Virgin Atlantic cabin bag size
Everything you can bring on board Virgin Atlantic — sizes, weight and cost.
Virgin Atlantic cabin baggage explained
Virgin Atlantic gives Economy and Premium passengers both a small personal item and a 10 kg cabin bag — a more generous hand-baggage setup than the personal-item-only economy fares common on other long-haul carriers.
What your fare changes
The 40 × 30 × 15 cm personal item and the 56 × 36 × 23 cm cabin bag up to 10 kg are included across Economy and Premium. Upper Class adds a second cabin piece. The weight limit applies to the cabin bag, so pack the heavier items with that ceiling in mind.
What to check before you fly
The 10 kg limit is real and long-haul lockers fill quickly, so a compliant bag can still be gate-checked on a full flight. Keep passports, medication and electronics in the personal item, and count wheels and handles in the 56 × 36 × 23 cm box.
Full baggage allowance
| Allowance | Max size | Weight | Fare | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Personal item / under-seat | 40 × 30 × 15 cm 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in | — | All fares | Free |
Cabin bag / carry-on | 56 × 36 × 23 cm 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in | 10 kg | Economy / Premium | Free |
Worked bag-size example
Take a long-haul cabin bag measuring 55 × 35 × 22 cm and weighing 9 kg. Compare it with the cabin-bag limit of 56 × 36 × 23 cm and 10 kg.
The smallest dimensional margin is 1 cm, so the bag is within the size limit. Its weight margin is 1 kg.
We compare the three outside edges after orientation, including protruding parts. A result with less than 0.5 cm of clearance is marked tight because measuring and packing can change the real size.
Virgin Atlantic baggage FAQ
What size cabin bag can I take on Virgin Atlantic?+
Virgin Atlantic's cabin bag limit is 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in), up to 10 kg. Measure your bag including wheels and handles.
Does Virgin Atlantic include a free personal item?+
Yes — Virgin Atlantic lets you bring a personal item up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm that must fit under the seat in front of you at no extra cost.
How do I check if my bag fits Virgin Atlantic?+
Measure height, width and depth in cm or inches and enter them into the checker — you'll see instantly whether your bag fits Virgin Atlantic for free, is tight, or is over the limit, with the exact margin.
Does Virgin Atlantic Economy include a cabin bag?+
Yes. Economy and Premium include a 56 × 36 × 23 cm cabin bag up to 10 kg plus a 40 × 30 × 15 cm personal item. Upper Class adds a second cabin piece.
What is Virgin Atlantic’s hand luggage weight limit?+
The cabin bag may weigh up to 10 kg, and you must be able to lift it into the overhead locker yourself.
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