UK Airline Hold Luggage Fees
(2026 Guide)
Hold luggage fees can add £50–£100 or more to the cost of a short-haul trip. On many routes, checked baggage now costs as much as — or more than — the flight itself.
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This guide compares typical UK airline hold luggage fees, explains how baggage pricing works, and shows how travelling with cabin luggage only can help reduce overall travel costs. With the right preparation — including travel-size toiletries — cabin-only travel is often the simplest way to avoid unnecessary fees.
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CabinCleared helps make travelling hand-luggage-only straightforward, with pre-packed 100ml-compliant toiletry kits designed for UK airport security.
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Fees vary by route, travel date and time of booking. Always check your airline’s website before travelling.
Select your airline below to jump straight to its luggage rules and fees.
Last Updated - 10th March 2026
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Ryanair
Free Cabin Bag Size
40 × 30 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~£9.49 online
Hold baggage Weight
10kg / 20kg / 23kg
Ryanair’s basic fares include one small personal bag (40 × 30 × 20 cm) that must fit under the seat in front of you.
Passengers who purchase Priority Boarding may bring an additional 10kg cabin bag (55 × 40 × 20 cm) for the overhead locker. Checked baggage is optional and typically offered in 10kg, 20kg or 23kg options, with prices varying depending on the route and travel dates.
Fees are usually lower when bags are added during booking rather than at the airport. Always check Ryanair’s website for the latest baggage rules before travelling.
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easyJet
Free Cabin Bag Size
45 × 36 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~£6.99 online (varies by route)
Hold baggage Weight
15kg / 23kg (up to 32kg max)
easyJet fares include one small cabin bag (45 × 36 × 20 cm) that must fit under the seat in front of you.
Customers can also add a larger cabin bag (56 × 45 × 25 cm) for the overhead locker, which is included with certain fares, easyJet Plus membership, or when purchased as an add-on.
Checked baggage is optional and typically available in 15kg or 23kg options, with additional weight purchasable up to 32kg per bag.
Prices vary depending on the route, demand and when bags are added, and are usually cheaper when purchased online in advance.
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Jet 2
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 45 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~£8–£13 online (varies by route)
Hold baggage Weight
22kg
Jet2 flights include one piece of hand luggage weighing up to 10kg (56 × 45 × 25 cm), along with a small personal item that must fit under the seat in front of you.
Checked baggage is optional and can be added when booking, with passengers able to purchase up to three hold bags of 22kg each per flight. Baggage prices vary depending on the route and when bags are added to the booking, and fees are typically lower when purchased in advance online.
Excess weight charges may apply for bags that exceed the pre-booked allowance.
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Wizz Air
Free Cabin Bag Size
40 × 30 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~€14 online
(varies by route and season)
Hold baggage Weight
10kg / 20kg / 26kg / 32kg
Wizz Air fares include one small carry-on bag (40 × 30 × 20 cm) weighing up to 10kg, which must fit under the seat in front of you.
Passengers who purchase WIZZ Priority can bring an additional cabin trolley bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) for the overhead locker.
Checked baggage is optional and typically available in 10kg, 20kg, 26kg or 32kg options, with prices varying depending on the route, season and when bags are added to the booking.
Fees are generally cheaper when baggage is purchased online in advance rather than at the airport.
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Vueling
Free Cabin Bag Size
40 × 30 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~€10 online (varies by route)
Hold baggage Weight
15kg / 20kg / 25kg / 30kg
Vueling fares include one small under-seat cabin bag (40 × 30 × 20 cm). Depending on the fare type or when additional services are purchased, passengers may also bring a larger cabin bag (55 × 40 × 20 cm) weighing up to 10kg for the overhead locker.
Checked baggage is optional and typically available in 15kg, 20kg, 25kg or 30kg options, with prices varying depending on the route and when baggage is added to the booking.
Adding bags during booking or online in advance is usually cheaper than paying airport fees.
View Vueling’s full baggage policy →
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Norwegian
Free Cabin Bag Size
30 × 40 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Varies by fare and route
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
Norwegian ticket types determine the baggage allowance included with your fare. All passengers can bring a small under-seat cabin bag (30 × 40 × 20 cm).
Depending on the fare type, passengers may also bring an overhead cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm), with a combined cabin baggage weight limit of 10kg or 15kg.
Checked baggage is not included with the lowest fares but can be added during booking, while higher fare types may include one or two checked bags of up to 23kg each.
Additional or overweight baggage may incur extra charges.
View Norwegian’s full baggage policy →
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Eurowings
Free Cabin Bag Size
40 × 30 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~£16 online (varies by route)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg / 32kg
Eurowings fares include one small under-seat cabin bag (40 × 30 × 25 cm). Depending on the fare type, passengers may also bring a larger cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) weighing up to 8kg for the overhead locker, or add this option when booking a BASIC fare.
Checked baggage is optional on lower fares and typically available in 23kg or 32kg options, while higher fares may include checked bags as part of the ticket.
Baggage prices vary depending on the route, fare type and when bags are added to the booking.
View Eurowings’s full baggage policy →
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British Airways
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 45 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many economy fares
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
British Airways fares include one cabin bag (56 × 45 × 25 cm) and one personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
Basic economy fares on some short-haul routes include cabin baggage only, while standard economy fares typically include one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional checked baggage can usually be added during booking or later online, with prices varying depending on the route and fare type.
Aer Lingus
Free Cabin Bag Size
Free cabin bag
Personal item included
(10kg cabin bag optional)
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Saver fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
20kg
Aer Lingus fares include a small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag that must fit under the seat in front of you.
A 10kg cabin bag can be added during booking or may be included depending on the fare type.
On European routes, most fares except Saver include one checked bag of up to 20kg, while additional bags or weight can be added when booking or later online.
Baggage fees vary depending on the route, fare type and when bags are added to the booking.
View the Aer Lingus full baggage policy →
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Lufthansa
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Light fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
Lufthansa fares include one cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) weighing up to 8kg, along with one personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
Business and First Class passengers may bring two cabin bags. Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type and route, with most economy fares including one checked bag of up to 23kg, while lighter fares may require checked baggage to be purchased separately.
Additional baggage or excess weight may incur extra charges.
View the Lufthansa full baggage policy →
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Air France
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 35 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Light fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
Air France fares allow passengers to bring one cabin bag (55 × 35 × 25 cm) and one small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm), with a combined cabin baggage weight limit of up to 12kg in Economy. Some basic fares may only include a small personal item, while higher fare types allow a full cabin bag. Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type and route, with many economy fares including one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional baggage can be purchased during booking or later online.
View the Air France full baggage policy →
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KLM
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 35 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Basic fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
KLM passengers can always bring one small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
Depending on the fare type, passengers may also bring one cabin bag (55 × 35 × 25 cm), with a combined cabin baggage weight limit of up to 12kg in Economy Class. Basic economy fares may include only a small personal item unless a cabin bag is purchased.
Checked baggage allowances vary by fare and route, with many standard economy fares including one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional baggage can be added during booking or later online.
View the KLM full baggage policy →
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Swiss
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Light fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
SWISS passengers can bring one cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) weighing up to 8kg in Economy and Premium Economy, along with a small personal item stored under the seat. Business and First Class passengers may bring two cabin bags.
Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type, with Economy Light fares including no checked baggage, while Classic and Flex fares typically include one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional baggage can be added during booking or later online, with charges depending on the route and fare type.
View the Swiss full baggage policy →
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Iberia
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 40 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From ~£16 online (varies by route)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
Iberia passengers can bring one cabin bag (56 × 40 × 25 cm) weighing up to 10kg in Economy Class, along with one personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
Business Class passengers may bring two cabin bags.
Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type and route, with many standard fares including one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional checked baggage can be added during booking or later online, with prices varying depending on the route and when the baggage is purchased.
View the Iberia full baggage policy →
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Finnair
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Light fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
Finnair passengers can usually bring one cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) and one small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 × 30 × 15 cm), depending on the ticket type.
The combined cabin baggage weight limit is typically between 8kg and 12kg depending on the fare and travel class.
Some basic economy fares may only include a small personal item unless a cabin bag is purchased.
Checked baggage allowances vary by fare and route, with many standard economy fares including one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional baggage can be added during booking or later online.
View the Finnair full baggage policy →
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ITA Airways
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Light fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
ITA Airways passengers can bring one cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) weighing up to 8kg, along with one personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type and route. Economy Light fares do not include checked baggage, while most standard economy fares include one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Premium Economy and Business Class fares allow additional checked bags. Extra baggage can be added during booking or later online, with prices varying depending on the route and travel class.
View the ITA full baggage policy →
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LOT Polish Airlines
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Included on many fares
(Saver fares extra)
Hold baggage Weight
23kg
LOT Polish Airlines passengers can bring one cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm) weighing up to 8kg in Economy Class, along with one small personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack.
Business Class passengers may bring two cabin bags.
Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type and route.
Economy Saver fares on many short-haul routes do not include checked baggage, while Standard and Flex fares typically include one checked bag of up to 23kg.
Additional baggage can be purchased during booking or later online.
View the LOT Polish Airlines full baggage policy →
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Emirates
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 38 × 22 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Usually included
Hold baggage Weight
20–35 kg (Economy fare dependent)
Emirates passengers can bring one cabin bag depending on travel class. In Economy Class the carry-on allowance is typically one bag up to 7kg, while Business and First Class passengers can bring two cabin items (a carry-on bag plus a briefcase or garment bag).
Checked baggage allowances are among the most generous in the industry and usually follow the weight concept, where the total weight allowance depends on fare and travel class.
Economy Class ranges from 20kg to 35kg, Premium Economy allows 35kg, Business Class 40kg, and First Class 50kg. On routes to and from the Americas and Africa, a piece system applies instead, with a set number of bags allowed.
View the Emirates full baggage policy →
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Qatar Airways
Free Cabin Bag Size
50 × 37 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Usually included
Hold baggage Weight
20–35 kg (Economy fare dependent)
Qatar Airways passengers can bring one cabin bag up to 7kg in Economy Class, while Business and First Class passengers can bring two cabin bags with a combined weight of up to 15kg. Cabin bag dimensions must not exceed 50 × 37 × 25 cm.
Checked baggage allowances depend on route and fare type. On most routes outside the Americas and Africa, Qatar Airways uses a weight concept, where Economy Class passengers can check 20–35kg depending on fare, Business Class 40kg, and First Class 50kg.
On routes to and from Africa or the Americas, a piece system applies instead, typically allowing one or two checked bags of 23kg each in Economy Class.
View the Qatar Airways full baggage policy →
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Etihad Airways
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 36 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Usually included
Hold baggage Weight
20–35 kg (Economy fare dependent)
Etihad Airways passengers can bring one cabin bag up to 7kg in Economy Class, with maximum dimensions of 56 × 36 × 23 cm.
Business and First Class passengers can bring two cabin bags with a combined weight of up to 12kg. In addition to the cabin bag allowance, passengers may also bring a small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag that fits under the seat in front of them.
Checked baggage allowances depend on the route and fare type. On most routes, Economy Class passengers receive 20–35kg of checked baggage, while Business Class passengers receive 40kg, and First Class passengers receive 50kg.
On routes to and from the United States and Canada, a piece system applies instead, typically allowing two checked bags of 23kg each in Economy Class.
View the Etihad Airways full baggage policy →
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Oman Air
Free Cabin Bag Size
Max linear size 115 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Saver fares extra
Hold baggage Weight
20–30 kg (Economy fare dependent)
Oman Air passengers can bring one cabin bag up to 7kg in Economy Class, with total dimensions not exceeding 115 cm.
Business Class passengers can bring two cabin bags of up to 7kg each. Checked baggage allowances depend on the fare type.
Economy Saver fares do not include checked baggage, while Economy Comfort fares include 20kg, and Economy Flex fares include 30kg.
Business Class passengers receive larger allowances, ranging from 40kg to 60kg depending on the fare. Individual checked bags must not exceed 32kg and total dimensions must be within 158 cm.
View the OmanAir full baggage policy →
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Gulf Air
Free Cabin Bag Size
Max linear size 115 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Saver fares extra
Hold baggage Weight
20–30 kg (Economy fare dependent)
Gulf Air passengers can bring one cabin bag up to 6kg in Economy Class, while Business Class passengers may bring two cabin bags with a combined weight of up to 9kg. In addition to cabin baggage, travellers may also carry personal items such as a handbag, laptop, coat, umbrella or reading material without additional charges.
Checked baggage allowances depend on route and fare type. On most routes using the weight concept, Economy Class passengers typically receive 20–30kg of checked baggage, while Business Class passengers receive 40kg or more depending on fare.
For flights to and from the United States, a piece concept applies, generally allowing two checked bags of up to 23kg
View the Gulf Air full baggage policy →
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American Airlines
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 36 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From $35–$40 first bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
American Airlines passengers may bring one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge on all fares. The carry-on bag must not exceed 56 × 36 × 23 cm, while the personal item must fit under the seat in front of you and measure no more than 45 × 35 × 20 cm.
Checked baggage allowances depend on route and ticket type. On many international routes such as trans-Atlantic flights, the first checked bag is often included in the ticket, while on domestic U.S. routes the first bag typically costs around $40 ($35 if paid online) and the second bag around $50 ($45 online). Standard checked baggage limits are 23 kg per bag in Economy Class and 32 kg in Business or First Class, with maximum dimensions of 158 cm (length + width + height).
Passengers can check up to 10 bags on most international routes, though additional fees apply after the first or second bag depending on fare type.
View the American Airlines full baggage policy →
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Delta Air Lines
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 35 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From $35 first bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
Delta passengers may bring one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge on all fares. The carry-on bag must not exceed 56 × 35 × 23 cm, while the personal item (such as a purse, laptop bag, or small backpack) must fit under the seat in front of you.
Checked baggage allowances vary depending on route and fare. On domestic U.S. flights, the first checked bag typically costs $35 each way, and the second checked bag $45 each way. For many transatlantic flights, the first checked bag is usually included in the ticket price.
Standard checked baggage limits are 23 kg per bag in Economy Class, with maximum dimensions of 158 cm (length + width + height).
Frequent flyers with Delta SkyMiles Medallion status or certain credit card holders may receive free checked baggage allowances depending on their membership level.
View the Delta Air Lines full baggage policy →
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Unired Airlines
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 35 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From $35 first bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
United Airlines passengers can bring one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge on most flights. The carry-on bag must not exceed 56 × 35 × 23 cm, while the personal item must fit under the seat in front of you and measure no more than 43 × 25 × 22 cm.
Checked baggage allowances depend on the route, fare type and frequent flyer status.
On many domestic U.S. routes, the first checked bag typically costs around $35 each way, while the second bag is usually $45. On many transatlantic flights, the first checked bag is usually included in the ticket price.
Standard checked baggage limits are 23 kg per bag in Economy Class, while Business and First Class passengers can check bags up to 32 kg.
The maximum size for checked baggage is 158 cm (length + width + height).
Frequent flyers with MileagePlus Premier status or Star Alliance Gold membership may receive additional baggage allowances or higher weight limits depending on their status.
View the United Airlines full baggage policy →
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Air Canada
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From $35 first bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
Air Canada passengers can usually bring one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge on most fares.
The carry-on bag must fit in the overhead bin, while a personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack must fit completely under the seat in front of you.
Passengers travelling on Economy Basic fares within Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean may only bring a personal item, and any additional carry-on baggage must be checked for a fee.
Checked baggage allowances vary depending on fare type, route and loyalty status.
On many domestic and North American routes the first checked bag typically incurs a fee, while higher fare types or long-haul international tickets may include one or more checked bags.
Standard checked baggage limits in Economy are 23 kg per bag, with maximum dimensions of 158 cm in total (length + width + height).
View the Air Canada full baggage policy →
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JetBlue
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 35 × 22 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From $35 first bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
JetBlue passengers can bring one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge with all standard fares, provided space is available in the overhead bins. The carry-on bag must fit in the overhead compartment, while the personal item — such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack or approved pet carrier — must fit completely under the seat in front of you.
Checked baggage is usually not included in the lowest fares, and passengers typically pay for the first and second checked bags depending on the ticket type and route.
Some higher fares, such as Blue Plus or Mint, include free checked baggage. Fees may vary during peak travel periods and can change depending on whether bags are paid for in advance or at the airport. Standard checked baggage limits are 23 kg per bag in Economy, while premium Mint fares allow heavier bags. Maximum bag dimensions must not exceed 157 cm in total (length + width + height).
View the JetBlue full baggage policy →
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WestJet
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 36 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From $40 first bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
WestJet passengers can usually bring one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge on most fares, including Econo, Premium and Business.
The carry-on bag must fit in the overhead bin, while a personal item such as a purse, laptop bag or small backpack must fit completely under the seat in front of you.
Travellers on UltraBasic fares are normally limited to one personal item only, unless travelling to Europe or Asia or purchasing Extended Comfort seating. Checked baggage allowances depend on fare type and route. Lower fares generally require passengers to pay for the first and second checked bags, while higher fare types such as Premium or Business include one or more checked bags. Checked baggage limits for standard fares are 23 kg per bag, with maximum combined dimensions of 157 cm (length + width + height).
Bags exceeding these limits may incur additional overweight or oversized baggage fees.
View the WestJet full baggage policy →
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Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
From £65 overweight or oversized bag
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
Air Transat passengers can usually bring one carry-on bag and one personal item on board, provided the fare type includes cabin baggage.
The carry-on bag must fit in the overhead bin, while the personal item — such as a purse, laptop bag or small backpack — must fit under the seat in front of you. Travellers on Eco Budget or Promo fares on certain routes may not be permitted to bring a carry-on bag, meaning only a personal item is allowed unless a higher fare type is purchased.
Checked baggage allowances vary depending on the fare and route, and some lower fares may charge for the first checked bag.
Standard checked baggage limits are 23 kg per bag, with maximum dimensions of 158 cm in total (length + width + height). Bags exceeding the permitted size or weight may incur additional oversized or overweight fees, which must normally be paid at the airport.
View the Air Transat full baggage policy →
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Singapore Airlines
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Varies by route – additional baggage charges apply if exceeding free allowance
Hold baggage Weight
23–30 kg
Economy Class depending on fare type
Singapore Airlines offers a generous baggage allowance that varies depending on travel class and destination. Passengers travelling in Economy and Premium Economy Class can usually bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg, while those flying in Business Class, First Class or Suites may bring two cabin bags of up to 7 kg each.
In addition to the main cabin bag, travellers are also allowed one small personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag or camera bag.
For most international routes, Singapore Airlines uses a weight-based checked baggage system, allowing multiple bags as long as the total weight stays within the allowance.
Economy Class passengers typically receive between 25 kg and 30 kg, Premium Economy passengers receive 35 kg, Business Class passengers receive 40 kg, and First Class or Suites passengers receive up to 50 kg of checked baggage.
Flights to or from the United States and Canada use a piece-based allowance, where Economy passengers can usually check two bags up to 23 kg each, and premium cabins allow two bags up to 32 kg each.
View the Singapore Airlines full baggage policy →
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Cathay Pacific
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 36 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on fare and route
Hold baggage Weight
30 kg (Economy Class)
Cathay Pacific allows passengers to bring cabin baggage on board depending on their travel class.
Economy and Premium Economy passengers may bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg, while Business Class passengers can carry one cabin bag up to 10 kg and First Class passengers up to 15 kg.
All passengers may also bring one additional small personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag, briefcase or small backpack to be stored under the seat in front.
The maximum size for cabin baggage is 56 × 36 × 23 cm, including wheels and handles. Bags must fit in the overhead locker and comply with onboard storage limits.
For checked baggage, Cathay Pacific typically allows two checked bags for Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class passengers, while First Class passengers may check three bags. Economy passengers usually receive a total allowance of 30 kg, increasing to 35 kg in Premium Economy, 40 kg in Business Class and 50 kg in First Class. No single checked bag may exceed 32 kg in weight.
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Japan Airlines
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on fare and route
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy Class)
Japan Airlines allows passengers to bring both a cabin bag and a small personal item on board, provided the total combined weight does not exceed 10 kg.
The cabin bag must fit in the overhead locker and follow the airline’s size restrictions, while the personal item — such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack — must fit under the seat in front of you. Cabin baggage must not exceed 55 × 40 × 25 cm, including wheels and handles.
For checked baggage, Japan Airlines typically includes generous free allowances depending on the travel class.
Economy and Premium Economy passengers can usually check two bags weighing up to 23 kg each, while Business Class and First Class passengers may check three bags weighing up to 32 kg each. Each checked bag must not exceed 203 cm in total dimensions (length + width + height). Additional baggage or overweight bags may incur fees depending on the route and fare type.
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ANA (All Nipon Airways)
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 25 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on fare and route
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy Class)
ANA (All Nippon Airways) allows most passengers to bring one cabin bag and one small personal item on board, such as a handbag, laptop bag or camera bag.
The total combined weight of cabin baggage must not exceed 10 kg, and bags must fit within the airline’s size limits so they can be safely stored in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you.
For checked baggage on international flights, ANA uses a piece-based allowance. Economy and Premium Economy passengers can usually check up to two bags weighing 23 kg each, while Business Class passengers can check two bags up to 32 kg each, and First Class passengers may check three bags up to 32 kg each. Each checked bag must not exceed 158 cm in total dimensions (length + width + height).
The exact allowance may vary depending on the ticket fare and route, and excess baggage fees may apply if these limits are exceeded.
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Korean Air
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on fare and route
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy Class)
Korean Air allows most passengers to bring one cabin bag and one small personal item on board, such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack.
Economy and Premium Class passengers can usually bring one cabin bag weighing up to 10 kg, while passengers travelling in Prestige Class or First Class may bring two cabin bags with a combined weight of up to 18 kg.
All cabin baggage must fit within the airline’s size limits so it can be safely stored in the overhead locker.
For checked baggage, Korean Air typically provides a generous allowance depending on travel class and route.
Economy Class passengers usually receive one checked bag up to 23 kg, while premium cabins receive larger allowances.
Prestige Class passengers can typically check two bags up to 32 kg each, and First Class passengers may check three bags up to 32 kg each. Each bag must meet the airline’s standard size limit of 158 cm total dimensions (length + width + height).
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Air India
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on fare and route
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy Class)
Air India passengers can usually bring one cabin bag and one small personal item on board, such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack, provided the personal item fits under the seat in front of them.
For Economy and Premium Economy passengers, the cabin bag must weigh no more than 7 kg, while Business and First Class passengers can bring a cabin bag weighing up to 10 kg.
The cabin bag must also fit within Air India’s standard size limits so it can be safely stored in the overhead locker.
Checked baggage allowances vary depending on the route and fare type, with Air India using both weight-based and piece-based systems on international flights.
On many routes, Economy passengers receive around 23 kg of checked baggage allowance, while higher fare types and premium cabins may include significantly larger allowances.
Premium cabins such as Business and First Class can include multiple checked bags with higher individual weight limits.
All checked baggage must usually meet the airline’s maximum size limit of 158 cm total dimensions (length + width + height).
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Qantas
Free Cabin Bag Size
56 × 36 × 23 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on route and fare
Hold baggage Weight
30 kg total (Economy – most international routes)
Qantas passengers travelling on international flights can usually bring one cabin bag and one small personal item on board, such as a handbag, laptop bag or camera, provided the personal item fits under the seat in front of them.
Economy Class passengers are generally allowed one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg, which must fit within the airline’s standard size limits so it can be safely stored in the overhead locker.
Premium Economy, Business and First Class passengers normally have a higher cabin baggage allowance and may carry additional pieces with a higher combined weight limit depending on the cabin class.
Checked baggage is included on most Qantas international tickets, although the allowance varies depending on the route and travel class.
For many international routes outside North and South America, Economy Class passengers typically receive up to 30 kg of checked baggage allowance in total.
On routes to North and South America, Economy passengers usually receive one checked bag weighing up to 32 kg.
All checked baggage must meet the airline’s standard size limit of 158 cm total dimensions (length + width + height).
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China Eastern
Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on route and fare
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
China Eastern Airlines allows most passengers to bring one cabin bag and one small personal item on board, such as a handbag, laptop bag or camera bag, provided the personal item fits under the seat in front of them.
Economy and Premium Economy passengers can usually bring one cabin bag weighing up to 8 kg, while Business and First Class passengers may carry two cabin bags with higher weight limits depending on the cabin.
All cabin baggage must fit within the airline’s standard size limits so it can be safely stored in the overhead locker during the flight.
Checked baggage allowances vary depending on the route, fare type and cabin class, with China Eastern using both weight-based and piece-based baggage systems.
On many international routes, Economy passengers are typically allowed one or two checked bags weighing up to 23 kg each depending on the fare class purchased.
Premium cabins such as Business and First Class usually include two or more checked bags with higher individual weight limits.
All checked baggage must normally meet the airline’s standard size limit of 158 cm total dimensions (length + width + height).
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Free Cabin Bag Size
55 × 40 × 20 cm
Hold baggage Fees - one way
Often included depending on route and fare
Hold baggage Weight
23 kg (Economy)
China Southern Airlines allows most passengers to bring one cabin bag on board, with the exact number and weight depending on travel class and whether the flight is domestic or international.
Economy and Premium Economy passengers on international or regional flights can usually bring one cabin bag, while Business and First Class passengers may bring additional pieces within the airline’s limits.
All cabin baggage must fit within the standard size limits so it can be stored safely in the overhead locker, and passengers may also carry one small personal item free of charge, such as a handbag, laptop bag or camera bag.
Checked baggage allowances vary by route, fare type and cabin class, with China Southern using both weight-based and piece-based systems.
On many international routes, Economy passengers typically receive one or two checked bags weighing up to 23 kg each depending on the fare brand purchased.
Premium cabins usually include larger allowances, with Business and First Class passengers receiving multiple checked bags at higher individual weight limits.
All checked baggage must normally stay within the airline’s standard maximum dimensions.
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