✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Royal Jordanian (RJ) uses a weight-based checked allowance on most of its network and a piece-based system on North America routes, where the allowance depends on which Economy fare brand you book. The cabin allowance is the same across the airline: one piece up to 7 kg in Economy. Below is RJ’s current published policy for 2026, with the figures that actually vary by route and fare flagged so you don’t get caught at the gate.
The single most important thing to check before booking a deal fare: on North America routes the cheapest Economy brand (Super Saver) includes only one checked bag, while Value Plus and Flex include two. On the rest of the network, standard Economy includes one 23 kg piece.
Quick facts
| Personal item / under-seat | No separate personal-item allowance; one cabin piece only in Economy |
| Carry-on (cabin) | 1 piece, 7 kg, 23 x 41 x 51 cm (sum ≤ 115 cm / 45 in) |
| Checked — Economy (most routes) | 1 piece up to 23 kg |
| Checked — Economy (North America) | 1 piece (Super Saver) or 2 x 23 kg (Value Plus / Flex) |
| Checked — Crown (business) | 2 pieces, 30 kg total most routes / 32 kg each to North America |
| Max single piece | 32 kg / 70 lb on all RJ flights; sum of dimensions ≤ 158 cm / 62 in |
| Excess bag fee (to US/Canada) | Promotional bag ~$160; additional bag ~$275; heavy (23–32 kg) +~$115 |
| Cheapest-fare checked bag | Economy Light = no checked bag; Standard/Super Saver = 1 x 23 kg |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | No defined separate personal-item dimensions. RJ does not publish a distinct under-seat personal-item allowance. Economy passengers get one cabin piece (7 kg). Items like a laptop, camera, umbrella, walking stick, reading material and crutches/braces are permitted in addition to the cabin bag. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 23 x 41 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in); sum of dimensions ≤ 115 cm / 45 in · 7 kg Free — 1 piece in Economy, 2 in Crown (1 on Embraer aircraft) |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Economy: 1 piece most routes (up to 2 x 23 kg on North America Value Plus/Flex). Crown: 2 pieces. |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per piece in Economy; max single piece 32 kg / 70 lb; Crown 30 kg total most routes, 32 kg each to North America |
| Typical fee | Varies by route. To US/Canada: promotional/first bag ~$160, additional bag ~$275, heavy piece (23–32 kg) +~$115. Online pre-purchase is cheaper than at the airport. |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy (standard, most routes) | None separate | 1 x 7 kg | 1 x 23 kg |
| Economy Super Saver (North America) | None separate | 1 x 7 kg | 1 x 23 kg |
| Economy Value Plus (North America) | None separate | 1 x 7 kg | 2 x 23 kg |
| Economy Flex (North America) | None separate | 1 x 7 kg | 2 x 23 kg |
| Crown Class (business) | None separate | 2 x 7 kg (1 on Embraer) | 2 pieces, 30 kg total (32 kg each to North America) |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What Royal Jordanian gives you on the cheapest fare at deal prices: on RJ’s longer-haul routes, an Economy Standard / Super Saver fare or higher includes 1 x 23 kg checked bag — but only confirm this when our verifier has flagged it for the specific fare, because RJ also sells lighter brands. The rock-bottom Economy Light fare carries no checked bag at all — just the 7 kg cabin piece. If a deal looks unusually cheap and the booking shows “0 bags”, you’re on a Light fare and adding a suitcase at the airport can cost ~$160 to North America, often more than the headline saving. Pre-buy the bag online if your fare doesn’t include one.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports equipment: skis/snowboards, golf clubs, bowling, bicycles, scuba gear and fishing equipment are accepted within your free allowance; excess is charged at roughly 33–50% of the applicable excess-bag fee. Surfboards under 109 inches are charged at 50% of the first additional-piece fee; over 109 inches pay the full charge.
Musical instruments: carried in the cabin if within the 115 cm carry-on size; larger instruments require a purchased extra seat.
Mobility aids: wheelchairs and assistive devices fly free and do not count against your allowance.
Infants: 1 piece up to 10 kg (115 cm), plus baby food/necessities up to 7 kg in the cabin in addition to the adult’s allowance.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Royal Jordanian's carry-on allowance in 2026?
Economy passengers may bring one cabin piece up to 7 kg, with maximum dimensions of 23 x 41 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) and the sum of the three dimensions no more than 115 cm / 45 in. Crown (business) passengers get two cabin pieces (one on Embraer aircraft).
Does Royal Jordanian include a checked bag in Economy?
On most of the network, standard Economy includes one checked piece up to 23 kg. On North America routes it depends on the fare brand: Super Saver includes one bag, while Value Plus and Flex include two 23 kg pieces. The cheapest Economy Light fare includes no checked bag.
What is Royal Jordanian's checked baggage weight limit?
Economy pieces are up to 23 kg each. The maximum weight of any single checked piece on all RJ flights is 32 kg / 70 lb, and the sum of dimensions must not exceed 158 cm / 62 in per piece.
How much does an extra or excess bag cost on Royal Jordanian?
Fees vary by route. To the USA/Canada, a promotional/first bag is around $160, an additional bag around $275, and a heavy piece (23–32 kg) carries an extra ~$115. Buying allowance online before travel is cheaper than paying at the airport. Other regions differ — check during booking.
What does Crown Class get for baggage?
Crown (business) passengers receive two checked pieces — 30 kg total on most routes, or 32 kg each to North America — plus two 7 kg cabin pieces (one cabin piece on Embraer aircraft). Per-piece dimension limit is 158 cm.
Can I bring sports equipment or a musical instrument?
Sports gear such as skis, golf clubs, bikes and scuba equipment is accepted within your allowance, with excess charged at about 33–50% of the applicable fee; surfboards under 109 inches are 50% of the first extra-piece charge. Musical instruments fly in the cabin if within the 115 cm carry-on size, otherwise an extra seat is required.
Does Royal Jordanian have a separate personal-item allowance?
No. RJ does not publish a distinct under-seat personal-item allowance. Economy gives you one 7 kg cabin piece, though items like a laptop, camera, umbrella, walking stick and reading material are permitted in addition.