Virgin Atlantic Baggage Policy

Virgin Atlantic allows a carry-on bag up to 22 x 14.2 x 9.1" (56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. The weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

Virgin Atlantic does not publish strict personal item dimensions. Your bag must fit fully under the seat in front of you, which is typically about 18 x 14 x 8 inches. A small handbag or laptop bag is permitted in addition to the main cabin bag.

The first checked bag on Virgin Atlantic costs $0 on most domestic economy fares, and the second bag costs Not published. On long-haul international routes, the first checked bag fee is $0. Economy Classic and Delight include 1 checked bag up to 23 kg / 51 lb at 90 x 75 x 43 cm (about 82 linear in). Economy Light includes NO checked bag; adding one online starts at £65 (about $85). Overweight bags up to 32 kg / 70 lb cost £65 / $100; oversize bags (over 90 x 75 x 43 cm) cost £200 / $300. Max single bag 32 kg / 70 lb.

Bags weighing 51 to 70 lb incur an overweight fee of $100. Oversize bags between 63 and 80 linear inches are $300. Fees are charged in addition to the standard checked bag fee.

Yes. Virgin Atlantic Economy Light passengers can bring one carry-on bag plus one personal item. A checked bag on Economy Light costs around $85.

Four common ways: (1) pack in a carry-on and personal item only (confirm your bag fits the Virgin Atlantic carry-on size of 22 x 14.2 x 9.1"); (2) hold a Virgin Atlantic co-branded credit card, which typically waives the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions on the same reservation; (3) reach elite status in the airline's frequent flyer program, where mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction; (4) book a higher fare class (Premium Economy, Business, First) where checked bags are included.

Virgin Atlantic currently has a low gate-check risk based on our review of boarding policies and traveler reports. Overhead bin space is usually sufficient on full flights.