Canaryfly Baggage Policy: Carry-On, Checked & Excess Rules

Canaryfly baggage rules require passengers to plan around regional turboprop aircraft. Canaryfly permits one personal item placed under the seat and one cabin bag weighing up to 6 kg, with approximate dimensions of 45 × 35 × 25 cm. Basic promotional fares exclude checked luggage, while standard and flexible fares include one checked bag up to 20 kg. Excess weight incurs per-kilogram airport fees.

At a glance

Baggage Allowance Snapshot

Canaryfly includes one personal item and one 6 kg carry-on bag for all passengers. Checked baggage allowances range from zero to one 20 kg bag depending on your fare class.

Personal item 1 included Must fit under the seat in front

Cabin baggage 1 piece up to 6 kg Approx. 45 × 35 × 25 cm on ATR 72 fleet

Basic / Promo checked bag 0 kg (Not included) Hold luggage requires a separate fee

Standard / Plus checked bag 1 piece up to 20 kg Included in ticket price

Flex / Premium checked bag 1 piece up to 20 kg Included in ticket price

Maximum checked dimensions 158 cm total Length + width + height combined

Absolute weight limit 32 kg per piece European occupational safety maximum

Resident discount scope 75% on bundled fares Does not subsidize standalone excess baggage

What can change: Fare class, flight capacity on ATR 72 aircraft, sports equipment dimensions, and promotional booking conditions.

Measurement guide

Baggage Size Visual

Use the airline's stated order of dimensions. Measurements include wheels, handles, and side pockets when placed in airport sizing frames.

45 cm 35 cm 25 cm

Visual guide - not to scale. Use the published numerical limit as the controlling rule.

Source check

Official Source Verification

Baggage rules can vary by fare, cabin, route, operating carrier, traveler status, and purchase channel. BaggageBase separates published rules from practical guidance.

Official source Canaryfly Conditions of Carriage & Passenger Guide

Source type Airline conditions of carriage and booking portal rules

Policy scope Inter-island routes within the Canary Islands archipelago

Last checked 2026 - verification required

Confidence Medium

Important caveat Regional turboprop overhead lockers fill quickly; baggage allowances differ from mainland Spanish carriers

The ATR 72 Operational Reality

Canaryfly operates flights exclusively across the Canary Islands using twin-engine ATR 72 turboprop aircraft. This fleet connects Gran Canaria, Tenerife North, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, and El Hierro.

Flying on an ATR 72 is very different from flying on a commercial narrowbody jet. These turboprops have a smaller fuselage, shallow overhead bins, and compact cargo compartments.

Because of these aircraft specifications, Canaryfly manages baggage under three specific operating conditions:

• Strict cabin weight limits: ATR overhead bins cannot support heavy hard-shell bags. The airline enforces a 6 kg limit, which is lower than the typical limits seen on larger jetliners. Review our guide to international carry-on weight limits to understand how turboprop restrictions compare to larger carriers.
• Delivery at aircraft steps: When overhead compartments fill up, airport ground staff tag carry-on bags at the boarding gate or on the tarmac. Your bag travels in the aircraft cargo hold and is handed back to you at the plane steps when you land.
• Cargo door limitations: The cargo doors on ATR 72 aircraft are smaller than jet cargo holds. Oversized items, rigid travel cases, and extra-long surfboards cannot always clear the door opening.

Canaryfly Carry-On & Personal Item Rules

Canaryfly allows all ticketed passengers to bring two items into the cabin: one personal item and one piece of cabin hand luggage.

Personal Item Guidelines

Your personal item must fit completely under the seat in front of you:

• Accepted items include handbags, small shoulder bags, compact camera cases, or slim laptop pouches.
• Backpacks must be small and flat. Large daypacks that do not sit completely under the seat must travel in the overhead locker and count as your main cabin bag.
• Passengers seated in emergency exit rows cannot store items on the floor during taxi, takeoff, or landing. All items must go into the overhead lockers.

Cabin Bag Guidelines & Weight Enforcement

Canaryfly limits your primary cabin bag to 6 kg. Boarding agents at island airports check bags for weight and size:

• Dimensions include exterior parts: The 45 × 35 × 25 cm limit includes wheels, handles, and filled external pockets.
• Soft bags work better than hard shells: Soft duffel bags and flexible canvas packs fit into the curved shape of ATR overhead lockers much more easily than rigid rolling cases.
• Overweight carry-on items: If your cabin bag weighs more than 6 kg or fails the airport sizing frame, agents will check it into the hold. You may be charged an airport hold fee if your ticket does not already include checked luggage.

Checked Baggage Allowance by Fare Type

Canaryfly sells tickets under tiered fare families. Your ticket category determines whether checked luggage is included or requires an extra purchase.

Standard Checked Luggage Limits

When checked baggage is included with your fare or added to your reservation:

• Weight allowance: 20 kg per bag.
• Maximum size: 158 cm total linear dimensions (Length + Width + Height).
• Maximum safe weight: Spanish and European safety laws prohibit any single bag from weighing more than 32 kg. Bags over 32 kg must be shipped through an air cargo service.

Canary Resident Discount Rules

Permanent residents of the Canary Islands receive a 75% Spanish government travel subsidy on inter-island flights:

• Included baggage: If you book a subsidized resident fare that bundles a 20 kg checked bag, the 75% discount applies to the total bundled ticket price.
• Extra baggage fees: If you buy a basic ticket without luggage and add a checked bag later, the 75% resident discount generally does not apply to standalone baggage fees or overweight charges. Always choose a fare that includes checked luggage during your initial booking.

Excess, Overweight, and Oversized Baggage Fees

If your luggage exceeds weight or piece limits, Canaryfly charges extra fees at the airport. Regional fees are updated periodically, so you should verify current amounts in the booking engine before you fly.

Official verification required for current airport tariffs.

Special Luggage, Sports Equipment & Musical Instruments

The Canary Islands are a popular destination for outdoor water sports, but transporting large gear on an ATR 72 requires careful planning.

Surfboards, Windsurfing & Kitesurf Equipment

• Advance booking required: Aircraft cargo space on regional turboprops is limited. You must register sports equipment when booking your flight.
• Length limits: The cargo door on an ATR 72 can rarely fit boards longer than 1.80 to 2.00 meters. Always confirm your equipment dimensions with the airline before arriving at the airport.
• Packing requirements: Remove all fins and pack boards inside padded travel covers. Canaryfly does not accept liability for fragile equipment packed in soft wrappers.
• Special equipment fee: Sports gear is charged as an extra item per flight leg (typically €30 to €50 each way; official verification required).

Bicycles

• Bicycles must have the pedals removed, handlebars turned sideways, and tires deflated.
• Pack the bicycle securely inside a hard travel case or reinforced cardboard box.
• The total packed weight must remain below 32 kg.

Musical Instruments

• In the cabin: Small instruments such as violins, ukuleles, or flutes can be carried instead of your main cabin bag if they weigh 6 kg or less.
• Extra seat: For larger instruments such as cellos or guitars that you do not want to check into the hold, you must purchase an additional passenger seat in advance.
• In the hold: Any instrument checked into the cargo hold must be packed in a rigid, hard-shell flight case.

Inter-Island vs. Mainland Connections

Many travelers visit the Canary Islands by flying from mainland Spain before transferring to a Canaryfly flight. How you book your tickets affects your luggage allowances.

Connecting on Separate Tickets

If you fly to Tenerife or Gran Canaria on a mainland airline such as Iberia or Vueling and book Canaryfly on an independent ticket:

• Stricter limits apply on Canaryfly: Iberia permits 10 kg carry-on bags and Vueling standard checked bags start at 25 kg. Canaryfly lowers your limit to 6 kg for cabin bags and 20 kg for checked bags.
• Re-checking is required: You must pick up your luggage from the main arrivals carousel, exit to the public departures area, and check in again at the Canaryfly desk.
• Pack for the smaller flight: Pack your bags to meet Canaryfly's 6 kg cabin and 20 kg checked weight limits from the start to avoid unexpected repacking or excess fees during your connection.

Connecting on Through-Tickets

If your entire itinerary is issued as a single ticket through an airline partnership or interline agreement:

• Check the baggage allowance printed on your electronic ticket. Under international ticketing standards (IATA Resolution 302), your long-haul allowance often applies to connecting flights.
• Cabin space is always limited by the plane: Even if your international ticket allows a heavier carry-on, Canaryfly gate agents must enforce the 6 kg cabin weight limit for ATR 72 aircraft balance and safety.

Step-by-Step Traveler Process

Step 1: Booking Your Ticket

Choose your fare class based on how much you need to pack. If you require a checked suitcase, book a Plus or Flex ticket. Adding luggage during initial booking is significantly cheaper than paying at the airport counter. If you are traveling with a surfboard or bike, reserve sports space during checkout.

Step 2: Packing at Home

Weigh your carry-on bag to ensure it is under 6 kg. Use a soft duffel bag or flexible backpack rather than a rigid rolling suitcase. Liquids in carry-on bags must follow standard security rules: containers must be 100 ml or less and fit inside a clear, resealable 1-liter plastic bag.

Step 3: Checking In at the Airport

Canaryfly check-in desks open 90 minutes before flight departure and close promptly 45 minutes before takeoff. Drop off your checked suitcase and verify that it does not exceed 20 kg to avoid excess weight fees.

Step 4: Boarding the ATR 72

Walk to your departure gate. Ground staff will review your hand luggage. If the overhead bins are full, staff will place a "Delivery at Aircraft" tag on your carry-on bag. Walk out to the aircraft, hand your tagged bag to the ramp crew at the plane steps, and board the flight.

Step 5: Bag Collection on Arrival

When your flight lands, step onto the tarmac and collect your ramp-tagged carry-on bag directly from the ground crew by the aircraft stairs. If you checked a standard 20 kg suitcase, walk into the terminal building and collect it from the regional baggage belt.

Before you fly

Canaryfly Baggage Checklist

Use this pre-travel checklist before heading to any Canary Islands airport.

• Confirm your fare tier. Basic fares include zero checked bags, while Plus and Flex fares include one 20 kg bag.
• Weigh your hand luggage. Keep your primary carry-on bag at or below 6 kg to pass gate checks.
• Use soft-sided luggage. Soft bags compress into narrow ATR 72 overhead compartments much more easily than hard cases.
• Pre-book surfboards and sports gear. Cargo space on turboprop planes fills fast, and walk-up gear may be rejected.
• Bring resident identification documents. Have your Spanish DNI or NIE and municipal registration certificate ready if your automated resident discount check fails.
• Plan connection times carefully. Allow at least 90 to 120 minutes if self-connecting between mainland carriers and Canaryfly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the carry-on baggage weight limit on Canaryfly?

Canaryfly limits your main carry-on bag to a maximum of 6 kg with approximate dimensions of 45 × 35 × 25 cm. Passengers can also bring one small personal item, such as a purse or small laptop pouch, that fits entirely under the seat in front.

Why is Canaryfly's cabin baggage allowance lower than mainland airlines?

Canaryfly operates regional ATR 72 turboprop aircraft. The overhead storage lockers on these planes are significantly smaller and have lower structural load limits than the bins on Airbus or Boeing jets. For more details on airline hand luggage rules, read our overview of carry-on weight limits.

What happens if my carry-on bag does not fit into the overhead locker?

If your carry-on bag meets size limits but cannot fit inside the cabin locker, ground handlers will gate-check the bag. On Canaryfly, this is handled via a Delivery at Aircraft procedure: ground staff tag the bag at the plane steps, load it into the hold for free, and hand it back on the tarmac upon arrival.

Is checked luggage free on Canaryfly flights?

Checked luggage is only included if you purchase a Plus or Flex fare, which comes with one checked bag up to 20 kg. If you purchase an entry-level Basic promotional fare, checked baggage is not included and must be added for an extra fee.

Does the 75% Canary Resident discount apply to extra luggage fees?

The resident discount applies to bundled tickets where checked baggage is part of the initial fare price. Standalone excess weight fees or optional luggage added after booking are generally charged at full price and do not receive the 75% discount.

Can I bring a surfboard on Canaryfly?

Yes, but sports equipment is subject to space availability in the ATR 72 cargo hold and requires an extra fee. Surfboard bags should generally be under 2 meters in length to clear regional cargo doors, and you must reserve sports gear in advance.

How much does Canaryfly charge for overweight baggage?

Baggage exceeding the standard 20 kg checked limit is charged per extra kilogram up to a maximum weight of 32 kg. Fees typically range from €3 to €5 per kilogram (official verification required for current rates). Bags over 32 kg cannot fly as standard baggage.

Can I combine baggage allowances when traveling with a companion?

Canaryfly evaluates checked baggage per individual item and passenger ticket. Even when traveling together on the same booking, each bag must stay within its 20 kg limit to avoid overweight fees.

Baggage policies, fees, and operational limits can vary based on your route, ticket type, and booking channel. The operating airline's official rules and conditions of carriage always take precedence.