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Aeromexico Baggage Fees: Avoid Paying With These 5 Tips

Checked bags cost extra with Main Cabin tickets, so consider these alternative ways to save.

By Robin Kavanagh
and Mary Beth Eastman

Edited by Gabriela Walsh

Updated Dec. 19, 2024

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway to Cancun, an epic adventure in Argentina, or a bucket-list trip to Paris, Aeromexico may be a good choice for your flight. As Mexico's flagship airline, based in Mexico City, Aeromexico Airlines flies to destinations all over North America and offers international routes to Europe and Asia.

Depending on where you’re off to, you may need to check a bag or two when flying Aeromexico. Here’s a look at what to expect and some ways to get around shelling out cash to stow your bags.

What’s Aeromexico’s baggage policy?

Aeromexico allows for one carry-on bag and one personal item (such as a purse or laptop bag). For checked bags, the airline’s baggage allowances and costs are based on:

Where you’re traveling to and from
The type of ticket you have
Whether it’s the low season or high season
How much the bag weighs
Whether you have an Aeromexico Card
When you purchase your excess baggage

	Flights inside Mexico	Flights to or from the U.S.	Flights to or from other countries
Main cabin	Up to one free checked bag (depending on fare type)	$30 for one bag	Varies; starting at $42 for one checked bag
Clase premier	Two free checked bags	Two free checked bags	Varies; starting at $74 for two checked bags

Flights inside Mexico

Main cabin: Up to one free checked bag (depending on fare type)

Clase Premier: Two free checked bags

Aeromexico domestic flights beginning and ending in Mexico allow for one free checked piece of baggage with an AM Plus ticket and two free bags with a Clase Premier ticket. Basic and Classic fares can get a 25% discount on checked bags.

Flights to and from Mexico and USA

Main cabin: $30 for one bag

Clase Premier: Two free checked bags

A main cabin flight from the USA to Mexico doesn’t include any free checked bags.

If you choose this fare, your first checked bag will cost you $35 USD, the second will be $45, and the third will be $180. Any additional pieces of luggage can be checked for $200 USD each.

If you were to purchase a Clase Premier ticket for the same flight, you’d be able to check two bags for free. Additional bags could also be checked for the same fees listed above.

Flights with other origins or destinations

The fees for additional bags will vary depending on your departure and arrival locations, as well as your fare. Prices start at $42 ($47 during the high season) for one checked bag on flights to or from Canada and go up from there.

Tip

The Aeromexico website has a tool to help you figure out your baggage allowance for your specific trip. Check where you’re flying from and your destination to see how many bags you can bring for free, how many will have charges, and what weight limitations you may have.

5 ways to avoid checked bag fees on Aeromexico flights

If you’re not loving the sound of these baggage fees, don’t worry. There are a few ways to get around having to pay for your bags on an Aeromexico flight.

1. Only pack a carry-on

This may be an obvious strategy, but it’s also an effective one. If you find yourself booked for a flight that will have you paying $35 or more per bag, start thinking about what you really need to bring with you.

Leave bulky items and toiletries, such as shampoo and conditioner, at home and pack clothing pieces that can pull double-duty. Economize your space well, and you can save yourself from having to check any bags at all.

2. Join Aeromexico Rewards

Aeromexico’s customer loyalty program is called Aeromexico Rewards. You earn 8 points per dollar when you fly and shop with Aeromexico co-branded cards.

When you accumulate enough points, you can redeem them for additional checked bags, as well as to book travel or purchase flight upgrades.

3. Buy a premium ticket

As mentioned above, baggage fees will depend on where you’re flying and what class of ticket you’ve purchased. Basic economy and some Main Cabin tickets only include carry-on privileges, but most Clase Premier fares come with at least one free checked bag.

If you know you’ll check one or more bags, do the math and see if purchasing a higher-class ticket could offer savings on baggage fees.

4. Transfer credit card points

Aeromexico has partnerships that allow customers to transfer points from select cards to Aeromexico Rewards. You could transfer points from a rewards credit card you already hold to your Aeromexico Rewards account, then use those points to pay for your bags.

For example, Aeromexico is an Amex transfer partner. So you could earn American Express Membership Rewards with a valuable rewards card like the American Express^® Gold Card and then use those to cover bag fees with Aeromexico.

Aeromexico is also partnered with other rewards programs like Citi ThankYou Points, Capital One miles, Delta SkyMiles, and Marriott Bonvoy. All of these programs also have credit cards associated with them, so you can earn points on spending and transfer them. You'll want to compare credit cards to find the best one for your needs.

5. Use a travel credit card

Travel cards can offer great options for getting around baggage fees. For example, if you hold the Chase Sapphire Reserve^®, you can receive up to $300 in annual travel credits, which you can use to reimburse yourself for Aeromexico baggage fees.

Check out some of the best travel credit cards to find one that works for you.

Other Aeromexico baggage rules to keep in mind

While you’re deciding your baggage strategy for your next Aeromexico flight, don’t forget to factor in these other considerations.

Carry-on limits

Carry-on bags must be no more than 21.5 inches x 15.7 inches x 10 inches per piece. The allowed weight varies based on your fare and destination:

Basic fare: 22 lbs. combined
Classic, AM Plus, Chase Premier fares: 33 lbs. combined on flights within Mexico
International flights: 22 lbs. for all fares

Checked bag limits

Checked bags should have max linear dimensions of 62 inches, and there will also be a maximum weight allowed. Weight limits depend on flight origin, destination, and ticket class. For example:

Main Cabin Ticket from U.S. to Central America: 50 pounds
Clase Premier Ticket from U.S. to Central America: 70 pounds
Main Cabin Ticket from the Caribbean to South America: 50 pounds
Clase Premier Ticket from the Caribbean to South America: 70 pounds

Travelers with infants

Allowances for travelers with infants depend on where you’re flying from and to. For example, flights from the U.S. to Mexico allow one bag and two additional items, such as a stroller, diaper bag, or bassinet. Flights within Mexico only allow two items in total.

Oversized baggage

Bags that are larger than the allowed weight and dimensions are charged based on weight, volume, and both origin and destination. Musical instruments and sports equipment that fall within the dimensions allowed for carry-on can be brought into the cabin as part of your carry-on allowance.

Larger instruments or equipment can be checked for $75 for flights within Mexico and $150 for all other flights. Their site also mentions that there will be a cost increase for excess baggage and sports equipment during the high season.

Liquids

Liquids in your carry-on must be in three-ounce containers and fit within one clear, transparent, resealable one-quart plastic bag.

Valuables

Aeromexico recommends that items of value (jewelry, art, documents, etc.), fragile items, electronics, medicines, and perishables be packed in carry-on baggage. Smart bags with removable batteries are checked at both the counter and the gate and may be allowed on board with the battery taken out.

Medical devices

Wheelchairs, crutches, orthopedic devices needed for travel, medications, syringes, and oxygen concentrators are allowed in the plane cabin, though some may require medical documentation. Wheelchairs with built-in batteries will need to be checked, however.

Prohibited items

Prohibited items include hoverboards, firearms or ammunition, Samsung Galaxy Note7 tablets, flammable items of any kind, enamel paints, acids, and corrosives. Check out the complete list of restricted items.

FAQs

What does Aeromexico charge for bags?

The fees for carry-on and checked baggage on Aeromexico depend on your route and class. If you’re flying from the U.S. to Mexico in the main cabin, you’ll get two free carry-ons with your ticket. Your first checked bag will cost $35, and your second checked bag will cost $45. Additional baggage costs more per bag.

How much baggage is allowed on Aeromexico?

Baggage allowances on Aeromexico vary by route and class. If you are flying from the U.S. to Mexico in the main cabin, you are allowed two carry-on bags. All checked baggage will cost extra.

You can bring up to 10 checked bags, but the more you bring, the more you’ll pay, and starting with the eighth bag, your luggage will be checked as cargo. Clase Premier passengers get two checked bags free.

Does Aeromexico have free baggage?

When you fly from the U.S. to Mexico on Aeromexico in the main cabin, you’ll get two carry-on bags included free of charge. Clase Premier passengers get two free checked bags in addition.

A great travel rewards card, such as the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, can help you enjoy free checked bags without paying for first-class seats. Either use your Capital One miles to receive a statement credit toward the fees or transfer your Capital One points to your Aeromexico Rewards account and increase your status level.

How much is the overweight baggage fee on Aeromexico?

Baggage weighing over 50 pounds will incur an additional charge. For flights from the U.S. to Mexico, bags up to 70 pounds will cost $100 extra, while bags between 71-99 pounds cost $200 extra. Bags weighing more than 99 pounds must be sent as cargo.

How early can I check my bags on Aeromexico?

You can pay for your baggage by logging into your booking on the website or app any time after booking. You’ll likely save money by paying for your baggage before you get to the airport.

Bottom line

Traveling these days can be expensive, but there are also more options than ever to keep your fees down and even earn rewards in the process. Knowing what to expect and where there are opportunities to save can help you make great choices when you’re booking travel and planning what to pack.

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