Air France Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and what makes it France’s flagship carrier with world-class cuisine.
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Boeing 747 at Frankfurt Airport
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Air France S.A. |
| Founded | 1933 |
| Headquarters | Tremblay-en-France, France |
| Alliance | SkyTeam (Air France-KLM Group) |
| Fleet Size | ~220 aircraft |
| Destinations | 200+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~50 million |
| Hub Airport | Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) |
| On-time Performance | ~76% |
| Skytrax Rating | 5-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
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Baggage Allowance
Air France includes a cabin bag on most fares — check your fare type for checked bag rules. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (most fares) | 55 × 35 × 25 cm |
| Weight limit | 12 kg |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy Light — no checked bag | Fee applies |
| Economy Classic — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Premium Economy — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business (La Première) — 3 × 32 kg | Included |
? Tip: Economy Light has no checked bag — upgrade to Classic for 1 × 23 kg. Compare total prices on Expedia before booking.
Cabin Classes
Four cabin classes — from Economy to the iconic La Première
- 1 × 23 kg bag (Classic+)
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- In-flight entertainment included
- French-inspired meals on long-haul
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- 96 cm seat pitch
- Enhanced French dining
- Priority boarding and check-in
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dining and complimentary cocktails
- Senator Lounge access (Frankfurt)
Fleet Overview
Air France operates a modern mixed Airbus and Boeing fleet. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A320neo taking off from Frankfurt
Route Network
Air France connects 200+ destinations worldwide via Paris Charles de Gaulle. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Paris CDG, Nice
- London, Amsterdam
- Frankfurt, Madrid
- Prague, Rome
- New York (JFK), Los Angeles
- Miami, Chicago
- São Paulo, Buenos Aires
- Mexico City, Bogotá
- Tokyo, Shanghai
- Singapore, Bangkok
- Delhi, Mumbai
- Seoul, Hong Kong
- Casablanca, Dakar
- Nairobi, Abidjan
- Tel Aviv, Dubai
- Lagos, Bamako
Pros and Cons
- ? Excellent French cuisine and wine — standout onboard
- ? Extensive African network — best among European carriers
- ?️ Lie-flat Business on all long-haul routes
- ✈️ Strong Paris CDG hub for global connections
- ? Part of Air France-KLM Group — wide partner network
- ⏰ Below-average punctuality for a European carrier — see our airline comparison
- ? Economy Light has no checked bag
- ? CDG connections can be stressful during disruptions
- ? Economy seat comfort average for long-haul
- ?️ Prone to strike disruptions (French labour relations)
Boeing 747-8 at Frankfurt gate
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