Kenya Airways hand luggage and carry-on allowance
Kenya Airways' cabin piece is limited to 55 x 35 x 25 cm and 10 kg, and it is included in the base fare. The accessory is limited to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Check your own bag against it below.
Cabin piece
Accessory
Kenya Airways hand luggage and carry-on rules
- Cabin piece: 55 x 35 x 25 cm, 10 kg (included in the base fare).
- Accessory: 40 x 30 x 15 cm.
- Economy: 1 piece plus 1 accessory, total weight 10 kg (12 kg on flights to or from the EU, US and UK). Business: 2 pieces plus 1 accessory, total 18 kg. Size per piece published as 55 x 25 x 35 cm (L x W x H). Pieces within size and weight that are stopped by an airport restriction are checked free; otherwise excess baggage charges apply. Bags need an approved KQ cabin luggage label.
- Handbag, backpack, briefcase, camera or laptop. Weight is counted within the combined cabin limit. Dimensions published as 40 x 15 x 30 cm. One duty-free shopping bag is also allowed.
- Check your own booking, as allowances depend on the fare, route and class.
Source: Kenya Airways: Hand baggage information. Checked 6 November 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 Kenya Airways cabin bag size limit?
55 x 35 x 25 cm and 10 kg, according to Kenya Airways: Hand baggage information.
Is the Kenya Airways cabin bag free?
Yes, Kenya Airways lists it as included with the base fare. Economy: 1 piece plus 1 accessory, total weight 10 kg (12 kg on flights to or from the EU, US and UK). Business: 2 pieces plus 1 accessory, total 18 kg. Size per piece published as 55 x 25 x 35 cm (L x W x H). Pieces within size and weight that are stopped by an airport restriction are checked free; otherwise excess baggage charges apply. Bags need an approved KQ cabin luggage label.
Can I take a personal item on Kenya Airways?
Yes. Kenya Airways lists a accessory of 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Handbag, backpack, briefcase, camera or laptop. Weight is counted within the combined cabin limit. Dimensions published as 40 x 15 x 30 cm. One duty-free shopping bag is also allowed.
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