Caribbean Airlines Baggage Fees, Policy, and Terms [2022]

Caribbean Airlines’ fare structure allows passengers greater flexibility when it comes to inclusions such as baggage.

For all flights, excluding domestic routes, passengers can opt for the airline’s Lite fare with carry-on luggage only, or a more inclusive fare with 1 or 2 free checked bags included.

Caribbean Airlines has a flat fee of $75 for overweight luggage, so don’t get caught out if you’re just a kilogram or 2 over the limit.

Table of contents

Caribbean Airlines Carry-on Allowance
Caribbean Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional/Excess Baggage Fees
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Table of Contents

Caribbean Airlines Carry-on Allowance
Caribbean Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional/Excess Baggage Fees
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Caribbean Airlines Carry-on Allowance

1 personal item: FREE
Standard carry-on bag: FREE

An extra carry-on can be purchased (subject to space) for $100.

An overweight carry-on of 24 to 50 pounds (11 to 23 kg) will be charged $50.

Size and Weight Restrictions (Including Handles and Wheels)

Personal: 13 x 17 x 6 inches (33 x 43 x 15 cm)
Carry-on: 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 35 x 23 cm) and 22 pounds (10 kg)

Lap Infant Carry-on Policy

A collapsible stroller, carrying basket, or car seat is permitted inside the cabin (subject to space). Infants are permitted 1 carry-on bag not exceeding 22 pounds (10 kg).

Stroller Check Policy

Passengers may check a stroller, car seat, or carrying basket free of charge if this item is not being carried inside the cabin.

Caribbean Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance

Individual checked bags may not exceed maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm) including handles and wheels. Checked bags can weigh up to 50 pounds (23 kg).

	Lite	Classic	Flex	Biz	Biz Flex
Domestic between Trinidad and Tobago	N/A	N/A	First bag: FREE 2+ bags: TT$3 ($0.44) per kilogram	N/A	N/A
Other routes	First bag: $30 Second bag: $40 Third bag: $150 Fourth bag: $175	First bag: FREE Second bag: $40 Third bag: $150 Fourth bag: $175	First bag: FREE Second bag: FREE Third bag: $150 Fourth bag: $175	First bag: FREE Second bag: FREE Third bag: $150 Fourth bag: $175	First bag: FREE Second bag: FREE Third bag: FREE Fourth bag: $175

These fees apply to tickets purchased after November 7, 2019. For tickets purchased before this date, check the airline’s website.

Additional/Excess Baggage Fees

Overweight (Up to 70 Pounds (32 KG))

Domestic between Trinidad and Tobago: TT$3 ($0.44) per kilogram
Other routes: $75

Oversized (Up to 115 Linear Inches (292 CM))

Domestic: $75
Other routes: $75

Excess luggage may not be purchased for flights to/from Caracas and flights between Grenada and North America. Excess baggage may not be purchased during these embargo periods:

January 1 to 31
June 1 to September 30
December 1 to 31

For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Caribbean Airlines’ policy.

Exclusions and Waivers

Caribbean Miles Executive Gold, Gold, and Silver: Second checked bag is free when booking a Classic fare.

Tertiary Students: Second checked bag is free when booking a Classic fare. This excludes domestic routes and flights to/from Grenada to North America.

Can I Prepay for Baggage?

Caribbean Airlines does allow passengers the ability to prepay luggage online.

To prepay, log in to your booking and add the number of bags that you would like to purchase.

Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

If you will be paying baggage fees for your Caribbean Airlines flight, use one of the cards below from Capital One to be reimbursed for the cost. Each recommended card allows you to redeem miles for 1 cent each as a statement credit against travel purchases made in the previous 90 days.

To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.

The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card, and Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Featured Image Credit: Shutterstock and Caribbean Airlines

Frequently asked questions

Do you have to pay for baggage on Caribbean Airlines?

The first checked bag is free on Caribbean Airlines with all fare types excluding the Lite fare. Passengers can choose to purchase checked luggage with this fare and a second bag when flying the Classic fare. Flex, Biz, and Biz Flex passengers receive 2 free checked bags.

How much is an extra bag on Caribbean Airlines?

For all routes excluding domestic flights, the first bag (for Lite passengers) is available to purchase for $30, a second bag for $40, a third bag for $150, and a fourth bag for $175.

How many bags are free on Caribbean Airlines?

Free baggage is included with all Caribbean Airlines fare types, excluding their Lite fare. The first bag is free for Classic fare passengers and 2 bags are included for Flex, Biz, and Biz Flex passengers.

How many bags can you carry-on on Caribbean Airlines?

Caribbean Airlines permits passenger to bring a personal item and standard carry-on into the cabin free of charge. Passengers also have the option to purchase an extra carry-on for $100 or to increase their carry-on weight to 50 pounds (23 kg) for $50.

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33 comments

Raysheen Morrison October 6, 2020

For my trip, I was charged $40 for my first luggage and $150 for my second. I just check the website and it says nothing about that. Why is that?

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- Jarrod West October 8, 2020
  
  Hi Raysheen,
  
  The first checked bag is supposed to be free with Caribbean Airlines, with a second bag costing $40, and $150 for a third. Did you only have two bags in total? Were any of them overweight? If you feel you were charged incorrectly I recommend you contact their customer service team at 1-954-359-4487.
  
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Patrice roberts January 28, 2021

I have a carry on and two other bags. How much will I be charged?

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- Jarrod West January 28, 2021
  
  Hi Patrice,
  
  Where will you be flying? What type of ticket did you purchase? Are your two other bags checked bags and under the weight limit?
  
  The answers to those questions will help me determine how much you can expect to be charged.
  
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Marjorie Williams August 12, 2021

My suitcase measures 30 x 20 x 10. Is this size suitcase ok for travel on an international flight?

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- Jarrod West August 17, 2021
  
  Hi Marjorie,
  
  Yes, that suitcase should be perfectly fine for an international flight. Safe travels!
  
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Muchelle August 15, 2021

How many checked bags are allowed free for first class passengers?

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- Jarrod West August 16, 2021
  
  Hi Muchelle,
  
  You should be able to check 2 bags for free.
  
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Nicola S Williams August 27, 2021

My mom has a personal bag, a carry-on, and two 50lb check bags. How much will she be charged at the airport? I purchased a classic ticket.

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- Jarrod West August 31, 2021
  
  Hi Nicola,
  
  She should only need to pay $40 for her second checked bag.
  
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BB November 15, 2021

From what I read and see there is no longer any flight with FREE checked luggage! If you compare the prices the payment for the supposedly FREE first checked bag is included in the ticket price. So CA should stop giving false information and just say we are charging a fee for all checked luggage. Disappointed Customer.

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charmaine November 24, 2021

If my carry on is just one pound over would I be charged?

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- Jarrod West November 29, 2021
  
  Hi Charmaine,
  
  If they weigh your carry-on bag then yes you likely will be charged if it is overweight.
  
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- Abigail Francois March 13, 2022
  
  Is an infant allowed a baby bag along with a carry-on? Or only a carry-on?
  
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  - Katie Seemann March 15, 2022
    
    Hi Abigail,
    Infants are permitted 1 carry-on bag not exceeding 22 pounds (10 kg). A baby bag counts as a carry-on.
    
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Ashley December 15, 2021

Is a 32 inches duffle bag/50 pounds of clothes allowed instead of a suitcase?

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- Jarrod West December 15, 2021
  
  Hi Ashley,
  
  As long as it does not exceed the allowable baggage dimensions then it should be fine.
  
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Grace Stapleton December 27, 2021

How can I tell what type of ticket I paid for?

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- Jarrod West December 28, 2021
  
  Hi Grace,
  
  When you log in to your account and click manage booking it should tell you what fare class you’ve booked.
  
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E.Greenham January 9, 2022

Are the above rates in TT or US?

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- Jarrod West January 10, 2022
  
  Hi E,
  
  They are in US dollars.
  
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Christina January 17, 2022

If I carry a hand luggage plus a duffel bag for an international flight, would I be charged?

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- Jarrod West January 18, 2022
  
  Hi Christina,
  
  If the duffle bag can fit underneath the seat in front of you as your personal item, then you should not be charged extra.
  
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crystal January 30, 2022

If you purchased a lite ticket online could you pay for a checked bag a the airport?

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- Jarrod West January 31, 2022
  
  Hi Crystal,
  
  Yes, you can pay for a checked bag at the airport.
  
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latchmi March 14, 2022

My aunt is a senior (67 yrs old), how many free bags she is allowed?

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- Jarrod West March 14, 2022
  
  Hi Latchmi,
  
  As far as I know, seniors do not receive additional free checked bags on Caribbean Airlines.
  
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Shauna April 10, 2022

If I carry a personal bag, a backpack, and a checked bag, what is the cost?

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- Jarrod West April 11, 2022
  
  Hi Shauna,
  
  Where are you flying to and from?
  
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  - Shauna April 12, 2022
    
    From Trinidad and Tobago to the Us
    
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    - Jarrod West April 12, 2022
      
      Hi Shauna,
      
      If you purchased a classic economy ticket, then there should be no charge for your baggage. If you purchased an economy lite ticket, then there should be a $30 charge for your checked bag.
      
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Felicia Philomina Sukra July 9, 2022

Hi, I traveled on the 25th of June 2022, from Georgetown to New York. I want to know what the baggage requirements are? I had my carry-on which is 22 pounds and another which was 50 pounds, and I had to pay for my 50 pounds. Isn’t it free with the carry-on allowance included in my ticket fee? I need to know if I have to get a refund. Thank you.

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- Katie Seemann July 11, 2022
  
  Hi Felicia,
  You’re allowed 1 personal item and 1 carry-on up to 22 pounds. Was your 50-pound bag checked luggage? The maximum weight for checked bags is 50 lbs so if it was right on the edge you definitely could have gotten charged depending on the gate agent. It may be worth an email to the airlines to see if they’ll refund the charge, but it sounds like it might be legitimate. Good luck!
  
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Caribbean Airlines Baggage Fees and Policy (And Tips To Cover the Expenses)