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easyJet Cabin Bag Size
Exact easyJet cabin bag dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026, verified against the airline's own published policy on 2026-04-14.
Quick answer
- Carry-on size: up to 22 x 17.7 x 9.8" (56 x 45 x 25 cm)
- Weight limit: 15 kg (33 lb)
- Carry-on fee: from $13
- Personal item: up to 17.7 x 14.1 x 7.9", free on every fare
- Gate-check risk: High
Carry-On Bag
- Max dimensions (in)
- 22 x 17.7 x 9.8"
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 56 x 45 x 25 cm
- Weight limit
- 15 kg (33 lb)
- Fee
- From $13
- Gate-check risk
- High
The large cabin bag requires an Up Front / Extra Legroom / FLEXI / Plus fare, or a paid Hands Free / Cabin Bag upgrade. Otherwise only the small under-seat bag is free.
Personal Item
- Max dimensions (in)
- 17.7 x 14.1 x 7.9"
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 45 x 36 x 20 cm
- Included
- Yes, free
Small cabin bag that fits under the seat in front of you, free on every fare.
See full personal item rules for easyJeteasyJet cabin bag dimensions and bag size
The maximum easyJet cabin bag size is 22 x 17.7 x 9.8 inches, which works out to 56 x 45 x 25 cm. These measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Gate sizers on easyJet match the published limits closely, so a bag marketed as "22 inch" can fail if its wheels push the total past 22 inches. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.
easyJet cabin bag weight limit
easyJet limits carry-on bags to 15 kg (33 lb). Most domestic check-in counters do not weigh carry-ons, but gate agents can pull bags that look heavy. If your bag is over the limit, expect to be asked to check it, sometimes at a higher gate-check fee.
Does easyJet charge for cabin bag bags?
Yes. easyJet charges for carry-on bags on most fares, starting at around $13 when added at booking. Fees climb at every stage: online, airport kiosk, ticket counter, gate. The personal item stays free on every fare. Basic Economy fares on easyJet are the ones where carry-on fees apply most aggressively, since the fare excludes the overhead-bin bag by default.
What bags fit as a easyJet personal item
Common bag types compared against the easyJet personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.
| Bag type | Typical size | On easyJet |
|---|---|---|
| Standard backpack Everyday daypack, laptop backpack | 18 x 13 x 8" | Too big |
| Tote bag Canvas or leather tote | 15 x 14 x 5" | Fits |
| Laptop bag Messenger or slim briefcase | 16 x 12 x 4" | Fits |
| Small duffel Gym or weekender | 18 x 11 x 11" | Too big |
| Purse Handbag or crossbody | 12 x 10 x 5" | Fits |
| Under-seat roller Mini wheeled bag | 16 x 14 x 8" | Too big |
easyJet carry-on by fare class
| Fare | Carry-on | Personal item | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Not included | Included | Free small cabin bag up to 45x36x20 cm and 15 kg that must go under the seat. Large cabin bag is a paid add-on. |
| Standard Plus | Included | Included | Includes the large cabin bag (56x45x25 cm). |
| FLEXI | Included | Included | Includes the large cabin bag and a hold bag. |
| easyJet Plus membership | Included | Included | Members get the large cabin bag included on every flight. |
| Up Front / Extra Legroom seats | Not included | Included | Since June 2023 these seats no longer include a large cabin bag; it must be purchased separately. |
Avoiding gate-check on easyJet
Small bag alone is fine for short trips. If you want a 56x45x25 cm roller, either book Standard Plus or FLEXI, join easyJet Plus, or add the large cabin bag online before the airport, where it is far cheaper than at the gate.
Common easyJet carry-on mistakes
- Thinking Up Front or Extra Legroom seats still include a large cabin bag. easyJet removed that benefit in June 2023.
- Confusing the 45x36x20 cm small bag (free, 15 kg) with the 56x45x25 cm large bag (paid).
- Showing up at the gate with an unpaid large bag. It goes in the hold for a gate fee.
What happens if your bag does not fit on easyJet
Any bag brought to the gate outside your booked allowance is placed in the hold at the gate and charged.
easyJet vs Ryanair carry-on
easyJet's free small bag (45x36x20 cm, up to 15 kg) is physically larger and heavier-capacity than Ryanair's (40x20x25 cm, no stated weight), which is why many Ryanair-fail backpacks still pass on easyJet. The paid or bundled large bag is 56x45x25 cm at 15 kg on easyJet versus 55x40x20 cm at 10 kg on Ryanair, so the easyJet upgrade fits more and weighs more. easyJet bundles the large bag into FLEXI and easyJet Plus, while Ryanair only sells it via Priority & 2 Cabin Bags. Ryanair is cheaper if you can live with just an under-seat bag; easyJet is the better deal the moment you need overhead space.
See Ryanair carry-on sizeFrequently asked questions
What is the easyJet carry-on size limit?
easyJet allows carry-on bags up to 22 x 17.7 x 9.8" (56 x 45 x 25 cm), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 15 kg (33 lb).
What are the easyJet carry-on dimensions in cm?
The easyJet carry-on size limit in centimeters is 56 x 45 x 25 cm. In inches that converts to 22 x 17.7 x 9.8". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.
What is the easyJet carry-on weight limit?
easyJet limits carry-on bags to 15 kg (33 lb). Overweight carry-ons are usually asked to be checked at the gate, which can trigger a gate-check fee.
Does easyJet charge for carry-on bags?
Yes. easyJet charges for carry-on bags on most fares, starting around $13 when added at booking. Fees climb at each stage, from online to kiosk to gate. The personal item stays free on every fare. Basic Economy is the fare where the carry-on fee applies most aggressively.
What is the easyJet personal item size?
The personal item on easyJet must fit within 17.7 x 14.1 x 7.9" (45 x 36 x 20 cm) and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Small cabin bag that fits under the seat in front of you, free on every fare.
Will my bag be gate-checked on easyJet?
easyJet currently has a high gate-check risk based on our review of boarding policies and traveler reports. Plan on your carry-on being sized at the gate and be prepared to pay if it does not fit the sizer.
Can I bring a carry-on on easyJet Standard (default)?
Yes. easyJet Standard (default) passengers can bring one carry-on bag plus one personal item.
Does a 22-inch suitcase fit as a easyJet carry-on?
Usually yes. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on suitcase fits within the easyJet carry-on limit of 22 x 17.7 x 9.8". Confirm your specific bag measures under the limit with wheels and handles included.
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Sources & verification
Last verified 2026-04-14 against the official easyJet policy at https://www.easyjet.com/en/help/baggage/cabin-bag-and-hold-luggage . Airlines change their rules without notice, so always confirm with easyJet before flying.