easyJet Baggage Allowance 2026: Cabin Bag Sizes, Weight Limits and Fees
Emnan ButtA complete guide to easyJet cabin bags, under-seat luggage, overhead cases, hold baggage, weight limits and oversized-bag charges.
Updated July 2026Understanding easyJet’s baggage rules before you arrive at the airport can help you avoid unexpected charges and the inconvenience of having a cabin bag transferred to the aircraft hold.
Every easyJet passenger can bring one small cabin bag free of charge. It must fit beneath the seat in front and remain within the airline’s maximum dimensions.
A second, larger cabin bag is only included when it has been purchased or provided through an eligible fare or membership benefit.
This guide explains the current sizes, weight limits, hold-luggage options and practical packing steps for easyJet passengers.
Every passenger gets one small under-seat bag. An overhead cabin bag must be booked or included in an eligible fare.
easyJet Baggage Allowance at a Glance
All passengers can bring one small cabin bag measuring no more than 45 × 36 × 20 cm. A large cabin bag can measure up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm. Each cabin bag can weigh up to 15 kg, but the passenger must be able to lift and carry it independently.
One small bag for every passenger. It must fit completely beneath the seat in front.
Must be booked separately or included with an eligible fare or easyJet Plus benefit.
Additional weight can be purchased in increments, up to a maximum of 32 kg per bag.
easyJet Baggage Allowances
Small Cabin Bag
Maximum dimensions of 45 × 36 × 20 cm, including wheels and handles. It must fit under the seat.
Large Cabin Bag
Maximum dimensions of 56 × 45 × 25 cm. It is stored in the overhead locker and includes Speedy Boarding when booked.
Hold Bag
The standard allowance is 23 kg. Other bookable allowances may include 15 kg, 26 kg, 29 kg or 32 kg.
Small Cabin Bag Rules
Included with Every Booking
Every passenger may bring one small cabin bag at no additional cost. The dimensions include handles, external pockets and wheels.
The bag must fit beneath the seat in front of you. Suitable options include a compact backpack, small holdall, handbag, laptop bag or correctly sized under-seat trolley case.
The maximum weight is 15 kg, but you must be able to carry and lift the bag without assistance.
Your personal handbag is not automatically an extra item
A handbag, laptop bag or shopping bag normally counts as your small cabin bag unless your booking includes a second large cabin bag. Place smaller personal items inside the permitted bag before boarding.
Large Cabin Bag Rules
Stored in the Overhead Locker
The large cabin bag is not included automatically with every standard booking. It can be purchased separately or included through certain fares and easyJet Plus benefits.
It must fit inside the overhead locker and remain within the dimensions of 56 × 45 × 25 cm, including wheels and handles.
A booked large cabin bag can weigh up to 15 kg. Passengers booking one also receive Speedy Boarding.
A seat upgrade does not always guarantee a large cabin bag
Check the exact benefits shown in your booking. If a seat is automatically allocated, the seat location alone does not necessarily change your baggage allowance.
Cabin Bag Comparison
| Bag type | Maximum dimensions | Maximum weight | Storage | Included? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small cabin bag | 45 × 36 × 20 cm | 15 kg | Under the seat | Free for everyone |
| Large cabin bag | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 15 kg | Overhead locker | Booked or included |
| Standard hold bag | No standard published size limit | 23 kg | Aircraft hold | Usually purchased |
| Maximum hold bag | Subject to handling rules | 32 kg | Aircraft hold | Extra weight required |
easyJet Hold Luggage Allowance
easyJet’s standard hold-luggage allowance is 23 kg. Passengers may also be offered other bookable weights, including 15 kg, 26 kg, 29 kg and 32 kg.
Extra weight can be purchased before travel, with 32 kg being the maximum permitted weight for a single checked bag.
No single bag should exceed the maximum handling limit, even when passengers travelling together have a larger combined allowance.
Do not rely only on the combined booking allowance
Passengers travelling together may sometimes share their total purchased weight, but an individual suitcase must never exceed 32 kg.
What Happens If Your Cabin Bag Is Too Large?
easyJet may ask passengers to place their cabin bags inside a baggage gauge at the airport. Handles, wheels and side pockets must remain within the permitted measurements.
A bag exceeding the allowance may be transferred to the hold and an airport baggage fee may apply.
Airport fees are generally higher than purchasing the correct allowance online before the flight.
Measure the fully packed bag
A soft backpack may fit when empty but become too deep after packing. Measure the widest and deepest points after closing every zip and external pocket.
Does easyJet Weigh Cabin Bags?
easyJet states that both small and large cabin bags may weigh up to 15 kg. The passenger must be able to lift and carry the bag safely without assistance.
Although cabin bags may not be weighed on every journey, passengers should not assume that weight checks will never take place.
A very heavy bag may also be difficult to place beneath a seat or lift into an overhead locker.
easyJet Baggage Rules for Children and Babies
A child with their own booked seat normally receives the cabin-bag allowance associated with their booking.
An infant travelling on an adult’s lap does not necessarily receive the same standard cabin-bag allowance as a seated passenger.
easyJet provides specific allowances for certain infant equipment, such as pushchairs, travel cots or car seats. Check the current booking details before departure.
Sports Equipment
Sports equipment is normally booked separately from standard hold luggage. easyJet divides equipment into small and large categories, with different fees and weight allowances.
Examples may include golf clubs, skis, snowboards, bicycles, diving equipment and sporting firearms where legally permitted.
Space can be limited, so equipment should be reserved before arriving at the airport.
Musical Instruments
A small musical instrument can travel in place of a small cabin bag when the instrument and its case remain within 45 × 36 × 20 cm.
Instruments fitting within the large cabin-bag allowance can travel in the overhead locker when the passenger has the required large-bag allowance.
Certain larger instruments may require a separate seat or hold arrangements. Confirm the instrument’s dimensions before booking.
Liquids, Batteries and Restricted Items
Liquids
Liquids carried through airport security must follow the rules of the departure airport. These rules are separate from easyJet’s cabin-bag dimensions.
Power Banks
Power banks and spare lithium batteries should remain in cabin baggage and must not be placed inside checked luggage.
Sharp or Dangerous Items
Knives, certain tools, flammable products and other dangerous goods may be prohibited or limited. Always check easyJet’s dangerous-goods guidance before packing.
How to Avoid easyJet Baggage Fees
Check Your Booking
Confirm whether your fare includes only the small under-seat bag or also includes a large overhead cabin bag.
Measure Handles and Wheels
The complete bag must fit inside the dimensions. Do not measure only the main body of the suitcase.
Pack Before Measuring
Soft bags often expand after packing. Close every zip and measure the deepest point.
Weigh the Bag at Home
Keep each cabin bag within 15 kg and each checked suitcase within its purchased allowance.
Book Extra Luggage Online
Adding baggage before reaching the airport is usually cheaper than paying an airport bag fee.
Keep Essentials in the Small Bag
Store travel documents, medicine, valuables and batteries in the bag that will remain with you.
Common easyJet Baggage Mistakes
Bringing Two Bags on a Basic Fare
A handbag and backpack may count as two separate cabin bags.
Ignoring Wheels
Wheels and handles are included in the maximum dimensions.
Overpacking a Soft Bag
Bulging side pockets can make a correctly labelled bag too large.
Assuming Every Seat Includes a Bag
Check the exact baggage benefit shown in the booking confirmation.
Waiting Until the Airport
Last-minute baggage charges can be significantly more expensive.
Packing Batteries in the Hold
Power banks and spare lithium batteries belong in cabin baggage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size bag can I take on easyJet for free?
Every passenger can bring one small cabin bag measuring no more than 45 × 36 × 20 cm. It must fit under the seat in front.
What is the easyJet large cabin bag size?
The maximum large cabin-bag dimensions are 56 × 45 × 25 cm, including handles and wheels.
How much can an easyJet cabin bag weigh?
Small and large cabin bags can weigh up to 15 kg, but the passenger must be able to lift and carry the bag independently.
Can I take a handbag and a cabin bag?
Only when your booking includes both a small and large cabin bag. Otherwise, the handbag normally counts as your single free item.
Does an easyJet large cabin bag include Speedy Boarding?
Yes. Passengers who book a large cabin bag receive Speedy Boarding.
What is the standard easyJet hold-bag allowance?
The standard hold-bag allowance is 23 kg. Other bookable weights may be available.
What is the maximum checked-bag weight?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg.
Can two passengers share hold-luggage weight?
Passengers on the same booking may be able to share their combined purchased allowance, but no individual bag can exceed 32 kg.
What happens if my cabin bag is oversized?
It may be placed in the aircraft hold and an airport baggage fee may be charged.
Does easyJet measure cabin bags?
Airport staff can require a bag to fit inside the easyJet baggage gauge before boarding.
Are wheels included in easyJet measurements?
Yes. Wheels, handles and external pockets are included in the maximum bag dimensions.
Can I take a backpack as my free easyJet bag?
Yes, provided the packed backpack does not exceed 45 × 36 × 20 cm and fits beneath the seat.
Can I put a power bank in easyJet hold luggage?
No. Power banks and spare lithium batteries should remain in cabin baggage.
Is it cheaper to add luggage online?
easyJet advises passengers to purchase baggage online to avoid higher airport bag fees.
Can I take a musical instrument on easyJet?
Yes, subject to the instrument’s dimensions and your cabin-bag allowance. Larger instruments may require additional arrangements.
Official easyJet Sources
Important travel information
Airline fares, baggage benefits, fees and operational policies can change. Check the baggage allowance displayed in your individual booking and review easyJet’s official website before travelling. easyJet is a third-party trademark and is not affiliated with Easy Luggage.