--- title: "Japan Airlines carry-on: 55 × 40 × 25 cm | AirlineLimits" description: "Japan Airlines: carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm; weight 10 kg. Fare status, personal item, checked baggage and official sources." canonical: "https://airlinelimits.com/en/airlines/jl/" language: "en" format: clean-markdown-mirror --- This is the clean Markdown mirror of [https://airlinelimits.com/en/airlines/jl/](https://airlinelimits.com/en/airlines/jl/). Editorial content is maintained on the canonical HTML page. # Japan Airlines carry-on: 55 × 40 × 25 cm Last checked: 7/14/2026 • IATA: JL • ICAO: JAL [Compare this airline](https://airlinelimits.com/en/compare-airlines/?airlines=JL) - oneworld Not a binding baggage approval: fare, route, aircraft or operating carrier can vary. Check the linked official sources before booking and departure. ## Carry-on for the overhead bin Included in fare **[Dimensions H×W×D](https://airlinelimits.com/en/baggage-dimensions/)** | Unit | H | W | D | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | cm | 55 | 40 | 25 | | in | 22 | 16 | 10 | **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. Source for this section: [International carry-on baggage](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/inflight/index.html) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/inflight/index.html) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/limit/attention/index.html) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/support/pet/) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) ### 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) ### 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/jalpri/pre-application/medical.html) 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/limit/attention/index.html) ## 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](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/inflight/index.html) ## Official source - Carry-on baggage: [International carry-on baggage](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/inflight/index.html) - Personal item: [International personal belongings](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/inflight/index.html) - Checked baggage: [International checked baggage](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) - Overweight & excess baggage: [Checked and excess baggage](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) - Liquids in carry-on: [Restricted articles and liquids](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/limit/attention/index.html) - Pets: [International pet cargo](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/support/pet/) - Special baggage: [Checked and bulky baggage](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/checked/) - Medical equipment: [Medical devices and assistance](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/jalpri/pre-application/medical.html) - Prohibited items in the cabin: [Restricted articles](https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/inter/baggage/limit/attention/index.html) [How we research and handle gaps](https://airlinelimits.com/en/methodology/) ## Found an error? 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