Airlines’ Standard Sizes For Cabin Luggage
Confused by hand luggage restrictions? From Ryanair to British Airways, check our comprehensive guide to airline cabin bag dimensions and weight limits to ensure a smooth, stress-free journey.
Everything you need to know before your next hand luggage only trip
By now we’re all aware of the airline rule that liquids no bigger than 100ml each belong in a plastic bag, so we decided to let you in on a couple of other tips that also might be helpful and less well-known. Here’s a quick and simple guide to the ins and outs of cabin luggage so you have all the information you need at a glance, have a read!
| Airline | Height (cm) | Width (cm) | Depth (cm) | Weight Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air France | 55 | 35 | 25 | 12 kg |
| British Airways | 56 | 45 | 25 | 23 kg |
| Cathay Pacific | 56 | 36 | 23 | 7 kg |
| EasyJet | 56 | 45 | 25 | No Limit* |
| Emirates | 55 | 38 | 20 | 7 kg |
| Eurowings | 55 | 40 | 23 | 8 kg (Smart) |
| Iberia | 56 | 40 | 25 | 10 kg |
| KLM | 55 | 35 | 25 | 12 kg |
| Lufthansa | 55 | 40 | 23 | 8 kg |
| Norwegian | 55 | 40 | 23 | 10 kg (LowFare+) |
| Ryanair | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 kg (Priority) |
| Turkish Airlines | 55 | 40 | 23 | 8 kg |
| Vueling | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 kg (TimeFlex) |
| Wizz Air | 55 | 40 | 23 | 10 kg (Priority) |
The Different Cabin Size Luggage Dimensions
Air France Hand Luggage Dimensions
Air France customers can bring one piece of hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 55 x 35 x 25 cm on board, as well as a smaller item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm.
British Airways Carry-On Baggage Requirements
On British Airways flights, you have a generous allowance. Your cabin luggage should not exceed 56 x 45 x 25 cm, and every passenger is allowed to bring another personal piece of luggage, e.g., a backpack, into the cabin which should fit within the measurements of 40 x 30 x 15 cm.
Cathay Pacific Baggage Size Limit
Cathay Pacific allows you to bring a cabin case sized max. 56 x 36 x 23 cm. You can also bring a personal bag sized up to 15 x 30 x 40 cm, so that it fits under the seat in front of you.
EasyJet Hand Baggage Rules
EasyJet is unique in that it has no weight limit for cabin bags, provided you can lift them yourself. You can bring a large cabin bag up to max. 56 x 45 x 25 cm if you book an Up Front or Extra Legroom seat. Standard fares only include a small under-seat bag (45 x 36 x 20 cm). Traveling with a cabin case featuring a smart front pocket will be a real lifesaver.
Emirates Carry-On Baggage Size
On Emirates, you can bring a cabin bag measuring up to 55 x 38 x 20 cm. Note that Economy passengers are permitted one piece of carry-on baggage only.
Eurowings Approved Hand Luggage Measurements
On Eurowings flights, a large hand luggage piece up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm is included with "Smart" fares or as an add-on. The basic fare only includes a small personal item (40 x 30 x 25 cm).
Iberia Carry-On Luggage Size
Iberia lets you bring one carry-on bag sized max. 56 x 40 x 25 cm and one personal item that fits underneath the seat in front of you (40 x 30 x 15 cm). For example, a top case.
KLM Hand Luggage Policy
The hand baggage allowance on KLM allows for luggage up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm. You can also bring an additional personal bag up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm.
Lufthansa Rules for Hand Luggage
Lufthansa’s rules for carry-on baggage are similar to most European airlines. Approved measurements are 55 x 40 x 23 cm, and you can take an additional small item, e.g., a briefcase or handbag, no larger than 40 x 30 x 10 cm.
Norwegian Cabin Luggage Allowances
When flying Norwegian on a "LowFare+" ticket, you are allowed to bring two items: carry-on luggage measuring up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm, and a personal item with a max. size of 38 x 20 x 30 cm. Basic "LowFare" tickets only include the under-seat bag.
Ryanair Hand Luggage Dimensions
Ryanair allows passengers who purchase "Priority & 2 Cabin Bags" to bring a 10kg wheelie bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm) plus a small personal bag (40 x 20 x 25 cm). Without Priority, you are only permitted the small personal bag.
Turkish Airlines Carry-On Baggage Allowance
Turkish Airlines allows one piece of hand luggage sized up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm. In addition, you can bring another personal item, such as a travel backpack.
Vueling Hand Baggage Allowance
When traveling with Vueling, TimeFlex or Premium customers can bring a piece of hand luggage no larger than 55 x 40 x 20 cm. Basic fares include only one smaller piece of luggage measuring no more than 40 x 20 x 30 cm.
Wizz Air Cabin Luggage Rules
When flying Wizz Air with "Wizz Priority," you can bring a trolley bag measuring up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm. Standard tickets only allow one small carry-on item (40 x 30 x 20 cm).
Maximum Hand Luggage Weight Limits
Depending on the airline and the class you’re flying, there are different weight limits for your cabin luggage. While two pieces of luggage at 8 kg are allowed in the cabins of most Business Classes, you generally have to limit your belongings to only one piece weighing 8 kg in Economy or Economy Plus. Some airlines like Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific limit your combined carry-on weight to 7 kg. On Ryanair, carry-on luggage has to be below 10 kg, while Air France and KLM allow up to 12 kg. EasyJet is a rare exception with no weight limit for cabin bags. The absolute standard on Lufthansa and Eurowings flights, however, is always around 8 kg.
A Frequent Flyer Tip Before You Go
If you are on a flight that gives you the luxury of an extra personal item in addition to your cabin luggage, you should definitely think about getting a Top Case to keep your keys, change, passport, and extra bits all in one place. It’s made from durable nylon, so it feels premium too. Or, if you want more space and prefer to go hands-free, consider our travel backpack. For tote lovers, our new tote bag slides perfectly over your Horizn luggage handle thanks to the smart strap—ensuring smooth gliding through the airport and less hassle at security while you fumble for your liquids bag and passport!
Considering flying with a larger bag? Have a look at our guide to airline regulations for check-in suitcases.