What is Malaysia Airlines's personal item size limit?

Malaysia Airlines allows a personal item up to 36 × 25 × 25 cm.

Is there a weight limit for cabin bags on Malaysia Airlines?

The reference allowance lists a cabin bag weight limit of 7 kg. Confirm the limit shown on your booking before travel.

Does Malaysia Airlines's baggage allowance change by fare?

Yes. Malaysia Airlines has multiple published fare or option allowances. Select the option that matches your booking when using the checker.

Do wheels and handles count in Malaysia Airlines's bag dimensions?

Measure the complete packed bag, including wheels, handles and external pockets. The bag may need to fit fully inside an airport sizer.

Airline baggage guide

Malaysia Airlines baggage allowance guide

Compare Malaysia Airlines's personal-item, cabin and checked-baggage rules, review fare options, then test your own measurements before you reach the airport.

Personal item

36 × 25 × 25 cm

Cabin bag

56 × 36 × 23 cm

Max weight: 7 kg

Checked baggage

Under 158 cm total

Max weight: 23 kg

Oversized and specialist baggage

Malaysia Airlines applies separate rules to sports equipment, mobility items and other specialist baggage. Booking, fees, packaging and weight limits can vary by item.

View oversized baggage guide

Allowance by fare or option

Fare or option	Description	Personal item	Cabin bag	Checked baggage	Weight guidance
Economy	Allowance varies by booking option.	36 × 25 × 25 cm	56 × 36 × 23 cm	Not published	Cabin: 7 kg
Economy standard piece where included	Allowance varies by booking option.	Not listed	Not listed	Under 158 cm total	Checked: 23 kg
Business / Business Suite standard piece	Allowance varies by booking option.	Not listed	Not listed	Under 158 cm total	Checked: 32 kg

Your selected fare or add-on may change what is included. Use the checker option that matches your booking.

Check your bag against Malaysia Airlines

Before you fly with Malaysia Airlines

Official Malaysia Airlines Personal, Cabin and standard checked-baggage contracts verified 1 August 2026. Weight-concept totals remain ticket-authoritative.

Your Malaysia Airlines allowance varies by fare or purchased option. Match the checker selection to your booking.

Airline staff may require the bag to fit completely inside a rigid airport sizer.

Malaysia Airlines baggage allowance summary

Use this quick guide to compare your bag against Malaysia Airlines's published cabin bag and personal item limits. The WillitFit checker is designed to help travellers spot oversize bags before they reach the gate.

Cabin bag size: 56 × 36 × 23 cm; Weight limit: 7 kg
Personal item size: 36 × 25 × 25 cm; Usually stored under the seat in front.

Before you pack

Measure the packed bag, not the empty manufacturer size. Bulging pockets, handles and wheels can affect whether the bag fits the sizer.

At the airport

Keep documents, liquids and electronics easy to reach so you do not need to open and repack your bag during security or boarding.

If your bag is close

A close result means there may be little tolerance. Use the checker, reduce soft contents where possible, and confirm the latest rules with the airline.