Norwegian Baggage Allowance: Cabin Bags, Checked Baggage & Fees
Flying with Norwegian? Check your cabin baggage allowance, checked baggage rules, fare differences, additional baggage and airport liquid restrictions before you travel.
Norwegian's baggage allowance depends on your fare, travel class and route, so check the entitlement shown on your booking before you start packing.
The standard main cabin-bag limit is 55 × 40 × 23cm, with fare-dependent hand-baggage weight. The airline also permits or may permit one small underseat item, depending on the fare and operating flight.
Checked baggage also varies by ticket. As a practical summary: LowFare none; LowFare+ 1 × 23kg; Flex 2 × 23kg. Route-specific exceptions can apply, particularly on long-haul, partner-airline and codeshare journeys.
Liquids, gels, creams and aerosols remain subject to airport security requirements. Where standard restrictions apply, containers should normally be no larger than 100ml and carried in the required transparent, resealable liquids bag.
CabinCleared's branded travel-size toiletries can help you pack everyday essentials efficiently for your Norwegian journey.
This guide explains Norwegian's cabin baggage rules, checked baggage allowances, fare differences, additional baggage, liquids and common baggage mistakes to avoid.
Main cabin bag
55 × 40 × 23cm
fare-dependent hand-baggage weight
Personal item
one small underseat item
Checked baggage
LowFare none; LowFare+ 1 × 23kg; Flex 2 × 23kg
Check your ticket
for route-specific exceptions
Additional baggage
can usually be purchased
Charges vary by
route, fare and bag type
Book before the airport
where available
Key Norwegian Baggage Tips
Check the cabin-bag limit for your fare: the standard maximum is 55 × 40 × 23cm, with fare-dependent hand-baggage weight.
Check the rules for one small underseat item and keep it within the airline's underseat requirements.
Checked baggage varies by fare and route: LowFare none; LowFare+ 1 × 23kg; Flex 2 × 23kg.
Do not assume a partner-airline or codeshare flight uses the same baggage allowance.
Measure bags including wheels, handles and external pockets where required.
Weigh checked baggage before leaving home to reduce the risk of excess charges.
Buy additional baggage online before departure where available.
Check your ticket again after any fare change, upgrade or itinerary change.
Where standard airport liquid rules apply, use containers of 100ml or less.
Keep medication, valuables, passports, power banks and spare lithium batteries in cabin baggage where required.
Cabin baggage sizes explained
Understanding the difference between your personal item, cabin baggage and checked baggage helps you pack efficiently and avoid delays at the airport.
Norwegian baggage allowance by fare and travel class
Baggage entitlements vary by fare, cabin and route. These columns summarise the most useful distinctions, but your ticket remains the final confirmation for your journey.
LowFare
LowFare+
Cabin baggage
Standard size reference: 55 × 40 × 23cm
Weight: fare-dependent hand-baggage weight
Checked baggage
Allowance depends on this fare, route and travel class.
Best for
Travellers choosing LowFare and checking the exact baggage shown on the booking.
Cabin baggage
Standard size reference: 55 × 40 × 23cm
Weight: fare-dependent hand-baggage weight
Checked baggage
LowFare none; LowFare+ 1 × 23kg; Flex 2 × 23kg
Best for
Travellers choosing LowFare+ and checking the exact baggage shown on the booking.
Flex
Cabin baggage
Standard size reference: 55 × 40 × 23cm
Weight: fare-dependent hand-baggage weight
Checked baggage
Allowance depends on this fare, route and travel class.
Best for
Travellers choosing Flex and checking the exact baggage shown on the booking.
Checked baggage with Norwegian: what you need to know
Norwegian's checked baggage allowance depends on your fare, route and travel class. Your ticket or booking confirmation should be treated as the final entitlement.
As a useful starting point: LowFare none; LowFare+ 1 × 23kg; Flex 2 × 23kg.
Additional baggage can usually be purchased on eligible itineraries. Booking before reaching the airport is generally safer and often cheaper than relying on airport excess-baggage charges.
Overweight, oversized and special baggage is subject to separate limits and charges. Never assume that paying an excess fee means an individual bag can exceed the airline's absolute maximum weight.
If your itinerary includes another airline or a codeshare flight, check which carrier's baggage rules apply before travelling.
Norwegian cabin baggage rules: liquids, extras and restrictions
The standard main cabin-bag limit is 55 × 40 × 23cm, with fare-dependent hand-baggage weight, although the number of pieces included can depend on fare and travel class.
The allowance also includes or may include one small underseat item. The smaller item should fit beneath the seat where required.
Lower-cost fares can have more restrictive cabin-baggage entitlements, so confirm whether the overhead-locker bag is included.
Cabin baggage that exceeds the permitted number, dimensions or weight can be moved to the hold and additional charges may apply.
Liquids, gels, creams, pastes and aerosols remain subject to airport security requirements. Where standard restrictions apply, use containers of 100ml or less in the required transparent, resealable liquids bag.
CabinCleared's branded travel-size toiletries can help you use your Norwegian cabin baggage efficiently while keeping everyday essentials accessible.
Power banks and spare lithium batteries should be kept in cabin baggage rather than checked luggage, subject to the airline's current capacity, quantity and approval rules.
Common cabin baggage mistakes to avoid
Assuming every fare includes the same overhead cabin bag.
Exceeding the published cabin-bag dimensions or weight.
Using an underseat item larger than the airline permits.
Packing liquids without checking departure and connecting-airport security rules.
Putting power banks or spare lithium batteries in checked baggage.
Assuming a codeshare or partner airline applies identical cabin baggage rules.
Norwegian cabin baggage rules: liquids, extras and restrictions
The standard main cabin-bag limit is 55 × 40 × 23cm, with fare-dependent hand-baggage weight, although the number of pieces included can depend on fare and travel class.
The allowance also includes or may include one small underseat item. The smaller item should fit beneath the seat where required.
Lower-cost fares can have more restrictive cabin-baggage entitlements, so confirm whether the overhead-locker bag is included.
Cabin baggage that exceeds the permitted number, dimensions or weight can be moved to the hold and additional charges may apply.
Liquids, gels, creams, pastes and aerosols remain subject to airport security requirements. Where standard restrictions apply, use containers of 100ml or less in the required transparent, resealable liquids bag.
CabinCleared's branded travel-size toiletries can help you use your Norwegian cabin baggage efficiently while keeping everyday essentials accessible.
Power banks and spare lithium batteries should be kept in cabin baggage rather than checked luggage, subject to the airline's current capacity, quantity and approval rules.
Common cabin baggage mistakes to avoid
Assuming every fare includes the same overhead cabin bag.
Exceeding the published cabin-bag dimensions or weight.
Using an underseat item larger than the airline permits.
Packing liquids without checking departure and connecting-airport security rules.
Putting power banks or spare lithium batteries in checked baggage.
Assuming a codeshare or partner airline applies identical cabin baggage rules.