✓ Policy web-verified
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is Japan’s largest carrier and a 5-star full-service airline, and its checked allowance now depends on your route: since 1 November 2024, international Economy tickets on Europe, Asia and Australia routes include one free 23 kg checked bag — and since ANA’s May 2026 North-America fare revamp, the cheapest Economy fare (the new Basic) includes one piece there too; Value Plus and Full Flex keep 2 × 23 kg to/from North America. There is still no basic-economy tier that strips the bag entirely — even ANA’s cheapest international fare flies at least one 23 kg suitcase free, unlike most European carriers’ Light fares. The per-bag weight cap is 23 kg, lower than the single-bag-but-32-kg rule on some Gulf carriers.
This guide covers ANA’s current (2026) carry-on, personal item and checked baggage rules for international flights, weight and size limits, excess/oversize/sports fees, and what its cheapest fares actually include. Figures here are international; ANA’s Japan domestic flights use a separate (lower) allowance.
Quick facts
| Personal item | Yes — included in the 2-piece / 10 kg carry-on total |
| Carry-on (cabin) | 1 bag, 55 × 40 × 25 cm, combined 10 kg with personal item |
| Checked (Economy, Europe/Asia/Australia) | 1 bag free, 23 kg (50 lb), max 158 cm linear — since 1 Nov 2024 |
| Checked (Economy, USA/Canada) | Cheapest Basic (since May 2026): 1 bag free, 23 kg; Value Plus/Full Flex: 2 bags free |
| Checked (Business/First) | 2–3 bags free, 32 kg (70 lb) each |
| Overweight fee (23–32 kg) | ~USD 60 per bag (varies by route) |
| Oversize fee (158–292 cm) | ~USD 200 per bag (varies by route) |
| Extra bag fee | ~USD 100–200 per bag (varies by region) |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | No separate fixed dimensions published — counts within the 2-piece carry-on limit. ANA allows one carry-on bag PLUS one personal item (handbag, laptop bag, camera, etc.). The two items together must not exceed 10 kg total. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 × 40 × 25 cm (22 × 16 × 10 in), total linear ≤115 cm · 10 kg (22 lb) combined with personal item Free |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | International Economy: 1 bag free on the cheapest fare on all routes — Europe/Asia/Australia since 1 Nov 2024, USA/Canada since the May 2026 fare revamp (Value Plus/Full Flex keep 2 bags to/from North America). Premium Economy: 2 bags (new NA Basic: 1). Business: 2 bags; First: 3 bags. Max linear 158 cm (62 in) per bag. |
| Weight limit | Economy/Premium Economy: 23 kg (50 lb) per bag; Business & First: 32 kg (70 lb) per bag |
| Typical fee | Within free allowance: free. Extra/overweight/oversize bags charged — see fee notes. |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked — Europe/Asia/Australia | Checked — USA/Canada |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy (cheapest Basic) | Included | 1 bag + personal item, 10 kg total | 1 × 23 kg free | 1 × 23 kg free (since May 2026) |
| Economy Value Plus / Full Flex | Included | 1 bag + personal item, 10 kg total | 1 × 23 kg free | 2 × 23 kg free |
| Premium Economy | Included | 1 bag + personal item, 10 kg total | 2 × 23 kg free | 2 × 23 kg free |
| Business | Included | 1 bag + personal item, 10 kg total | 2 × 32 kg free | 2 × 32 kg free |
| First | Included | 1 bag + personal item, 10 kg total | 3 × 32 kg free | 3 × 32 kg free |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What ANA’s cheapest fare includes at deal prices: on a Europe, Asia or Australia route you get a 10 kg cabin allowance plus one free 23 kg checked bag — ANA cut the second bag on these routes on 1 November 2024. On a USA or Canada route the answer now depends on the fare tier: since ANA’s May 2026 fare revamp the cheapest Economy Basic includes one 23 kg bag, while Value Plus and Full Flex keep the classic two free checked bags (2 × 23 kg) — ANA’s own North-America fare table lists Basic at 1 piece and Value Plus at 2. Either way ANA never strips the checked bag entirely: unlike a same-priced European Light fare where you’d pay USD 60–100+ to add a single bag, an ANA Economy deal always covers at least one suitcase in the headline price. If you need a second bag from Europe, compare the extra-bag fee (~USD 100–200) against Japan Airlines, which still includes 2 × 23 kg on all international routes.
Oversize, sports & special items
Weight vs. piece rule: ANA uses a piece-and-weight system on international routes — count of bags AND a per-bag weight cap both apply. If a bag exceeds two of the three limits (weight, size, count), the charges stack: you pay each applicable excess fee on the same bag.
Hard ceilings: No single checked item may exceed 292 cm in total dimensions or 45 kg in weight — beyond that ANA will not accept it as baggage and it must move as cargo.
Fees vary — verify your route: ANA’s published excess charges differ by region and by the airport/currency where you pay (e.g. intra-Asia sectors are cheaper than Japan–North America). The USD figures here are representative; confirm the exact amount for your itinerary on ANA’s official excess-baggage page before you travel, and pre-pay where possible to reduce the cost.
Baggage by region & route
ANA reduced its Europe↔Japan economy allowance to one piece from 1 November 2024, and its May 2026 North-America fare revamp set the cheapest Economy Basic at one piece there too (Value Plus and Full Flex keep two).
| Region / route | Cheapest economy checked allowance | System |
|---|---|---|
| Europe / Asia / Australia | 1 × 23 kg | Piece |
| USA / Canada | 1 × 23 kg on the cheapest Basic (since May 2026); Value Plus/Full Flex: 2 × 23 kg | Piece |
✈️ Star Alliance: Gold members get +1 checked piece (or +20 kg) free.
There is no fare tier that strips the checked bag — the difference is the number of pieces by region. Allowances are for the cheapest bookable economy fare, web-verified July 2026; always confirm on your e-ticket as fares and routes change.
Frequently asked questions
How many bags can I check free on ANA international Economy?
It depends on the route. On the cheapest Economy fare, one free 23 kg (50 lb) bag on every route: Europe, Asia and Australia since 1 November 2024, and the USA/Canada since ANA’s May 2026 fare revamp (its own fare table lists the new Economy Basic at 1 piece; Value Plus and Full Flex keep two free bags to/from North America). Each bag may measure up to 158 cm (62 in) total linear dimensions. Unlike many airlines, there is no basic-economy tier that strips the checked allowance entirely — even the cheapest fare includes at least one bag.
What is ANA's carry-on size and weight limit?
One carry-on bag up to 55 × 40 × 25 cm (22 × 16 × 10 in), plus one personal item. The two items combined must not exceed 10 kg (22 lb). ANA does weigh carry-ons at check-in and sometimes at the gate at hubs like Haneda and Narita, so stay within 10 kg to avoid being forced to check the bag.
How much does an overweight bag cost on ANA?
A checked bag weighing between 23 kg and 32 kg incurs an overweight fee of roughly USD 60 per bag on most routes (the exact amount and currency depend on the itinerary and the airport where you pay). Bags over 32 kg are not accepted as normal checked baggage and must be split or shipped as cargo.
What does ANA charge for an extra checked bag?
An additional bag beyond your free allowance costs roughly USD 100–200 depending on region — lower for intra-Asia sectors and higher on long-haul routes such as Japan–North America/Europe. Fees vary by itinerary and are cheaper when settled in advance; confirm the figure for your specific route on ANA's site. From Europe, where the free allowance is one bag, factor this in when comparing ANA against Japan Airlines' two-bag fares.
What is ANA's oversize baggage rule and fee?
A checked bag is oversize when its total linear dimensions exceed 158 cm (62 in). Oversize bags up to 292 cm carry a fee of roughly USD 200 per bag. Items over 292 cm in total dimensions or heavier than 45 kg are not accepted as checked baggage at all.
Can I bring sports equipment or a musical instrument on ANA?
Yes. Sports equipment (skis, golf, bicycles, surfboards) is accepted as checked baggage and counts toward your free piece/weight allowance if within limits; oversize/overweight charges apply if it exceeds them. Small instruments can travel as your cabin bag if within 55 × 40 × 25 cm / 10 kg; larger instruments such as cellos must either be checked or carried in an extra purchased seat.
Does ANA charge for a personal item?
No. The personal item (handbag, laptop bag, small backpack) is free and is carried in addition to your cabin bag — but its weight counts toward the combined 10 kg carry-on limit for both items together.
Are ANA domestic baggage allowances the same as international?
No. This guide covers ANA international flights. Japan domestic flights use a separate, generally lower allowance and a different fee schedule, with some fee changes effective for travel on or after 19 May 2026. Always check the domestic rules for flights within Japan.
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