Cathay Pacific Carry-On & Personal Item Size (2025 Guide)

✅ Cathay Pacific allows Economy passengers 1 carry-on up to 22 × 14 × 9 inches (56 × 36 × 23 cm), maximum weight 15 lbs (7 kg).
Premium Economy & Business: 1 carry-on up to 22 lbs (10 kg).
First Class: 1 carry-on up to 33 lbs (15 kg).
All passengers may also bring 1 small personal item.

Cabin ClassCarry-On Size (inches)Weight LimitPersonal Item
Economy22 × 14 × 915 lbs (7 kg)Yes
Premium Economy22 × 14 × 922 lbs (10 kg)Yes
Business22 × 14 × 922 lbs (10 kg)Yes
First22 × 14 × 933 lbs (15 kg)Yes

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure wheels and handles too.
  2. Compare with 22 × 14 × 9 size limit.
  3. Weigh according to cabin class (7 kg, 10 kg, or 15 kg).
  4. Ensure your personal item fits under the seat.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Cathay enforces weight limits more strictly than size.
  • Different cabin classes have different weight allowances.
  • Oversized or overweight bags must be checked.

Sources

Cathay Pacific cabin baggage policy