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Since April 13, 2026, Air Canada has increased its checked baggage fees on the majority of its routes in North America. If you have a ticket purchased before this date, the old rates still apply. For any ticket purchased from April 13, 2026 onward, here is what you need to know.
When traveling light is not possible, you must check your luggage before the flight. For all Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge or Air Canada Express flights and destinations (flights operated by Jazz), it must have the following limits:
Checked baggage fees vary depending on:
Here are Air Canada’s baggage fees before taxes, for a one-way trip, for tickets purchased from April 13, 2026:
For tickets purchased before April 13, 2026, the previous rates ($35 / $50 on domestic and sun routes) continue to apply.
To calculate your fees exactly according to your flight, use Air Canada’s official calculator.
For example, for a traveler departing from Quebec to Orlando, one-way, in Basic Economy or Standard fare, the first checked bag costs $45 before taxes, or approximately $47.25 including taxes.
To calculate the baggage fee for a flight, please consult this handy Air Canada baggage fee tool.
The 1st checked bag is free per person, when you purchase a package with Air Canada Vacations for:
Baggage fees must be paid when you check in for your flight:
Our favourite tip to avoid paying baggage fees is to have an Aeroplan credit card!
When a trip begins with an Air Canada flight, an Aeroplan credit cardholder checks their first bag free of charge. In addition, the first bag is also free for up to 8 other people on the same reservation.
Using our example above of a Quebec-Orlando flight for a family of 2 adults and 2 children with one bag each, the savings are therefore approximately $189 on the one-way trip, and nearly $380 on a round trip! (4 bags × $47.25 = $189 on the outbound)
The TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Card is one of our favorite Aeroplan cards. It regularly offers:
Its big sister, the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card is more expensive, but it adds privileges that transform your airport experience:
To benefit from your first free bag thanks to your Aeroplan card, here are the steps to follow:
You are not required to pay for your airline ticket with your TDMD AeroplanMD Visa Infinite* Card.
In addition, there is no maximum number of eligible flights per year. This “first bag free” privilege is unlimited.
Are you a member of the Aeroplan Elite Status program? You automatically receive additional free checked bags, depending on your tier.
These benefits apply in addition to those offered by your Aeroplan credit card. They also extend to your travel companions on the same reservation. Consult the complete table of Aeroplan Elite benefits for all the details.
Air Canada’s baggage fees increased in April 2026, but effective strategies can help you avoid them entirely. Whether through an Aeroplan credit card, an Air Canada Vacations package, or your Aeroplan Elite Status, there are practical ways to travel without paying for your suitcase.
The best protection is still to have the right card in your wallet before you book. Over time, the savings on baggage more than cover the card’s annual fee—especially for families.
Have a good trip and good savings!
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