✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Air Tahiti Nui (TN) is French Polynesia’s flag carrier, flying Tahiti (Papeete) to Los Angeles, Paris, Auckland, Tokyo and Seattle on a small Boeing 787-9 fleet. Its three cabins — Moana (economy), Mānava (premium economy) and Poerava (business) — each set baggage by cabin rather than by stripped-down branded fare bundles, so your allowance depends mainly on which cabin you book.
Below is the current 2026 policy: every cabin bag must be within 115 cm / 45 in total (length + width + height) and every checked bag within 158 cm / 62 in total, with weight and piece counts varying by cabin. Excess, overweight and oversize fees are charged on a route-by-route basis in the local departure currency, so the same extra bag costs a different amount depending on where you start.
Quick facts
| Personal item | 1 item, up to 3 kg, must fit under the seat |
| Carry-on (Moana / Mānava) | 1 bag up to 10 kg; total dimensions ≤ 115 cm |
| Carry-on (Poerava Business) | 1 bag up to 12 kg; total dimensions ≤ 115 cm |
| Checked (Moana economy) | 1 bag of 23 kg included |
| Checked (Mānava premium) | 2 bags of 23 kg included |
| Checked (Poerava business) | 2 bags of 32 kg included |
| Checked max size | ≤ 158 cm total (L+W+H) |
| Extra bag fee | Varies by route: e.g. €85 / US$80 / 8,000 XPF / NZ$120 / A$120 / CAD$100 |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | Must fit under the seat in front of you. One personal item up to 3 kg (6.6 lb) — handbag, laptop bag, briefcase, jacket or duty-free purchases. This is in addition to your cabin bag. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | ≤ 115 cm / 45 in total (L+W+H); ~55 × 35 × 25 cm guideline · 10 kg (Moana & Mānava); 12 kg (Poerava Business) Included in all fares |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Moana economy: 1 bag; Mānava premium: 2 bags; Poerava business: 2 bags |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per bag (economy/premium); 32 kg per bag (business); max 32 kg per piece |
| Typical fee | Included as above; extra/overweight bags charged by route (see fee table) |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moana (Economy) | 1 item ≤ 3 kg | 1 bag ≤ 10 kg | 1 × 23 kg included |
| Mānava (Premium Economy) | 1 item ≤ 3 kg | 1 bag ≤ 10 kg | 2 × 23 kg included |
| Poerava (Business) | 1 item ≤ 3 kg | 1 bag ≤ 12 kg | 2 × 32 kg included |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on a cheap Air Tahiti Nui fare: unlike most carriers selling French Polynesia, Air Tahiti Nui does not split economy into a hand-baggage-only “Light” bundle. On the deal fares we surface, the cheapest Moana economy ticket still includes a 10 kg cabin bag plus a 3 kg personal item, and generous checked baggage (up to 2 × 23 kg on many routings) — so there is rarely a surprise bag fee at the gate the way there is on European or US low-cost long-haul.
That matters for value: a headline Tahiti fare that already bundles full checked baggage is often cheaper all-in than a “lower” base fare on a carrier that then charges US$80–US$185 per bag. When comparing deals, treat Air Tahiti Nui’s included allowance as real savings rather than padding the price for add-ons.
Oversize, sports & special items
Excess-bag fees by departure region (extra bag beyond your allowance):
- From French Polynesia: 8,000 XPF to Australia, NZ, USA, Canada or New Caledonia; 10,000 XPF to France; 12,000 XPF to other destinations.
- From Europe/Africa/Middle East: €85 to the USA, French Polynesia or Japan; €100 to other destinations.
- From the USA: US$80 to French Polynesia, US$90 to Australia, US$100 to Europe, US$145 to New Zealand, US$185 to Japan/Asia.
- From New Zealand: NZ$120 to Australia/French Polynesia/Japan; NZ$200 to USA/Canada/other.
- From Australia: A$120 to USA/Canada/NZ/French Polynesia/Japan/Asia; A$200 to other destinations.
- From Canada: CAD$100 to French Polynesia, CAD$120 to Australia, CAD$130 to Europe, CAD$180 to New Zealand, CAD$230 to Japan/Asia.
Overweight and oversize: bags over 23 kg (up to the 32 kg ceiling) and bags over 200 cm total are charged on a similar route-based scale, with per-kilo overweight options on some routes (around €20/kg, NZ$25/kg, A$20/kg).
Frequently asked questions
How many checked bags does Air Tahiti Nui include?
Moana economy includes 1 checked bag of 23 kg, Mānava premium economy includes 2 bags of 23 kg, and Poerava business includes 2 bags of 32 kg. Each bag must be within 158 cm total (length + width + height).
What is Air Tahiti Nui's carry-on allowance?
In Moana and Mānava you get one cabin bag up to 10 kg; in Poerava Business it rises to 12 kg. In every cabin you also get one personal item up to 3 kg that fits under the seat. All cabin baggage must be ≤ 115 cm / 45 in total dimensions.
How much does an extra bag cost on Air Tahiti Nui?
Extra-bag fees are charged in the departure currency and vary by route. Examples: from French Polynesia 8,000 XPF (to US/Canada/Australia/NZ/New Caledonia) up to 12,000 XPF; from Europe €85–€100; from the USA US$80–US$185; from New Zealand NZ$120–NZ$200; from Australia A$120–A$200; from Canada CAD$100–CAD$230.
What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag?
No single checked bag may exceed 32 kg. Economy and premium bags are limited to 23 kg each (overweight fees apply between 23 and 32 kg); business-class bags may weigh up to 32 kg each.
Can I bring a guitar or ukulele on board?
Yes. An acoustic or electric guitar up to 115 cm and a ukulele are permitted as cabin baggage provided they fit within the standard cabin dimension limits. Larger instruments may need their own paid seat or to be checked.
Are sports equipment and oversized items allowed?
Air Tahiti Nui carries certain sports equipment and oversized items subject to its transport rules. Oversize bags (over 200 cm total) and overweight bags are charged at route-based fees similar to the excess-bag scale, with per-kilo overweight charges on some routes (e.g. €20/kg, NZ$25/kg, A$20/kg).
Do Club Tiare members get extra baggage?
Yes. Club Tiare Silver and Gold members receive one extra checked bag beyond their cabin's standard allowance. Members can also redeem 8,500–15,000 miles in place of paying an excess-bag fee, depending on the route.
What can I carry as a personal item?
One personal item up to 3 kg that fits under the seat in front of you — for example a handbag, laptop bag, briefcase, jacket, umbrella or duty-free purchases. It is allowed in addition to your cabin bag in every cabin.