbourne.

Codeshare Partners and Mileage Options

Although Air Mauritius has no alliance membership, it maintains meaningful codeshare and frequent flyer partnerships:

Air France / Flying Blue: Air France is a major partner with codeshare flights through Paris. Passengers on Air France codeshare flights operated by Air Mauritius may accrue Flying Blue miles.

British Airways / Avios: Codeshare partnership on Mauritius–London routes.

Emirates: Partnership on Gulf connections; Miles & More and Skywards may have limited earning on codeshare flights.

Singapore Airlines / KrisFlyer: Codeshare arrangements on regional routes.

Lufthansa Group: Interline agreements for connecting passengers from European cities via Frankfurt or Munich.

Air Mauritius' own loyalty programme is Kestrelflyer (operated through partnership). Earning rates and benefits are modest compared to major alliance programmes.

Air Mauritius' Network

From Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU):

Europe: Paris (CDG), London Heathrow (LHR), Frankfurt (FRA), Geneva (GVA), Milan (MXP), Zurich (ZRH), Vienna (VIE), Munich (MUC)

Africa: Johannesburg (JNB), Nairobi (NBO), Antananarivo (TNR), Cape Town (CPT)

Middle East: Dubai (DXB)

Asia: Mumbai (BOM), Delhi (DEL), Singapore (SIN)

Australia: Melbourne (MEL), Perth (PER)

Indian Ocean: Réunion (RUN), Rodrigues Island (RRG), Maldives (MLE), Mayotte (DZA)

Long-haul flights to Europe and Australia use Airbus A330-200 and A330-900neo aircraft. Regional routes use ATR 72 turboprop aircraft (for Rodrigues Island and Réunion) where overhead bin space is considerably more limited.

ATR Turboprop Flights: Rodrigues and Réunion

On ATR 72 regional flights (primarily Mauritius–Rodrigues and Mauritius–Réunion), overhead bin capacity is significantly reduced. The 10 kg carry-on allowance applies in policy, but in practice, the limited bin space means:

• Gate-checking of compliant bags may be requested at no charge when bins fill
• Keep essential items (medications, valuables, documents) in your under-seat personal item
• Soft bags are more easily stowed in ATR overhead spaces than rigid rollers

Restricted Items

ICAO international regulations apply on all Air Mauritius flights, alongside Mauritian civil aviation authority rules:

• Liquids: 100 ml per container in a transparent 1-litre resealable bag, in carry-on only
• Power banks: Carry-on only. Under 100 Wh permitted; 100–160 Wh requires airline approval; over 160 Wh prohibited
• Lithium batteries (spare): Must be in carry-on, not checked baggage
• Sharp items: Checked baggage only
• Coral and protected marine items: Do not attempt to transport coral, shells of protected species, or CITES-listed wildlife items. Mauritius and Réunion border services are strict.

Practical Tips for Air Mauritius Passengers

Check your bag's width carefully. The 35 cm width is narrower than many international standards. Measure your bag before travel. Bags designed for Royal Air Maroc (also 35 cm width) or European budget airlines with similar limits will typically be compatible.

The 10 kg allowance works for holiday packing. For a typical beach holiday to Mauritius, 10 kg of carry-on capacity is more than adequate. Light summer clothing, swimwear, and sunscreen weigh far less than cold-weather travel gear.

Use the A330 routes for comfortable travel. Air Mauritius' long-haul product on the A330-900neo is modern and comfortable. The overhead bins on the A330 are generous and can accommodate compliant carry-ons without issue.

Soft bags for island-hopping. If your trip includes Rodrigues, Réunion, or other ATR destinations, a soft packable bag makes gate-checking easier and causes less wear than a hard roller.

Book checked baggage in advance. Air Mauritius offers pre-purchase of checked baggage at lower rates than airport counters. The airline's website allows this at booking and post-booking.

Connect via Paris. For passengers in non-direct European cities, connecting via Air France at Paris CDG is often the most seamless option given Air France's partnership with Air Mauritius.

The Bottom Line

Air Mauritius' carry-on policy — 55 × 35 × 25 cm and 10 kg in Economy — is passenger-friendly and well-suited to leisure travel. The generous 10 kg weight limit means most holiday packers will never approach it. The 35 cm width is slightly narrower than some international norms, so check your bag dimensions before traveling. Business Class shares the same 10 kg carry-on allowance but offers substantially better in-flight comfort and ground services. On ATR regional flights, expect the possibility of gate-checking even compliant bags when bin space fills.

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Carry-on rules are subject to change. Always verify current policy at airmauritius.com before travel.