So can I prepay baggage on Air Canada? And how to pay for luggage on Air Canada online?
Air Canada, the largest airline of Canada, is known for its efficiency and reliable services, and understanding the process and benefits of prepaying baggage with them will help you save time, money, and make your travel easy and hassle-free.
In this post, we will find out if you can prepay baggage fees on Air Canada and how to do so. In addition, we will display all the airline baggage fees, checked baggage, and extra baggage.
Without further ado, let’s dive right in.
TL;DR
- You can prepay for checked baggage online or through the Air Canada mobile app.
- Online check-in and baggage payment open 24 hours before your flight.
- Cash payments may not be accepted at some U.S. airports.
- First checked bag: $30 USD / $34.49 CAD.
- Second checked bag: $50 USD / $57.49 CAD.
- Extra or overweight bags cost between $100 and $265, depending on the route.
- You can also pay at airport kiosks, but it’s faster and easier online.
- Paying online helps you save time and avoid airport stress.
Can You Prepay For Checked Baggage On Air Canada?
Yes, Air Canada allows passengers to pay for baggage online via the mobile app or on their website, starting 24 hours before the flight departure when you check in for your flight.
Here’s how you can prepay baggage on Air Canada:
- Log in to the My Trips area on the Air Canada Website.
- Check in from 24 hours before your flight up until the check-in deadline and prepay for baggage and purchase other travel options.
- Print your boarding pass at home or when you arrive at the airport, or send it to your mobile phone, email, or SMS.
- Put a luggage tag on your baggage at the airport and head to the baggage drop-off.
You can also download and log in to the Air Canada mobile app on the Play Store or Apple Store.
Please note that you can’t pay in cash in some airports (like Air Canada airport counters in the United States), so you want to make sure you bring another form of payment and prepay for your luggage on the airline app or website.
How Much Is It To Check A Bag On Air Canada?
Checked baggage fees on Air Canada depend on your destination, travel class, and routes.
But, prices between the U.S. and Canada range between Air Canada’s (AC) standard checked baggage / hold luggage fees for Canada domestic, to/from the U.S., and to/from the Caribbean flights as follows:
- First bag: $30.00 USD / $34.49 CAD
- Second bag: $50.00 USD / $57.49 CAD
Here is a trip on Air Canada between Vancouver and New York:
- From: Vancouver (YVR)
- To: New York (JFK)
Can I add baggage after booking on Air Canada and Is it Cheaper than the airport?
Ashuman asked Air Canada if he could pay for checked baggage in advance (for an economy basic flight UK to Canada) or if the only option is to pay at the airport.
And according to Customer Service (Max), the fees will be the same as paying online or at the airport. However, with other airlines, paying for luggage online is usually much cheaper than at the airport.
Can I Buy Prepaid Baggage At The Airport?
Yes, you can buy baggage at the airport at a Self-Service Kiosk within the 12-hour period prior to departure, and:
- At least 45 minutes prior to departure for flights within Canada.
- At least 60 minutes before departure for flights between Canada and other countries (including the U.S.).
Print your boarding pass or have it sent to your mobile device.
Tag any checked bags, then proceed to Baggage Drop-off.
Air Canada Extra Baggage Fee
| Routes | Fees |
| Travel within Canada | –Overweight or oversized bag: $105.00 – $115.00Overweight and oversized bag: $105.00 – $115.00 (single fee) –Additional bag: $105.00 – $115.0 –No overweight or oversize fee applies to an additional bag for which the additional bag fee of $105.00 – $115.00 is paid. |
| Travel Between Canada and the U.S. | –Overweight or oversized bag: $100.00 – $105.00Overweight and oversized bag: $100.00 – $105.00 (single fee) –Additional bag: $100.00 – $105.00No overweight or oversize fee applies to an additional bag for which the additional bag fee of $100.00 – $105.00 is paid. |
| Travel between the U.S. and Mexico/Costa Rica/Caribbean/Bermuda | –Overweight or oversized bag: $100.00 – $118.00 –Overweight and oversized bag: $100.00 – $118.00 (single fee) –Additional bag: $225.00 – $265.50 –No overweight or oversize fee applies to an additional bag for which the additional bag fee of $225.00 – $265.50 is paid. |
| Travel between Canada and other international destinations | –Overweight or oversized bag: $100.00 – $118.00 –Overweight and oversized bag: $100.00 – $118.00 (single fee) –Additional bag: $225.00 – $265.50 –No overweight or oversize fee applies to an additional bag for which the additional bag fee of $225.00 – $265.50 is paid. |
How Do I Avoid Baggage Fees On Air Canada?
The best way to avoid paying baggage fees on Air Canada is to pack light.
Packing only carry-on is the best way to avoid sneaky luggage charges on any airline. But if you are traveling with many bags and have no choice, there are other ways to reduce the cost of baggage:
- Join the loyalty program. Air Canada has a unique loyalty program.
- Buy a premium ticket.
- Bring your military documentation.
- Use a travel card.
Final Thoughts: Can I Prepay Baggage On Air Canada?
Paying for your luggage on Air Canada’s website or app is quick and easy.
Make sure to purchase your luggage online if you are planning to travel with multiple luggage items.
It is always cheaper to pay for your items online while checking in than at the airport.
I hope this guide on how to pay for your luggage on Air Canada helps.
Happy travels.
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