✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Conviasa is Venezuela’s state-owned flag carrier, flying domestic routes plus international services to Havana, Bogotá, Panama, Madrid, Buenos Aires and other destinations. Its baggage policy is unusual: the carry-on weight and checked allowance depend on the aircraft type operating your route, not just the fare you bought. That matters because Conviasa flies everything from wide-body Airbus A340s to small Embraer E190s, ATR-42 turboprops and Cessna Caravan C-208s on the Los Roques run — each with a different limit.
This guide reflects Conviasa’s published policy as of 2026. Because Conviasa prices excess baggage as a percentage of the route fare (rather than a fixed table), exact overage costs vary by route and booking — always reconfirm at conviasa.aero or with the airline before you fly.
Quick facts
| Carry-on size | 60 x 40 x 30 cm (1 piece) |
| Carry-on weight | 5 kg (E190, ATR-42), 8 kg (A340), 10 kg (Caravan C-208) |
| Checked weight per piece | 23 kg jets / 16 kg ATR-42 |
| Checked size limit | 150 cm total (L+W+H), 90 cm max length |
| Standard Economy checked | 1 x 23 kg (1 x 16 kg on ATR-42) |
| Executive checked (A340) | 2 x 23 kg |
| CCS-HAV (Jul 2026) | Y: 3x23kg, B: 2x23kg, H: 1x23kg |
| Excess baggage | % of route base fare + VAT (varies) |
| Sports equipment (intl) | ~USD 100 per item |
| Los Roques (ATR/Caravan) | Max ~10 kg total, no excess allowed |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | Not separately defined. Conviasa does not publish a distinct under-seat personal-item allowance. You are entitled to one cabin carry-on piece (size/weight depends on aircraft, see below). Standard small personal effects (handbag, laptop bag) are generally accepted but are not a guaranteed separate free piece. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 60 x 40 x 30 cm · 5 kg, 8 kg or 10 kg depending on aircraft (see notes) Included (1 piece) |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | 1 piece in Economy on most aircraft; 2 x 23 kg in Executive on the A340; up to 3 pieces on CCS-HAV in Class Y from July 2026 |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per piece on jets; 16 kg on ATR-42; max 150 cm total dimensions and 90 cm longest side |
| Typical fee | Excess charged as a percentage of the route base fare (1% domestic / 2% international per the published method) plus VAT — varies by route |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbus A340 – Economy | Not separately guaranteed | 1 x 8 kg (60x40x30 cm) | 1 x 23 kg |
| Airbus A340 – Executive | Not separately guaranteed | 1 x 8 kg | 2 x 23 kg |
| Embraer E190 – Economy | Not separately guaranteed | 1 x 5 kg (60x40x30 cm) | 1 x 23 kg |
| ATR-42 – Economy | Not separately guaranteed | 1 x 5 kg (60x40x30 cm) | 1 x 16 kg |
| Cessna Caravan C-208 | Included in 10 kg | Up to 10 kg total (baggage treated as cabin) | No separate checked allowance |
| CCS-HAV (Caracas-Havana, from July 2026) | Not separately guaranteed | Per operating aircraft | Class Y: 3 x 23 kg; Class B: 2 x 23 kg; Class H: 1 x 23 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What Conviasa includes at deal prices: On its mainline jet routes, Conviasa’s cheapest Economy fare typically bundles real allowances that budget carriers charge extra for — a free cabin bag plus one free checked bag of 23 kg. On long-haul A340 services your cabin piece can be up to 8 kg; on regional E190 jets it is 5 kg.
That makes Conviasa more generous than the European ultra-low-cost model: you are not paying a separate fee for your first checked bag in standard Economy. The catch is aircraft variation — if your route is operated by the ATR-42 turboprop your checked piece drops to 16 kg, and the Los Roques Cessna Caravan caps you at roughly 10 kg total with no excess allowed. Always check which aircraft flies your route before assuming the full 23 kg.
Oversize, sports & special items
Excess and overweight baggage: Conviasa does not publish a flat per-kilo or per-bag table. Instead, excess baggage is charged as a percentage of the highest base fare on your route plus VAT (the published method cites roughly 1% per unit for domestic and 2% for international routes), so the cost scales with how expensive your route’s fare is. Acceptance of extra baggage is also subject to load: if the flight is booked above ~80% capacity, additional baggage may be refused entirely. Confirm the exact charge with Conviasa for your specific route and date.
Sports and special equipment: On international flights, sporting equipment is charged around USD 100 per item. Carry valuable, fragile or specialty items (instruments, electronics) in the cabin where size allows, and declare oversized sports gear in advance.
Size limits for checked bags: A checked piece must not exceed 150 cm in total dimensions (length + width + height) or 90 cm in maximum length. Pieces beyond this are treated as oversized.
Los Roques special rules: On the ATR-42 to Los Roques the total allowance is around 10 kg per passenger with zero excess permitted. On the Cessna Caravan C-208, all baggage is treated as cabin baggage, must fit within roughly 52 x 38 x 20 cm, and excess is prohibited because of the aircraft’s strict weight and space limits.
Frequently asked questions
How many bags can I bring on Conviasa for free?
In standard Economy on most Conviasa jet routes you get one free cabin bag (60x40x30 cm) plus one free checked bag of 23 kg. Executive class on the A340 includes two checked bags of 23 kg each. On the ATR-42 turboprop the free checked piece is 16 kg, and on the Los Roques Cessna Caravan your total is capped at about 10 kg.
What is Conviasa's carry-on weight limit?
It depends on the aircraft. On the long-haul Airbus A340 the cabin bag can be 8 kg; on the Embraer E190 and ATR-42 it is 5 kg; and on the Cessna Caravan C-208 (Los Roques) all baggage is treated as cabin and limited to about 10 kg total. The size limit across types is 60 x 40 x 30 cm.
How much does excess baggage cost on Conviasa?
Conviasa does not use a fixed table. Excess baggage is charged as a percentage of the highest base fare on your route plus VAT (roughly 1% per unit on domestic routes and 2% on international routes per the published method), so the cost varies with the route's fare level. Confirm the exact amount with Conviasa before flying, and note extra bags may be refused on flights booked above about 80% capacity.
What is the checked baggage weight and size limit on Conviasa?
Each checked piece is generally 23 kg on jet aircraft and 16 kg on the ATR-42. A checked bag must not exceed 150 cm in total dimensions (length + width + height) or 90 cm in maximum length.
What is the baggage allowance on Conviasa flights to Havana (CCS-HAV)?
From July 2026, Conviasa applies a fare-class based system on the Caracas-Havana route: Class Y allows 3 pieces of 23 kg, Class B allows 2 pieces of 23 kg, and Class H allows 1 piece of 23 kg. Other international routes such as Madrid and Buenos Aires follow the standard aircraft-based allowance.
Can I bring sports equipment or musical instruments on Conviasa?
On international flights, sporting equipment is charged around USD 100 per item. Smaller instruments may travel in the cabin if they fit the 60 x 40 x 30 cm carry-on limit; larger items should be declared in advance and may be subject to oversize or excess charges. Always notify Conviasa ahead of time for special equipment.
Why is my Conviasa baggage allowance different from someone else's?
Because Conviasa's allowance is tied to the aircraft operating your route as well as your fare class. A wide-body A340 grants more cabin weight (8 kg) than a regional E190 (5 kg), the ATR-42 limits checked bags to 16 kg, and the Los Roques Cessna Caravan caps everything at about 10 kg total with no excess allowed.