China Southern Airlines baggage allowance & fees

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China Southern Airlines — Baggage allowance

China Southern Airlines baggage allowances vary by route and cabin; the table below shows the general standard (always confirm against the official rules and your ticket conditions):

Excess baggage is most expensive at the airport — pre-purchasing online typically saves 30-50%. Power banks and lithium batteries must go in carry-on, never checked.

Special items: golf bags, skis and bicycles usually need advance notice and may carry separate fees; instruments can travel on a purchased seat or as oversize; strollers are generally free to the gate. Liquids in carry-on: max 100ml per container, 1L total.

Lost or damaged? File a PIR at the baggage service desk before leaving the hall and keep your boarding pass and bag tags — late reports make claims much harder.

Allowance at a glance

Domestic checkedDomestic economy 20kg (business 30kg, first 40kg).
International checkedUp to 2 x 23kg depending on route (2x23kg Americas, 1x23kg many Asia/Europe routes); max 158cm per piece.
Carry-onEconomy 1 piece, max 8kg (domestic often 5kg), 55x40x20cm; First/Business 2 pieces.

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Frequently asked questions

How are excess bags charged?

Fees vary by route, charged per kg or per piece; airport rates are the highest. Check and pre-pay online before you travel.

What cannot be checked in?

Power banks, spare lithium batteries, valuables and documents must be carried on; lighters and alcohol have specific limits — see the dangerous goods rules.

Is baggage through-checked on connections?

On a single China Southern Airlines ticket bags are normally checked through; separate tickets or mixed carriers usually require re-check at the connection — allow time.

Can I claim for delayed bags?

On international itineraries the Montreal Convention covers necessary expenses (keep receipts); domestic claims follow the carrier’s conditions. A filed PIR is the prerequisite.