Airline Info
Founded1988
HeadquartersShanghai, China
Fleet Size750+ aircraft
Destinations180+
Alliance
SkyTeam
Hub Airports
- Shanghai PudongPVG
- Shanghai HongqiaoSHA
- Beijing DaxingPKX
Book with Confidence
FareCare protection included
Transparent all-in pricing
Real-time fare verification
24/7 disruption support
Baggage Policy
Updated 2026-01-04
Carry-On
55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.6 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
Max: 8 kg Economy, 10 kg Business/First
Personal Item
Included (handbag, laptop bag)
Checked Baggage
Size: 158 cm (62 in) linear total
Weight: 23 kg (50 lbs) Economy, 32 kg (70 lbs) Business/First
| Type | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| carry on | Included | Included |
| first checked | 20 kg free (Economy) | 2 bags × 23kg (Standard/Flex Economy) |
| second checked | 1.5% of Economy fare × kg | 1,000-3,000 CNY (~$140-$420 USD) per extra piece |
| overweight | 1.5% of Economy fare per kg | CNY 1,000+ depending on weight |
| oversized | Per piece fee | ~$165 USD (158-203cm), ~$445 USD (over 203cm) |
Economy: 1 bag 8kg. Business/First: 2 bags 10kg each.
Basic Economy may have NO free checked bag. Business: 2 × 32kg. Prepaid 'Wild Your Baggage' available up to 6 hours before.
Fare Classes & Policies
Basic Economy
Carry-on
Changes: Not allowed
Refundable: No
Reduced or no free baggage on some routes.
Economy
Carry-on
2 bags
Changes: Varies by fare rule
Refundable: No
2 bags × 23kg on most international routes.
Business Class
Carry-on
2 bags
Changes: Allowed
Refundable: Yes
2 bags × 32kg, lie-flat seats, lounge access.
First Class
Carry-on
3 bags
Changes: Allowed
Refundable: Yes
3 bags × 32kg, private suite, premium dining.
Free Change Window
24 hours from booking from booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers based on China Eastern Airlines's official policies (Updated: 2026-01-04)