What is China Southern Baggage Allowance?
Information confirmed up-to-date from official airline website.
Find out how much baggage is allowed on China Southern in Economy, Business & First Class — including carry-on size, checked baggage weight, and personal item rules. We regularly verify our data against official airline sources.
How much baggage is allowed on China Southern?
China Southern allows 8 kg of carry-on (hand) baggage in Economy Class with maximum dimensions of 55×40×20 cm.[1] For checked baggage, Economy passengers can bring 20 kg per piece.[2]
17.6 lbs · 21.6 × 15.7 × 7.8 in · 44.0 lbs
China Southern Economy Class — At a Glance
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
- Weight: 8 kg (17.6 lbs)
- Dimensions: 55×40×20 cm (21.6 × 15.7 × 7.8 in)
- Personal Item: Yes - 1 personal item
📦 Checked Baggage
- Weight: 20 kg (44.0 lbs)
- Dimensions: 158 cm (L+W+H) (62 in)
China Southern Baggage Allowance by Class [3]
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight | Personal Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | 55×40×20 cm 21.6 × 15.7 × 7.8 in |
8 kg 17.6 lbs |
Yes - 1 personal item |
📦 Checked Baggage
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| — | 158 cm (L+W+H) 62 in |
20 kg 44.0 lbs |
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
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📦 Checked Baggage
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China Southern Special Policies [4]
- Infants: 1 checked bag + stroller free
- Mobility aids: wheelchairs free of charge
- Sports equipment: accepted as checked baggage, within allowance
- Musical instruments: small in cabin, large as checked baggage
- Pets: conditions vary by route
- Liquids: 100 ml rule for carry-on
- Batteries: power banks in carry-on only
- Excess baggage: route-dependent
- Extra piece: bookable online
Notes
Old source URL showed British Airways content (Joint Business) on csair.com – identity error. China Southern: Carry-on Economy 1 piece (First 2 pieces), max 8 kg, dimensions 20×40×55 cm. Checked: Domestic weight-based (Eco 20 kg / Biz 30 kg / First 40 kg), International piece-based (depending on route).
China Southern — Quick Links
Official Domain
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Sources
All information is researched from the official airline websites linked below — we do not guarantee accuracy and are not responsible for external content.
- Baggage information: https://www.csair.com/en/british_airways_information/baggage/bagchk.shtml — Last verified on 2026-08-15