Aeromexico Checked Baggage: Allowances, Fees & Mexico Routes

Aeromexico is Mexico's flag carrier and a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance, operating domestic Mexican routes and international flights across North America, Central America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Aeromexico's baggage policy is more generous than many budget carriers — its standard Economy fare (Classic) typically includes one checked bag — but the rules vary by route, fare type, and Club Premier loyalty status. Understanding the full policy prevents surprises on US–Mexico cross-border routes, where US carrier assumptions about baggage fees may not apply.

Aeromexico Fare Classes and Checked Baggage

Aeromexico organizes its fares into several classes with different baggage inclusions:

Fare Class	Checked Bags Included	Weight Per Bag
Basic (Basica)	0 bags	—
Classic (Clasica)	1 bag	25 kg
Flexible (Flexible)	1 bag	25 kg
AM Plus (Economy Plus)	2 bags	25 kg
Business	2 bags	32 kg

Basic fare is Aeromexico's no-frills option, typically available on select promotions. It includes no checked baggage. A carry-on bag and personal item are included.

Classic fare is the standard Economy offering and includes one checked bag at 25 kg. This is the fare most passengers encounter when booking a normal Aeromexico Economy ticket.

Flexible fare includes the same baggage as Classic but adds flexible change and cancellation options.

AM Plus provides two checked bags at 25 kg each, along with a premium Economy seat with more legroom. It is Aeromexico's Economy Plus product.

Business class includes two checked bags with a higher weight limit of 32 kg each.

Aeromexico Domestic Mexico: Checked Baggage

On domestic Mexican routes (Mexico City–Guadalajara, Mexico City–Cancun, Monterrey–Tijuana, and hundreds of other city pairs), Aeromexico's Classic fare includes one checked bag at 25 kg.

The 25 kg weight limit is more generous than the 23 kg standard used by most US and European carriers. This reflects Mexican travel norms, where passengers often travel with larger luggage volumes.

Carry-on allowance on domestic routes is one bag (55x40x25 cm, up to 10 kg) plus one personal item.

Aeromexico USA–Mexico Routes

On cross-border routes between the United States and Mexico — some of the busiest international routes Aeromexico operates — the baggage rules follow Aeromexico's standard fare-based policy:

• Classic fare: One checked bag at 25 kg included.
• Basic fare: No checked bag included; must purchase separately.

Key distinction from US carriers: Major US carriers (American, United, Delta) typically charge for all checked bags in Economy on US–Mexico routes. Aeromexico's Classic fare includes one bag, which can represent meaningful savings for travelers comparing total trip costs across airlines.

Cross-border practical tips:

1. If you booked your US–Mexico flight through a US carrier's codeshare with Aeromexico, the baggage rules that apply are typically those of the operating carrier (Aeromexico) when on an Aeromexico metal flight. Verify this at booking.
2. US customs pre-clearance in Mexico City (MEX) at Terminal 2 means arriving passengers returning to the US clear customs before boarding — plan for additional time when checking bags on the return.
3. Peso-denominated overweight fees at Mexican airports may look low in absolute terms but can be significant depending on the exchange rate. Fees are charged in Mexican pesos.

Aeromexico International Routes Beyond the Americas

On Aeromexico's longer-haul international routes to Europe (Madrid, Paris, Amsterdam), Asia (Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai), and South America:

• Classic Economy: One checked bag at 25 kg included.
• Business: Two checked bags at 32 kg each included.

Routes to Europe are operated by Aeromexico's widebody fleet, primarily Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The one-bag Classic allowance is consistent across these routes, making Aeromexico competitive with European carriers that include a checked bag in economy.

Club Premier: Aeromexico Loyalty Baggage Benefits

Club Premier is Aeromexico's frequent flyer program. Status members receive checked baggage benefits beyond the standard fare allowance:

Club Premier Status	Additional Baggage Benefit
Premier Plata (Silver)	1 additional checked bag
Premier Oro (Gold)	2 additional checked bags
Premier Titanio (Titanium)	3 additional checked bags

These additional bags are provided on top of the fare's included allowance. A Premier Oro member on a Classic fare effectively receives two checked bags at 25 kg each (one from the fare + one from status), without paying an additional bag fee.

Companion benefits: Club Premier status benefits apply to the status member's reservation. Companions on the same booking may or may not receive the same benefit depending on the specific fare and status level — verify the current policy for your status tier on the Club Premier website.

SkyTeam Alliance Baggage Recognition

As a SkyTeam member, Aeromexico recognizes the checked baggage benefits of SkyTeam Elite Plus status holders from other alliance airlines:

• SkyTeam Elite Plus (equivalent to Delta Diamond/Platinum, Air France/KLM Gold/Platinum, Korean Air Prestige, etc.) receive an additional checked bag on Aeromexico flights, consistent with the SkyTeam recognition standard.
• SkyTeam Elite (Silver tier) may receive a priority boarding benefit but typically not additional baggage on Aeromexico.

For Delta SkyMiles holders with Diamond or Platinum Medallion status, Aeromexico codeshare flights count toward the Delta SkyTeam Elite Plus recognition that unlocks SkyTeam-wide benefits.

Aeromexico Overweight and Oversized Bag Fees

Bags exceeding the included weight limit incur overweight charges:

Bag Weight (Economy 25 kg limit)	Status
Up to 25 kg	Included in Classic/Flexible fare
26–32 kg	Overweight fee per kg above 25 kg
Over 32 kg	Not accepted as checked baggage

In Business class (32 kg limit), overweight fees apply above 32 kg, and bags exceeding 45 kg are not accepted.

Oversize fee: Bags exceeding 158 linear cm (length + width + height) are charged an oversize fee in addition to any standard bag fee or overweight fee.

Overweight and oversize fees on Aeromexico are charged in the currency of the departure country (MXN in Mexico, USD in the US, EUR in Europe).

Second Checked Bag Fees (Classic Fare)

Classic and Flexible fare passengers who need a second checked bag beyond the included first bag must pay an additional bag fee:

• Second bag: Fee varies by route. Domestic Mexico and US–Mexico routes have published rates; international routes may differ.
• Pre-purchasing a second bag online is cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter.
• AM Plus fares include the second bag, so for passengers who routinely check two bags, comparing the Classic + extra bag purchase versus AM Plus fare pricing is worthwhile.

How to Save on Aeromexico Baggage

1. Book Classic fare and use the included 25 kg bag. Most Aeromexico Economy fares are Classic and include one 25 kg bag. Unlike many budget carriers, Aeromexico's standard Economy fare is genuinely useful for normal travel with luggage.

2. Earn Club Premier Plata status for domestic Mexico trips. Premier Plata's additional bag benefit makes Aeromexico domestic travel very convenient for two-bag travelers without paying extra bag fees.

3. Use SkyTeam Elite Plus status. If you hold SkyTeam Elite Plus with any SkyTeam member, that status unlocks an additional bag on Aeromexico — valuable on routes where you need to check more than one bag.

4. Compare AM Plus vs. Classic + bag fee. If you travel with two bags regularly, AM Plus with two included bags can cost less than Classic + second-bag purchase on some routes.

5. Pack to 23–24 kg instead of 25 kg. While Aeromexico allows 25 kg, packing slightly lighter gives you margin for weight variations at the check-in scale and reduces risk of an overweight charge.

6. Pre-purchase extra bags online. If you need to add a second bag or pay for baggage on a Basic fare, purchasing online during or shortly after booking is always cheaper than airport counter fees.

Aeromexico vs. Other SkyTeam Carriers: Mexico Route Comparison

Feature	Aeromexico (Classic)	Delta (Main Cabin, USA-MX)	Air France (Economy)
First bag included	Yes (25 kg)	No	Yes (23 kg)
Second bag	Additional fee	Additional fee	Additional fee
Weight limit	25 kg	23 kg	23 kg
Status program	Club Premier	SkyMiles	Flying Blue
Alliance	SkyTeam	SkyTeam	SkyTeam

Aeromexico's 25 kg weight limit and first-bag inclusion in Classic fare compare favorably to Delta's US–Mexico policy, where even Main Cabin passengers are charged for checked bags.

Summary: Aeromexico Checked Baggage at a Glance

Aeromexico's Classic Economy fare includes one checked bag at 25 kg on domestic Mexico, US–Mexico, and most international routes. Basic fare includes no checked bag. AM Plus includes two bags at 25 kg; Business includes two bags at 32 kg. Club Premier Plata, Oro, and Titanio members receive one, two, or three additional bags beyond the fare allowance. SkyTeam Elite Plus recognition provides an additional bag for qualifying status holders. Bags between 26 kg and 32 kg incur per-kg overweight fees; bags over 32 kg are refused. Pre-purchasing any needed extra bags online is always cheaper than airport fees.