Kenya Airways Carry-On & Personal Item Size (2025 Guide)

✅ Kenya Airways allows Economy passengers 1 carry-on up to 22 × 16 × 9 inches (55 × 40 × 23 cm), maximum weight 26 lbs (12 kg).
Business Class: 2 carry-ons of the same size, combined max weight 39 lbs (18 kg).
All passengers may also bring 1 personal item.

Cabin ClassCarry-On Size (inches)Pieces AllowedWeight LimitPersonal Item
Economy22 × 16 × 9126 lbs (12 kg)Yes
Business22 × 16 × 9239 lbs (18 kg total)Yes

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure including wheels and handles.
  2. Economy: confirm 22 × 16 × 9 and under 12 kg.
  3. Business: 2 bags combined under 18 kg.
  4. Ensure personal item fits under the seat.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Kenya Airways enforces weight limits at check-in.
  • Business passengers can take 2 bags but must respect combined weight.
  • Domestic flights sometimes have stricter storage limitations.

Sources

Kenya Airways cabin baggage policy