Jetstar carry-on and personal item size
Jetstar allows a carry-on up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in). It publishes no size for personal items.
The limits below are quoted from Jetstar's baggage rules. Sizes include wheels and handles unless noted.
Maximum 2 items 1 main item + 1 small item = combined weight 7kg ... Small item Includes items such as a handbag or thin laptop bag; must fit under seat.
Check it on Jetstar's site jetstar.com · confirmed 20 Oct 2026
Weight limit: 15 lb (7 kg).
These allowances apply if you're travelling before 02 February 2027 or with Jetstar Japan (GK). Your carry-on allowance depends on the type of fare you've purchased. If you have a Starter fare, your carry-on allowance is 2 items with a combined weight of 7kg. ... Maximum 2 items 1 main item + 1 small item = combined weight 7kg Main item Must fit in the overhead locker and not exceed 56cm (H) x 36cm (W) x 23cm (D).
Check it on Jetstar's site jetstar.com · confirmed 20 Oct 2026
Find a carry-on that fitsWhich fares include a carry-on
| Fare | Carry-on included | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter fare | Yes | 2 items, 7 kg combined (main item 56x36x23 cm + small under-seat item). JQ flights from 2 Feb 2027: one underseat bag only (40x30x20 cm); overhead bag needs Priority Carry-on. |
| Mini bundle (selected shorter JQ domestic flights) | Yes | 7 kg. From 2 Feb 2027: underseat bag only. |
| Boost bundle | Yes | 7 kg + checked-bag discount. From 2 Feb 2027: underseat bag only. |
| Packed bundle (named More before 22 Sep 2026) | Yes | 7 kg + 20 kg checked. From 2 Feb 2027: underseat bag only. |
| Starter Plus | Yes | 7 kg + 20 kg checked. From 2 Feb 2027 on JQ: underseat bag only. |
| Flex | Yes | 7 kg on JQ international and GK, 14 kg on JQ domestic. Flex bought from 5 Aug 2026 for JQ flights from 2 Feb 2027: underseat bag + 'Baggage choice' of Priority Carry-on (overhead bag 56x36x23 cm) or 20 kg checked; if Priority Carry-on is sold out, only the checked bag is offered. |
| Flex Plus | Yes | 7 kg + 20 kg checked. From 2 Feb 2027 on JQ: underseat bag only (per its product guide). |
| Max (JQ international) | Yes | 7 kg + 25 kg checked. From 2 Feb 2027: underseat bag only. |
| Business Class / Business Max (JQ international, B787) | Yes | 14 kg shared across 2 items (main item 56x36x23 cm), no single bag over 10 kg. From 2 Feb 2027: underseat bag 40x30x20 cm + overhead bag 56x36x23 cm, max 10 kg each. Garment bag (114x60x11 cm) allowed in addition. |
| +7kg Extra Carry-On (add-on) | Yes | Raises 7 kg to 14 kg (main item max 10 kg). Selected routes, subject to availability. Flights before 2 Feb 2027 and GK only. |
| Priority Carry-on (add-on, JQ flights from 2 Feb 2027) | Yes | Adds one overhead bag 56x36x23 cm to the included underseat bag, max 10 kg per bag, priority boarding. Limited per flight, until sold out; does not guarantee locker space. |
| Flex Carry (travel agents / third parties) | Yes | Priority Carry-on included: underseat bag 40x30x20 cm + overhead bag 56x36x23 cm, max 10 kg per bag. |
Carry-ons that fit Jetstar
- Osprey Sojourn Porter 46L Travel Pack46 L
- Laktru Carry On Duffle Bag 45L with Shoe Compartment 45L45 L
- Osprey Daylite Carry-On Travel Pack 4444 L
- Briggs & Riley Sympatico Essential 22" Carry-On Expandable Spinner41 L
- Eagle Creek Tour Travel Pack 40L40 L
- Gieury Expandable Carry On Backpack 40L-50L (Shoe Compartment)40 L
- JARWAM 17" Travel Laptop Backpack 40L (F100)40 L
- MATEIN Carry on Backpack, Extra Large Expandable Travel Backpack40 L
- Narwey Carry On Foldable Travel Duffel 40L with Wet Pocket40 L
- Osprey Fairview 40 Travel Pack Women's40 L
- Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Pack Men's40 L
- Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 40L40 L
Jetstar bag size questions
What is the Jetstar personal item size?
Jetstar doesn't publish a personal item size.
What is the Jetstar carry-on size?
Jetstar's carry-on limit is 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in), weighing up to 15 lb (7 kg).
Do Jetstar size limits include wheels and handles?
The baggage page doesn't say whether the carry-on limit includes wheels and handles. Sizeproof checks each bag's outside size, wheels and handles included.
Which Jetstar fares include a carry-on?
Included: Starter fare; Mini bundle (selected shorter JQ domestic flights); Boost bundle; Packed bundle (named More before 22 Sep 2026); Starter Plus; Flex; Flex Plus; Max (JQ international); Business Class / Business Max (JQ international, B787); +7kg Extra Carry-On (add-on); Priority Carry-on (add-on, JQ flights from 2 Feb 2027); Flex Carry (travel agents / third parties).
Will a 22 × 14 × 9 in carry-on fit Jetstar?
Yes. A bag of exactly 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) is within Jetstar's carry-on limit of 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in), with little room to spare. Carry-on size at every airline
Which bags fit Jetstar?
By their listed size, wheels and handles included, 56 carry-ons in our list fit Jetstar's limits. Jetstar publishes no personal item size, so personal items can't be checked against it. Find one in the finder
When were these Jetstar limits last checked?
Our weekly check last found these limits on Jetstar's own page on 20 Oct 2026. Airlines change their rules, so confirm before you fly.
Source
- Jetstar: Carry-on baggage (JQ before 2 Feb 2027, and Jetstar Japan)airline page
- Jetstar: Updates to carry-on baggage (JQ from 2 Feb 2027)airline page
- Jetstar: Carry-on baggage, what can I bring on board?airline page
- Jetstar newsroom, 5 Aug 2026: Jetstar to update its carry-on baggage modelairline page
- Jetstar: Fare rules and product guidesairline page
- Jetstar: Flex bundle product guide, flights from 2 Feb 2027airline page
- Jetstar: Jetstar Asia (3K) closureairline page
We check Jetstar's page every week; the limits were last found there on 20 Oct 2026. Airlines change these rules, so confirm on Jetstar's page before you fly.
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