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The carry-on allowance applies to all passengers, no matter their travel class. Every passenger is entitled to one piece of carry-on baggage, which must be small enough to be placed in the overhead bin or under the passenger seat. The maximum total dimension of carry-on baggage is 56cm x 36cm x 23cm (22in x 14in x 9in), and a maximum weight of 7 kgs. (15 lbs).

In addition to the free carry-on allowance, each passenger is allowed to carry on board a maximum of two personal items. Only two of the following personal items will be accepted:

• A small handbag or purse
• An overcoat, wrap or blanket
• A small camera or binoculars
• A laptop or tablet with a case
• A reasonable amount of reading material
• A duty-free bag
• An infant's food for consumption during the flight
• A pair of crutches, walking stick, or other prosthetic devices - provided that the passenger is dependent upon it

Checked baggage allowance on domestic flights:

Economy Supersaver tickets aren't permitted a free checked baggage allowance.

Economy Saver ticket-holders are permitted up to 10kg / 22lbs of free checked baggage.

Economy Value and Economy Flex passengers can take up to 20kg / 44lbs of free checked baggage.

Premium Economy passengers can take up to 25kg / 55lbs of checked baggage.

Business Value fare-holders are permitted up to 30kg / 66lbs of free checked baggage.

Business Flex passengers can take up to 35kg / 77lbs of free checked baggage.

Checked baggage allowance on international flights:

To Asia — if flying Economy, passengers are allowed 25kg of checked baggage; if flying Premium Economy, passengers are allowed 30kg of checked baggage; if flying Business, passengers are allowed 35kg of checked baggage.

To the US — all Economy passengers are allowed two pieces of checked baggage at 23kg per piece, except for Economy Plus passengers, which are allowed two pieces of checked baggage at 25kg per piece. Business Class passengers are allowed two pieces of checked baggage at 32kg per piece.

To Korea— if flying Economy, passengers are allowed 20kg of checked baggage; if flying Premium Economy, passengers are allowed 25kg of checked baggage; if flying Business, passengers are allowed either 30kg (Business Promo and Business Classic) or 35kg (Business Flex).

Economy Class Facilities

PAL Express offers a modern, clean, and spacious Economy Class, which has a tropical holiday feel.

Drinks and snacks will be served. In-flight entertainment is available via personal touch-screen monitors.

Economy Class Seating

The seat cushion can be moved for comfort, and passengers are able to recline to their perfect position. Monitors are also included in the seating with a touch-screen function. The relaxed feel of the seats also extends out into the cabin, where curtains, carpets and surfaces are upholstered in shades of blue, white, grey, silver and tan.

Premium Economy is a class product new to 2019 and is currently only available on selected domestic flights. Premium Economy is an upgrade on Economy, with additional services and amenities.

Premium Economy Class Facilities

Premium Economy passengers can enjoy priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling services at the airport.

On domestic flights: Welcome drinks and hot towels, a hearty hot sandwich and a choice of assorted drinks.

On international flights: 13.3-inch myPAL eSuite personal monitors, refreshing hot towels, meal service, and WiFi.

Premium Economy Class Seating

On domestic flights: Enjoy extra-legroom seats.

On international flights: spacious premium seats: 38-inch seat pitch, 8-inch recline, and built-in leg rests and footrests.

Business Class Facilities

Each seat is outfitted with a personal TV screen, with over 60 hours of Hollywood movies and popular television to choose from.

The airline provides a top-class dinner service and passengers can choose from a wide range of complimentary drinks and refreshments.

Business Class Seating

Business Class seats are outfitted in plush, deep-blue upholstery that simulates reflections of light on water. Business Class seats provide extra legroom and allow further reclination - up to a 15-degree angle. Each seat is equipped with individual and adjustable 'goose neck' reading lights, a laptop charging port and a USB port.

Find sitcoms as well as hilarious Philipino TV shows. The airline regularly updates the TV shows on offer - even frequent flyers can find something new to watch.

Discover Hollywood's new releases as well popular films from around the world.

Please note that special meals are available on international flights, and do not apply to snacks or condiments served on domestic flights. It is therefore recommended that you bring some snacks with you for your flight.

If you are flying on an international flight with PAL Express, then a wide selection of special meals to suit dietary, medical, and religious needs are available. More information, including special meals available and how to request a special meal, can be found on our Philippine Airlines page.

Passengers can check in online for their PAL Express flight through the Philippine Airlines web check-in page. Online check-in opens 24 hours and closes 1 hour before scheduled flight departure.

Passengers that are unable to check in online can check in to their PAL Express flight at the airport - visit the Philippine Airlines check-in desk to check in at the airport. Airport check-in closes 45 minutes before their scheduled departure.

Travelling during Undas? Philippine Airlines is urging passengers travelling domestically within the Philippines to arrive at the airport two hours before scheduled departure. This applies to flights between October 25th and November 4th, 2019. Undas is a religious holiday season to celebrate All Saints Day, which is usually celebrated on the first and second day of November. As a result of the public holiday, there is increased passenger traffic, so passengers are advised to take this into account when travelling.