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South African Airways

South African Airways is a Star Alliance member airline with destinations worldwide. Read below for information about their carry on baggage policies.

Updated April 2023

Headquarters Country: South Africa

Website: https://www.flysaa.com/manage-fly/baggage/hand-baggage

Number of hand baggage items allowed:

  • Economy Class: 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item
  • Business Class: 2 cabin bag + 1 personal item

Maximum allowed in imperial: (converted)

  • H x W x D = 22 x 14 x 9 in
  • Weight (economy) = 17.6 lbs
  • Weight (business) = 17.6 lbs per piece

Maximum allowed in metric: (official)

  • H x W x D = 56 x 36 x 23 cm
  • Weight (economy) = 8 kg
  • Weight (business) = 8 kg per piece

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Ali is an expert at packing and loves to travel. On Travel Made Simple, she shares her best tips for packing less, dealing with layovers, planning travel itineraries, and more tips that will help you have the best vacation. Originally from the US, she now lives in Berlin, Germany with her husband and their adorable Yorkie.