Air Canada carry-on (hand luggage) size and weight limit

Air Canada carry-on and hand luggage rules

• Standard article: 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches). Personal article: 43 x 33 x 16 cm (17 x 13 x 6 inches). Air Canada publishes in centimetres with inch equivalents.
• Published dimensions include wheels and handles.
• "No weight limit applies to carry-on baggage, but it must be light enough that you can store it in the overhead bin without assistance."
• Passengers travelling with a lap infant may bring 1 additional standard article for the child's belongings, such as a diaper bag.
• On an Economy Basic fare connecting onward to an international destination, one standard carry-on bag plus one personal item are allowed.
• Duty-free purchases should be made after passing the security checkpoint; avoid oversized containers when connecting without access to checked baggage.

Liquids

Liquids and gels in carry-on must be in containers of 100 mL/100 g (3.4 oz) or less.

Source: Carry On Baggage. Checked 20 September 2026.

Remember that the liquids rule that applies to you is set by the airport you fly from, not the airline. Check your departure airport before you pack.

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