South African Airways baggage allowance (2026): cabin & checked

South African Airways economy: 1 carry-on up to 8 kg (56 × 36 × 23 cm) plus 1 personal item.

Cabin and checked baggage by fare class. Fees are shown as ranges — always confirm the exact figure with South African Airways.

Source: South African Airways official baggage policy

Economy

Cabin: 1 carry-on up to 8 kg (56 × 36 × 23 cm) plus 1 personal item.

Checked: 1 checked bag included, up to 20 kg (some routes 23 kg). Up to 3 pieces total with paid extras. Max 32 kg / 158 cm (confirm on flysaa.com).

Business / First

Cabin: 2 carry-ons up to 8 kg each plus 1 personal item.

Checked: 2 checked bags — Business up to 30 kg combined, First up to 40 kg combined, no single bag over 32 kg.