Air France

History

Air France, formed in October 1933, is one of the world’s largest airlines. They ranked as one of the largest European airlines in November 2004 with 25,5% total market share and was the world’s largest airline in terms of operating revenue. They are also known as the official airline of the Cannes Film Festival.

Destinations:

Air France is a full global airline and serves 32 domestic destinations in France and 146 international destinations in 89 countries across 6 major continents.

Departures from South Africa:

• Johannesburg – OR Tambo International Airport

General Air Canada Information:

Fleet

In July 2010 the Air France fleet consisted of 248 passenger aircrafts. The average fleet age was 9.1 years in April 2010. This airline operates a mixed fleet of Airbus and Boeing jetliners on long-haul routes and Airbus A320 on short-haul routes.

Baggage

• Economy (Voyageur)

1 item of baggage, weighing 23kg

• Premium Economy (Premium Voyageur)

2 items of baggage, weighing 23kg each

• Business (Affaires)

3 items of baggage weighing 23kg each

• First (La Premiere)

3 items of baggage weighing 23kg each

Weight allowed onboard

• Voyageur / Economy

1 standard baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

55 cm (l) x 35 cm (w) x 25 cm (h) – including pockets, wheels, and handles

1 accessory (handbag, notebook computer, camera, etc.)

Maximum total weight (standard baggage + accessory): 12 kg

• Premium Voyageur / Premium Economy

1 standard baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

55 cm (l) x 35 cm (w) x 25 cm (h) – including pockets, wheels, and handles

1 small baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

45 cm (l) x 20 cm (w) x 35 cm (h)

1 accessory (handbag, notebook computer, camera, etc.)

Maximum total weight (standard baggage + small baggage + accessory): 18 kg.

• Alizé / Premium Economy

1 standard baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

55 cm (l) x 35 cm (w) x 25 cm (h) – including pockets, wheels, and handles

1 small baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

45 cm (l) x 20 cm (w) x 35 cm (h)

1 accessory (handbag, notebook computer, camera, etc.)

Maximum total weight (standard baggage + small baggage + accessory): 18 kg

• La Première / First

1 standard baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

55 cm (l) x 35 cm (w) x 25 cm (h) – including pockets, wheels, and handles

1 small baggage item that respects the following maximum dimensions:

45 cm (l) x 20 cm (w) x 35 cm (h)

1 accessory (handbag, notebook computer, camera, etc.)

Maximum total weight (standard baggage + small baggage + accessory): 18 kg

 

In-flight baggage restrictions

• Prohibited Goods

Read more on Prohibited Goods

• Liquids

Read more on Liquid Allowance

Seating

Air France has 4 primary classes of international seating service:

• First (La Premiere)
• Business (Affaires)
• Premium Economy (Premium Voyageur)
• Economy (Voyageur)

Special Needs

Passengers with special needs should read Air France's Passenger Assistance