{"id":211834,"date":"2026-04-17T07:22:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T11:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/?p=211834"},"modified":"2026-04-17T13:29:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T17:29:05","slug":"baggage-expenses-air-canada-how-to-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/guide\/strategy\/baggage-expenses-air-canada-how-to-avoid\/","title":{"rendered":"How Air Canada baggage fees are calculated and how to get them for free"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>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.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quels-sont-les-frais-de-bagages-d-air-canada\">What are the Air Canada baggage charges&nbsp;?<\/h2>\n\n<p>When traveling light is not possible, you must check your luggage before the flight. For all <a data-wct-parsed=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aircanada.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada<\/a>, <a data-wct-parsed=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/voyagezrouge.com\/ca\/fr\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada Rouge<\/a> or <a data-wct-parsed=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/flyjazz.ca\/fr\/exploitation\/air-canada-express\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada Express<\/a> flights and destinations (flights operated by Jazz), it must have the following limits:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li>Maximum weight per bag: <strong>23 kilograms<\/strong> (50 lb) in economy class, 32 kg (70 lb) in business class<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximum linear dimensions: <strong>158 cm<\/strong> (62 in), calculated by adding height, width and length (including wheels and handles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overweight baggage (between 23 and 32 kg): additional fees apply<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oversized baggage (between 158 and 292 cm): additional fees apply<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p>Fees for checked baggage vary depending on your fare class, destination and ticket purchase date.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nouveaux-tarifs-billets-achetes-a-partir-du-13-avril-2026\">New rates: tickets purchased from April 13, 2026<\/h2>\n\n<p>Here are Air Canada&#8217;s baggage fees <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">before taxes<\/span>, for a one-way trip, for tickets purchased from April 13, 2026:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Trip<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Basic and Standard Rates<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Flex<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Comfort<\/strong>, <strong>Latitude<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>In Canada<\/strong><\/td><td>1st: $45 <br\/>2nd: $60<\/td><td>1st: Free <br\/>2nd: $60<\/td><td><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Two bags included<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Between Canada and the United States<\/strong><\/td><td>1st: $45 <br\/>2nd: $60<\/td><td>1st: Free <br\/>2nd: $60<\/td><td><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Two bags included<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Between Canada, Mexico or the Caribbean<\/strong><\/td><td>1st: $45 <br\/>2nd: $60<\/td><td>1st: Free <br\/>2nd: $60<\/td><td><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Two bags included<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Other International flights<\/strong><\/td><td>1st: $75 <br\/>2nd: $100<\/td><td>1st: Free <br\/>2nd: $100<\/td><td><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Two bags included<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p><em>For tickets purchased before April 13, 2026, the old rates ($35 for the first and $50 for the second on domestic and sun routes) continue to apply.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p>To calculate your fees exactly according to your flight, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aircanada.com\/ca\/fr\/aco\/home\/plan\/baggage\/checked.html\">Air Canada&#8217;s official calculator<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p><em>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.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"component component__image has-text-align-center wp-block-milesgutenberg-image\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"miles_img img-large\" src=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Calculateur-de-frais-de-bagages-Air-Canada-\u2014-vol-Montreal-vers-Orlando-en-classe-economique-791x1024.png\" alt=\"Calculateur de frais de bagages Air Canada \u2014 vol Montre\u0301al vers Orlando en classe e\u0301conomique\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"791\" height=\"1024\">\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\n<p>For a family of four traveling with suitcases, the bill adds up quickly. On a one-way trip, the first bag costs approximately $47.25 including taxes, or $189 for a family of 4 passengers, and nearly $380 round-trip. <\/p>\n\n<p>To calculate the baggage fee for a flight, please consult this handy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aircanada.com\/ca\/fr\/aco\/home\/legal\/products-and-services.html#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada baggage fee<\/a> tool.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-allocation-de-bagages-par-classe-tarifaire\">Baggage Allowance by Fare Class<\/h2>\n\n<p>Your allowance depends directly on the fare you booked. Here is a summary for passengers without Aeroplan Elite status or co-branded credit card: <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Fare classes<\/th><th>Checked Baggage Included<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Basic Economy<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standard Economy<\/td><td>None (except international flights outside of the U.S., Mexico, Caribbean, Central America)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flexible Economy<\/td><td>1 bag<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comfort Economy<\/td><td>2 bags<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Latitude Economy<\/td><td>2 bags<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium Economy<\/td><td>2 bags<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business Class<\/td><td>2 bags (32 kg each)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"carry-on_baggage_whats_changing\">Carry-on Baggage: What&#8217;s Changing<\/h2>\n\n<p>Each passenger can bring one standard item (carry-on suitcase or large backpack) and one personal item (small backpack, briefcase, purse). An important restriction has applied since January 3, 2025 for basic fares. However, certain passengers are exempt:  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Aeroplan Elite members: permanently exempt, regardless of status level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Star Alliance Gold members: same exemption as Elite members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aeroplan premium card holders ($599\/year): permanent exemption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aeroplan basic card holders: temporary exemption until November 30, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"carry-on_baggage_dimensions\">Carry-on Baggage Dimensions<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Type<\/th><th>Height<\/th><th>Width<\/th><th>Depth<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Standard item (carry-on bag)<\/td><td>55 cm (21.5 in)<\/td><td>40 cm (15.5 in)<\/td><td>23 cm (9 in)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Personal item<\/td><td>33 cm (13 in)<\/td><td>43 cm (17 in)<\/td><td>16 cm (6 in)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>The first checked bag is free per person when you purchase a package with <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/go\/vacv-types-de-vacances\/\">Air Canada Vacations<\/a> to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, Canada, Europe and the United States.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-avec-vacances-air-canada\">With Air Canada Vacations<\/h2>\n\n<p>The <strong>1st checked bag is free per person<\/strong>, when you purchase a package with <a rel=\"noindex\" title=\"Vacances Air Canada - Types de vacances\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Air Canada Vacations<\/a> for:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li>Mexico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the Caribbean<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Central America<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and the United States<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comment-payer-les-frais-de-bagages\">How to pay for your luggage<\/h2>\n\n<p>Baggage fees are payable when you check in for your flight: online, on your mobile device, at self-service kiosks at the airport or at an Air Canada check-in counter.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comment-apporter-gratuitement-un-bagage-avec-air-canada\">How to get a free baggage with Air Canada<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-strategie-1-detenir-une-carte-de-credit-aeroplan\">Strategy #1: hold an Aeroplan credit card<\/h3>\n\n<p>Our favorite tip to avoid paying baggage fees is to hold an <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/best-credit-cards-in-canada\/aeroplan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aeroplan credit card<\/a>! It&#8217;s the simplest and most cost-effective strategy. All co-branded Aeroplan credit cards offer the same baggage benefit: the primary cardholder checks their <strong>first bag free<\/strong> and up to 8 companions maximum, on the same reservation, get their first checked bag free.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Using our earlier example of a Quebec City-Orlando flight for a family of 2 adults and 2 children each with one bag, the savings are approximately $189 on the one-way trip, and nearly $380 on a round-trip! (4 bags \u00d7 $47.25 = $189 on the outbound). This benefit pays back the card&#8217;s annual fee in a single round-trip.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-les-cartes-aeroplan-de-base-nbsp-120-a-139-de-frais-annuels\">Basic Aeroplan cards ($120 to $139 annual fee)<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carte-visa-infinite-td-aeroplan\">TD Visa Infinite Card Aeroplan<\/h4>\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/credit-cards\/td-aeroplan-visa-infinite-card\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Card<\/a> is one of our favorite Aeroplan cards. It regularly offers: <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li>a generous welcome bonus in Aeroplan Points, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a rebate on the annual fee in the first year, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>as well as a rebate on NEXUS membership fees and excellent travel insurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p>Its big sister, the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card is more expensive, but it adds privileges that transform your airport experience:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li><strong>Priority check-in<\/strong> to skip the line at the counter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Priority boarding<\/strong> in Zone 2, in order to be among the first people to enter the plane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Receive your luggage first<\/strong> on the carousel upon arrival<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expedited screening<\/strong> at security checkpoints in Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Montreal-Trudeau<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Relax<\/strong> with free entries to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='compare'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='card'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='10'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_card container_template--compare container_count--2'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"card_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"22723,100492\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-utm=\"wpb\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\n    <div class=\"card card-list card-list-header\">\n        <div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-dark shimmer-bar--short card-specs--title\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar shimmer-dark shimmer-bar--short card-specs--title\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carte-cibc-visa-infinite-aeroplan\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/credit-cards\/cibc-aeroplan-visa-infinite-card\/\">CIBC Aeroplan<sup>&reg;<\/sup> Visa Infinite* Card<\/a><\/h4>\n\n<p>Also at $139 annual fee (waived the first year\u2020), this card offers the same baggage benefit: first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions on Air Canada flights. It earns 1.5 points per dollar at grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations, and 1 point everywhere else. A good option for CIBC customers who want to maximize their Aeroplan points on everyday spending.  <\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-la-carte-aeroplan-american-express\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/credit-cards\/american-express-aeroplan-card\/\">The American Express Aeroplan Card<\/a><\/h4>\n\n<p>At $120 annual fee, this is the Aeroplan card with no minimum income requirement. It earns 2 points per dollar with Air Canada and <a rel=\"noindex\" title=\"Air Canada Vacations\" href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/go\/air-canada-vacations\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Air Canada Vacations<\/a>, 1.5 points at restaurants and food delivery services, and 1 point everywhere else. It offers the first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions on Air Canada flights, plus basic travel insurance and access to Amex Experiences.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cartes-aeroplan-premium-599-de-frais-annuels\">Premium Aeroplan cards ($599 annual fee)<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carte-visa-infinite-privilege-td-aeroplan\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/credit-cards\/td-aeroplan-visa-infinite-privilege-card\/\"><strong>TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Card<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n<p>This is TD&#8217;s premium card for frequent Air Canada travelers. <\/p>\n\n<p>In addition to the first free bag for you and up to 8 companions\u2020, it offers unlimited access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges (+ 1 guest), 6 annual visits to international lounges via Visa Airport Companion, priority check-in and boarding, a NEXUS credit up to $100 and an annual companion pass from $99.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carte-cibc-visa-infinite-privilege-aeroplan\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/credit-cards\/cibc-aeroplan-visa-infinite-privilege-card\/\"><strong>CIBC Aeroplan<sup>&reg;<\/sup> Visa Infinite Privilege* Card<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n<p>CIBC&#8217;s premium equivalent for frequent Air Canada travelers. <\/p>\n\n<p>It offers the first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions, unlimited access to Maple Leaf Lounges, 6 annual visits to international lounges via Visa Airport Companion, priority check-in and boarding, and a NEXUS credit up to $100. <\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carte-prestige-aeroplan-american-express\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/credit-cards\/american-express-aeroplan-reserve-card\/\"><strong>American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n<p>American Express&#8217;s most generous Aeroplan card, with no minimum income requirement. It offers the highest Air Canada earn rate on the market: 3 points per dollar with Air Canada and <a rel=\"noindex\" title=\"Air Canada Vacations\" href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/go\/air-canada-vacations\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Air Canada Vacations<\/a>, 2 points at restaurants, and 1.25 points everywhere else.  <\/p>\n\n<p>It includes the first checked bag free for you and up to 8 companions, access to Maple Leaf Lounges and Air Canada Caf\u00e9s in North America, priority check-in and boarding, a NEXUS credit up to $100 every 4 years, an annual companion pass (after $25,000 in spending), and exclusive benefits at Toronto Pearson Airport. Conditions Apply.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='compare'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='card'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='10'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_card container_template--compare container_count--3'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"card_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"22723,22692,108763\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-utm=\"wpb\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-list\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card-list--grid\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--card\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-graphic-cta shimmer shimmer-card\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-list--title-offer\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--title\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card-list--offer\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card--apply\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-btn\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comment-obtenir-son-bagage-gratuit-avec-air-canada\">How to get your free bag with Air Canada?<\/h2>\n\n<p>To benefit from your first free bag thanks to your Aeroplan card, here are the steps to follow:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__list checkmarks\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmarks\">\n<li>Simply link your Aeroplan credit card to your Aeroplan account on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aircanada.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada<\/a> website: <em>ensure that your Aeroplan number is associated with your credit card.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your Aeroplan number when booking: when purchasing your Air Canada ticket, add your Aeroplan number to the reservation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add other travelers to the same reservation: the up to 8 companions must appear on the same booking record as you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check in normally: online, on the app, or at the airport. The first bag will be automatically free for you and your companions. <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p>It is not mandatory to pay for your plane ticket with your Aeroplan card. <\/p>\n\n<p>In addition, there is no maximum number of eligible flights per year. This &#8220;first bag free&#8221; privilege is <strong>unlimited<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"h6 component__notice__title\">\n\t\t\t\tTo know\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><em>It is the cardholder who must be on the reservation. The benefit does not apply if you are not traveling. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-strategie-2-choisir-le-bon-tarif\">Strategy #2: choose the right fare<\/h2>\n\n<p>Sometimes paying a higher fare costs less than adding baggage fees. Example on a Toronto-Vancouver flight: <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Option<\/th><th>Ticket Price<\/th><th>Baggage Fees<\/th><th>Total<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Basic Economy + 1 bag<\/td><td>$260<\/td><td>45&nbsp;$<\/td><td>$305<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flexible Economy (1 bag included)<\/td><td>$418<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$418<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>The difference is $113, but the flexible fare also includes 100% of Aeroplan points on the flight (approximately 2,085 points, or ~$44 in value), change without fees and cancellation for a flight credit. For travelers who need flexibility, the difference is easily justified. <\/p>\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"h6 component__notice__title\">\n\t\t\t\tnote\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>flight fares are dynamic and change constantly. These prices were likely accurate at the time of writing article 2, but they may be different today. <\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\":r2fof:\">Strategy #3: obtain Aeroplan Elite status<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/guide\/tutorials\/air-canada-aeroplan-elite-status\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"95024\">Aeroplan Elite status<\/a> offers progressive baggage benefits. Since February 1, 2026: <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"component component__table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Status Level<\/th><th>Free checked baggage<\/th><th>Weight per bag<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Aeroplan 25K<\/td><td>2 bags<\/td><td>23 kg each<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aeroplan 35K<\/td><td>2 bags<\/td><td>23 kg each<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aeroplan 50K<\/td><td>2 bags<\/td><td>32 kg each<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aeroplan 75K<\/td><td>3 bags<\/td><td>32 kg each<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Super Elite<\/td><td>3 bags<\/td><td>32 kg each<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>These benefits also apply to your travel companions on the same reservation, in addition to those offered by your Aeroplan credit card.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\":r2fp4:\">Special Equipment<\/h3>\n\n<p>Sports equipment and musical instruments have their own rules. A few pleasant surprises: <\/p>\n\n<p>Skis and snowboards: free on flights between Canada and Europe, the Middle East or Africa (except Basic Economy fare), including a boot bag<\/p>\n\n<p>Golf bags: one bag with clubs, balls and shoes counts as a single bag with no oversized fees, as long as it weighs less than 23 kg<\/p>\n\n<p>For hockey, bicycles, musical instruments, surfboards and hunting equipment, consult the special items page on the Air Canada website before heading to the airport.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n<p>Air Canada\u2019s baggage fees increased in April 2026, but effective strategies can help you avoid them entirely. Whether through an <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/reviews\/credit-cards\/best-card-frequent-flyer\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"64874\">Aeroplan credit card<\/a>, an <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/rewards\/special-offers\/air-canada-vacations-points-aeroplan\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"311900\">Air Canada Vacations package<\/a>, or your <a href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/guide\/tutorials\/air-canada-aeroplan-elite-status\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"95024\">Aeroplan Elite Status<\/a>, there are practical ways to travel without paying for your suitcase. <\/p>\n\n<p>The best protection remains having the right card in your pocket before booking. Over time, the savings on baggage largely cover the card&#8217;s annual fee, especially for families. <\/p>\n\n<p>Have a good trip and good savings!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-foire-aux-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"have_air_canadas_baggage_fees_changed_recently_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tHave Air Canada&#8217;s baggage fees changed recently?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes. As of April 13, 2026, the new rates apply to any ticket purchased on or after that date. Tickets purchased before April 13, 2026, are subject to the previous rates. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"how_much_does_the_first_checked_bag_cost_on_air_canada_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tHow much does the first checked bag cost on Air Canada?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>In Basic Economy or Standard fares, the first bag costs $45 before taxes (approximately $47.25 including taxes) on flights within Canada, to the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"how_can_you_get_your_first_bag_free_on_air_canada_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tHow can you get your first bag free on Air Canada?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>By holding an Aeroplan credit card and having your Aeroplan number on the booking. The benefit extends to up to 8 companions on the same reservation. <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"is_the_first_bag_free_with_air_canada_vacations_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tIs the first bag free with Air Canada Vacations?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes. All travellers who book a package with <a rel=\"noindex\" title=\"Air Canada Vacations\" href=\"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/go\/air-canada-vacations\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Air Canada Vacations<\/a> receive the first bag free, regardless of destination.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"what_is_the_weight_limit_for_a_checked_bag_on_air_canada_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhat is the weight limit for a checked bag on Air Canada?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>The maximum weight is 23 kg (50 lb), and the maximum linear dimensions are 158 cm (62 in).<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/aside>\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Since April 13, 2026, Air Canada has increased its checked baggage fees on its North American flights. 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