Carry-on size limits at European airlines
The 13 European airlines we track publish 7 different carry-on sizes, so there is no single European limit. The most common limit is a tie between 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) and 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), each used by 3 of 13 airlines. A bag within 55 × 35 × 20 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in), wheels and handles included, fits all 13 by their published limits.
Every limit is quoted from the airline's own baggage page. Click an airline for its exact wording, fares and the bags that fit.
| Airline | Carry-on | Carry-on weight | Personal item | Fares without a carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aer Lingus | 55 × 40 × 24 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.4 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) | Saver (Europe/UK, incl. Aer Lingus Regional) | 2026-10-20 |
| Air France | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) | 12 kg (26 lb) | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | Basic | 2026-10-20 |
| British Airways | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in) | — | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | — | 2026-10-20 |
| easyJet | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in) | 15 kg (33 lb) | 45 × 36 × 20 cm (17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 in) | Standard fare (no seat or Standard seat); Standard fare with Up Front or Extra Legroom seat; Light (Y) - travel trade channel; Inclusive (B) / Extra (K) - travel trade channel | 2026-10-20 |
| Iberia | 56 × 40 × 25 cm (22 × 15.7 × 9.8 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 30 × 40 × 15 cm (11.8 × 15.7 × 5.9 in) | — | 2026-10-20 |
| Icelandair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | — | 2026-10-20 |
| KLM | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) | 12 kg (26 lb) | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | Economy Basic | 2026-10-20 |
| Lufthansa | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in) | 8 kg (18 lb) | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | Economy Basic | 2026-10-20 |
| Ryanair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) | Basic; Plus; Family Plus | 2026-10-20 |
| Turkish Airlines | 23 × 40 × 55 cm (9.1 × 15.7 × 21.7 in) | 8 kg (18 lb) | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | — | 2026-10-20 |
| Virgin Atlantic | 23 × 36 × 56 cm (9.1 × 14.2 × 22 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) | — | 2026-10-20 |
| Vueling | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) | Fly Light; Luggage Pack (add-on) | 2026-10-20 |
| Wizz Air | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) | Basic | 2026-10-20 |
Carry-ons that fit every European airline
To fit all 13 at once, a bag has to be within 55 × 35 × 20 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in), wheels and handles included.
European carry-on questions
What is the carry-on size limit in Europe?
Each airline sets its own: the 13 European airlines we track publish 7 different sizes. The most common limit is a tie between 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) and 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), each used by 3 of 13 airlines. The smallest by volume is 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in), at Icelandair, Ryanair and Vueling; the largest is 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in), at British Airways and easyJet.
What size carry-on fits every European airline?
One within 55 × 35 × 20 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in), wheels and handles included, fits all 13 by their published limits. 6 carry-ons in our list do; the roomiest is the MATEIN Carry on Backpack, Extra Large Expandable Travel Backpack (40 L).
Is 55 × 40 × 20 cm carry-on size at every European airline?
No. A bag of exactly 55 × 40 × 20 cm fits 10 of the 13 European airlines we track. It is too big for Air France (55 × 35 × 25 cm), KLM (55 × 35 × 25 cm) and Virgin Atlantic (56 × 36 × 23 cm), which allow less on at least one side.
Will a US 22 × 14 × 9 in carry-on fit European airlines?
Only some. A bag of exactly 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) fits 4 of the 13: British Airways, easyJet, Iberia and Virgin Atlantic. By their published limits it is too big for the other 9. 22 × 14 × 9 in at every airline
What is the carry-on weight limit in Europe?
12 of the 13 European airlines we track publish one, from 8 kg (18 lb) at Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines to 15 kg (33 lb) at easyJet. The most common is 10 kg (22 lb), at 7 of them. British Airways states no carry-on weight on the page we quote.
Which European airlines have fares without a carry-on?
8 of the 13 European airlines we track have at least one fare where only the personal item is included: Aer Lingus, Air France, easyJet, KLM, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Vueling and Wizz Air. The table above names the fares.
Do European carry-on limits include wheels and handles?
At 7 of the 13 airlines the limit includes wheels and handles. Wizz Air's limit leaves them out; see its page for the details. 5 don't say. Sizeproof checks every bag's outside size with its wheels and handles, so a bag it calls a fit fits either way.
What size is a personal item in Europe?
The most common personal item limit is 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in), used by 8 of 13 airlines. The largest is 45 × 36 × 20 cm (17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 in), at easyJet. Personal item size at every airline
Gate agents decide on the day. Use these limits to choose a bag, and confirm on your airline's page before you fly. See also carry-on size at every airline and personal item size on budget airlines.