China Eastern Airlines hand luggage and carry-on allowance
China Eastern allows one carry-on bag of up to 8 kg and 55 x 40 x 20 cm in Economy and Premium Economy, on domestic and international flights. Business Class passengers may bring two bags of 8 kg each, and First Class two bags of 10 kg each. You can also bring one free item that fits under the seat in front. Check your own bag against it below.
Carry-on baggage
China Eastern Airlines hand luggage and carry-on rules
- Carry-on baggage, domestic and international/regional flights: First Class 2 pieces, up to 10 kg each; Premium Business and Business Class 2 pieces, up to 8 kg each; Premium Economy and Economy Class 1 piece, up to 8 kg.
- Maximum size per piece: 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm (22 x 16 x 8 in).
- Items over the weight, quantity or size limits must be checked in.
- In addition, each passenger may bring one free item that fits under the front seat (reference space 35 x 32 x 18 cm), such as a handbag, briefcase, laptop bag or camera bag.
- Passengers travelling with an infant may also carry, free of charge: food and baby equipment such as diapers needed for the journey; a fully collapsible lightweight stroller that fits in the overhead bin (folded no more than 55 x 40 x 20 cm); and an infant cradle or child restraint device if the child will occupy a seat.
- Cabin baggage must be placed under the seat in front or in the overhead bin.
- The airport security department may adjust carry-on restrictions according to current security conditions.
- For lithium-ion batteries, China Eastern points passengers to its own Regulations on Safe Transportation of Lithium Ion Batteries on its website.
Liquids
International and regional flights: liquids must be in containers of no more than 100 ml, all placed in one transparent re-sealable plastic bag of no more than 1 litre, one bag per passenger per flight. Domestic flights: liquids are not allowed in the cabin, except cosmetics, toothpaste and shaving cream for use during the flight (one piece of each, no more than 100 g or ml for toothpaste and shaving cream). Infant milk and necessary liquid medicines are allowed after inspection at security. Liquids bought in the restricted area or on board may be carried until you leave that area.
Source: Baggage Service | China Eastern Airlines. Checked 10 October 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the China Eastern carry-on size limit?
55 x 40 x 20 cm per piece (22 x 16 x 8 in).
What is the China Eastern carry-on weight limit?
8 kg per piece in Economy, Premium Economy, Business and Premium Business; 10 kg per piece in First Class.
How many carry-on bags can I bring on China Eastern?
One in Economy and Premium Economy, two in Business, Premium Business and First Class, plus one free item that fits under the seat in front.
Can I take liquids in my China Eastern hand luggage?
On international and regional flights, yes in containers of up to 100 ml in one transparent 1-litre bag. On domestic flights liquids are generally not allowed, apart from a few items for use during the flight.