Luggage Weight Converter
Type your suitcase weight in pounds or kilograms and instantly see it in both units, plus exactly how far you are over or under your airline's baggage limit. The limit is fully editable — the default is the common 50 lb / 23 kg checked-bag allowance.
📖 How it works & FAQNever guess at the baggage scale again
Airline weight limits are posted in whichever unit the carrier prefers — US airlines say 50 lb, most international carriers say 23 kg — but your bathroom scale probably reads in only one of them. This converter does the translation instantly: enter your suitcase weight in pounds or kilograms and see it in both units, side by side. It uses the exact conversion factor (1 kg = 2.2046 lb), so what you see is what the airport scale should show.
More importantly, it compares your bag to the allowance. Set the airline limit in either unit (the default is the standard 50 lb / 23 kg checked-bag allowance) and the tool tells you how many pounds and kilograms of room you have left — or how much you need to pull out before check-in. A percentage readout shows how close to the line you are at a glance. Everything runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded anywhere.
How to use it
- Weigh your packed suitcase (stand on a scale holding the bag, then subtract your own weight if you do not have a luggage scale).
- Enter the weight and pick pounds or kilograms.
- Set the airline limit — edit the number to match your fare. Switching the limit unit converts the value for you.
- Read the results: weight in both units, how far over or under you are, and what percent of the allowance you have used.
FAQ
- Is 50 lb the same as 23 kg?
- Almost. 50 lb is 22.68 kg and 23 kg is 50.71 lb, so they differ by about two-thirds of a pound. Airlines treat them as equivalent tiers, but the scale at the counter uses the exact number, so check against the unit your airline publishes.
- What are common airline limits?
- Standard checked bags are typically 50 lb / 23 kg in economy and 70 lb / 32 kg in premium cabins. Carry-on limits vary widely — often 15 to 25 lb (7 to 12 kg) on international carriers. Edit the limit field to match yours.
- How much buffer should I leave?
- Scales vary slightly, so many travelers aim to stay 1–2 lb (0.5–1 kg) under the limit to avoid a surprise overweight fee at check-in.
- Is my data private?
- Yes. The math runs entirely in your browser — no weights or trip details are sent to any server.
Estimates only, not professional advice; airline allowances, fees, and scale calibrations vary — confirm limits with your carrier before you fly.