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Japan Airlines carry-on: 55 × 40 × 25 cm

Last checked: 7/14/2026 • IATA: JL • ICAO: JAL

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Carry-on for the overhead bin

Included in fare

Dimensions H×W×D
UnitHWD
cm554025
in221610
Weight
10 kg / 22 lb

The international allowance is one cabin bag plus one personal item, with a combined 10 kg limit. The operating airline's rules apply on codeshare flights, and cabin storage can still restrict acceptance.

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Source for this section: International carry-on baggage

Personal item

Included in fare

  • One bag of personal belongings, such as a handbag or shopping bag, is included alongside the cabin bag on JAL international flights.
  • JAL publishes no separate dimensions or weight for it; both cabin items share the displayed 10 kg total.

Source for this section: International personal belongings

Checked baggage

Weight (standard limit per piece)
23 kg / 50 lb
  • Premium Economy and Economy normally include two pieces up to 23 kg each and 203 cm total dimensions per piece.
  • First and Business use a different 32 kg allowance; status, codeshare and itinerary rules can alter the result.

Source for this section: International checked baggage

Overweight & excess baggage

Additional-piece, overweight and oversize charges depend on the route and payment currency. JAL publishes separate bands above 23 kg and for pieces over 203 cm; confirm the itinerary-specific table before travel.

Source for this section: Checked and excess baggage

Liquids in carry-on

Allowed

  • On international flights, each liquid container is limited to 100 ml and all containers must fit in one transparent resealable bag up to one litre.
  • Transfer screening and duty-free handling can add country-specific conditions.

Source for this section: Restricted articles and liquids

Pets

Pet transport

Varies

On JAL international flights, accepted pets are transported as cargo after advance reservation; species, crate capacity and acceptance depend on the aircraft and route.

More details
  • Bulldogs and French Bulldogs are not accepted, and import, export and health documents remain the passenger's responsibility.

Source for this section: International pet cargo

Special baggage

Sports equipment

Varies

Sports equipment may use the checked allowance when it meets the applicable piece and weight rules.

More details
  • Large items remain subject to aircraft loading limits and may require advance confirmation or excess charges.

Source for this section: Checked and bulky baggage

Musical instruments

Varies

Small instruments can travel within the cabin allowance; larger instruments may need a purchased seat or checked handling.

More details
  • Acceptance depends on dimensions, packing and available aircraft space.

Source for this section: Checked and bulky baggage

Medical equipment

Allowed

Passengers using a ventilator, nebulizer, portable oxygen concentrator or similar device must consult JAL early; a medical form can be required.

More details
  • Aircraft power is unavailable, so JAL recommends approved batteries sufficient for 1.5 times the flight time.

Source for this section: Medical devices and assistance

Codeshare and aircraft restrictions can override the general international guidance.

Prohibited items in the cabin

  • Alcoholic drinks above 70% alcohol by volume
  • Pepper spray and other incapacitating sprays
  • Electroshock weapons containing dangerous components
  • Fireworks, flares and explosive articles
  • Flammable fuels and fuel refills
  • Corrosive, toxic or oxidising chemicals
  • Damaged or recalled lithium batteries and devices
  • Liquid oxygen and non-approved gas equipment
  • This is a selected summary, not JAL's complete dangerous-goods table.
  • Batteries, medical cylinders, tools and sporting articles can be permitted only in a particular baggage location or with approval, so check the exact item before departure.

Source for this section: Restricted articles

Practical questions for this airline

Is JAL's 10 kg international carry-on limit per item or combined?

It is a combined limit. JAL allows one carry-on bag plus one personal item on international flights, and both items together may weigh no more than 10 kg / 22 lb. The personal item does not receive a separate 10 kg allowance.

Source for this section: International carry-on baggage

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