Air Canada to adapt its baggage charges from 3 January 2025The Canadian national carrier will therefore be charging for cabin baggage for passengers using the "basic fare". The Canadian national carrier will charge cabin baggage for passengers using the "basic fare".
On routes within North America (including Caribbean destinations)If you choose the basic fare option, the cheapest fare, you will still be able to take a small personal item with you free of charge. For example, a small bag or laptop case.
However, theTravellers should check in larger items, such as wheeled suitcases, cylindrical sports bags or large backpacks.. The company will apply a fee of 35 C$ (€23) and 50 C$ (€33) for a first and possibly a second baggage item. At the boarding gate, this fare will rise to 65 C$ (€43).
The company is also tightening up the allocation of "basic fare" seats. Passengers who select a seat - until now free of charge 24 hours before departure - will now have to pay for this service. The fare varies according to the seat selected.
On the other hand, Air Canada will be more generous for passengers paying the "Comfort Fare". in economy class. From 3 January 2025, passengers will be entitled to two free checked bags. Currently, the fare includes only one free bag.
