VS · checked 2026-10-19

Virgin Atlantic carry-on and personal item size

The limits below are quoted from Virgin Atlantic's baggage rules. Sizes include wheels and handles unless noted.

Personal item

40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in)

In addition to your hand baggage allowance, all customers can also bring one under seat bag, such as a handbag, laptop bag, or small rucksack, regardless of the cabin. ... All cabins | 1 bag/Item | 40cm x 30cm x 15cm (16in x 12in x in)

Inches converted: Virgin's own inch figure is printed as '16in x 12in x in' (depth missing). No weight stated.

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Carry-on

23 × 36 × 56 cm (9.1 × 14.2 × 22 in)

Weight limit: 22 lb (10 kg).

Economy Light | 1 bag | 10kg (22lbs) | 23 × 36 × 56cm (9 × 14 × 22in)

Recorded in Virgin's order (23 x 36 x 56). Wheels/handles not addressed. 'From 23rd March 2026, bags that are over the allowance may incur a £65 charge and placed in the hold'. Upper Class: up to 2 bags, 12kg for one or 16kg combined.

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Which fares include a carry-on

Fare	Carry-on included	Notes
Economy Light	Yes	1 bag, 10kg.
Economy Classic	Yes
Economy Delight	Yes
Premium	Yes
Upper Class	Yes	Up to 2 bags.

Personal items that fit Virgin Atlantic

No personal item in our list fits this limit by its listed size.

Carry-ons that fit Virgin Atlantic

Source

Checked 2026-10-19. Airlines change these rules, so confirm on Virgin Atlantic's page before you fly.