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Aegean Airlines Carry-On Size 2026 56 x 45 x 25 cm
By Caden SorensonVerified Nov 2026Sourced from the official Aegean Airlines policy
Exact Aegean Airlines carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.
Quick answer
Aegean Airlines carry-on bags can be up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8"), with a 8 kg (17.6 lb) weight limit, and no carry-on fee on any fare, including the Light fare.
- Carry-on size: up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8")
- Weight limit: 8 kg (17.6 lb)
- Carry-on fee: free on every fare, including the Light fare
- Personal item: must fit under the seat, free on every fare
- Gate-check risk: Low
- Last verified: Nov 2026
Carry-On Bag
- Max dimensions (cm)
- 56 x 45 x 25 cm
- Max dimensions (in)
- 22 x 17.7 x 9.8"
- Weight limit
- 8 kg (17.6 lb)
- Fee
- Free
- Gate-check risk
- Low
One carry-on up to 8 kg and 56 x 45 x 25 cm on Airbus jets (55 x 40 x 23 cm on ATR turboprops), plus a personal item, on Flex, Family, and ComfortFlex fares. The Light fare includes one cabin piece in total: either the personal item or the 8 kg carry-on. If cabin storage fills up, Light fare carry-ons are checked at the gate free of charge. Infants get their own 6 kg cabin bag.
Personal Item
- Max dimensions (cm)
- Not published
- Max dimensions (in)
- Not published
- Included
- Yes, free
- Weight
- Not published
A handbag or thin laptop case placed under the seat in front of you. Aegean publishes no exact dimensions. Included on every fare, but on the Light fare it is the single cabin piece unless you bring the carry-on instead.
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Alliance and loyalty
- Alliance
- Star Alliance
- Loyalty program
- Miles+Bonus
Aegean Airlines cabin bag dimensions and bag size
The maximum Aegean Airlines carry-on size is 56 x 45 x 25 cm, which works out to 22 x 17.7 x 9.8 inches. These measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets, so a bag marketed as "22 inch" can go over if its wheels push the total past 56 cm. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.
Aegean Airlines carry-on weight limit
Aegean Airlines limits carry-on bags to 8 kg (17.6 lb).
Does Aegean Airlines charge for carry-on bags?
No. Aegean Airlines includes a free carry-on bag on every fare, including the Light fare, which allows one cabin piece in total: the carry-on or the personal item, not both.
What bags fit as an Aegean Airlines personal item
Common bag types compared against the Aegean Airlines personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.
| Bag type | Typical size | On Aegean Airlines |
|---|---|---|
Standard backpack Everyday daypack, laptop backpack | 18 x 13 x 8" | Under-seat only |
Tote bag Canvas or leather tote | 15 x 14 x 5" | Under-seat only |
Laptop bag Messenger or slim briefcase | 16 x 12 x 4" | Under-seat only |
Small duffel Gym or weekender | 18 x 11 x 11" | Under-seat only |
Purse Handbag or crossbody | 12 x 10 x 5" | Under-seat only |
Under-seat roller Mini wheeled bag | 16 x 14 x 8" | Under-seat only |
Aegean Airlines carry-on by fare class
| Fare | Carry-on | Personal item | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light | Included | Included | One cabin piece in total, either the personal item or an 8 kg carry-on. No checked bag. |
| Flex | Included | Included | Personal item plus 8 kg carry-on. No checked bag included. |
| Family | Included | Included | Personal item plus 8 kg carry-on; prepaid checked bags cost half the Light fare price. |
| ComfortFlex | Included | Included | Personal item, 8 kg carry-on, and one 23 kg checked bag included. |
| Business | Included | Included | Personal item, 8 kg carry-on, and two 23 kg checked bags included. |
Aegean Airlines overhead bin size by aircraft
Aegean's Airbus A320-family jets take a 56 x 45 x 25 cm carry-on, but Olympic Air ATR turboprops on Greek island hops are limited to 55 x 40 x 23 cm, so pack to the smaller size if your itinerary includes a domestic connection. Each passenger may check in a maximum of five items in total, including pets and sports equipment.
What counts as a personal item on Aegean Airlines
Allowed
- Handbag
- Thin laptop case
Common Aegean Airlines carry-on mistakes
- Bringing both a carry-on and a personal item on the Light fare. Light includes one cabin piece in total, not two.
- Packing to the 56 x 45 x 25 cm jet limit for an itinerary with an ATR island hop, where the limit drops to 55 x 40 x 23 cm.
- Assuming the Flex fare includes a checked bag. Only ComfortFlex and Business do; Flex adds the second cabin piece and flexibility, not hold luggage.
What happens if your bag does not fit on Aegean Airlines
Cabin bags over the size or weight limits are checked through to the final destination and fees may apply. Light fare passengers whose carry-on does not fit a full cabin have it checked free at boarding, with a baggage receipt issued at the gate; remove laptops, cameras, and power banks first.
Aegean Airlines vs easyJet carry-on
For UK and European travelers heading to Greece the practical comparison is Aegean against easyJet. Aegean's cheapest Light fare always includes one cabin piece up to 8 kg, which can be a full 56 x 45 x 25 cm carry-on, and gate-checks it free when the cabin fills. easyJet's standard fare includes only the 45 x 36 x 20 cm under-seat bag, with the same-size 56 x 45 x 25 cm large cabin bag sold as a paid add-on. Aegean is the more generous default and adds Star Alliance miles and onboard service; easyJet often wins on headline price, and its 15 kg paid cabin bag allowance beats Aegean's 8 kg if you genuinely need the weight.
See easyJet carry-on sizeAegean Airlines checked baggage fees
* The 1st bag price is the figure Aegean Airlines publishes, in the currency it prints, and it varies by route, timing, and fare.
Light, Flex, and Family fares include no checked bag; ComfortFlex includes one 23 kg bag and Business includes two. Bag fees vary by fare family, route, and date. Aegean's Canadian-dollar price list gives a prepaid bag up to 23 kg as CAD 30-95 on international flights (CAD 45-110 at the airport) and CAD 14-56 on domestic flights; prepaid bags on the Family fare cost half the Light fare price. Standard bags max 23 kg and 158 linear cm. Overweight bags (23-32 kg) incur an extra charge, and anything over 32 kg must go as cargo. Adding bags through the call center after ticketing costs an extra €8 service fee per passenger, and prepaid baggage is non-refundable on voluntary cancellations. Miles+Bonus Gold and Star Alliance Gold members get one extra 23 kg bag (two total on ComfortFlex).
Ways to skip the Aegean Airlines checked bag fee
- Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Aegean Airlines carry-on size.
- Check your Miles+Bonus status. See whether your tier includes a free checked bag on Aegean Airlines.
Aegean Airlines special items & sports equipment
- Ski / snowboard
- In EURsee details below
- Golf clubs
- In EURsee details below
- Bicycle
- In EURsee details below
- Pet in cabin
- Varies by route
- Pet as cargo
- Not published
Musical instruments: Booked only through the Aegean call center. Free as carry-on in a hard case up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm and 8 kg; larger ones need a cabin seat or are checked at €35-80.
Sports equipment has its own fee per item, prepaid or at the airport: bicycle €55 or €70, skis €50 or €70, snowboard €50, surfboard €60 or €70, and golf bags €35 on domestic routes or €45 on international routes (free for Miles+Bonus Gold). Other oversized items are charged by size and weight: €35 up to 15 kg and 1.40 m, €55 for 15-32 kg and up to 2 m, €80 over 2 m. Sports equipment can be added at booking, through Manage My Booking, or at online check-in; on ATR turboprop flights no item may exceed 1.70 m. Pets (cats and dogs only): in cabin €39 on domestic Greek flights or €72 international, max 8 kg including the container; in the hold €50-120 for medium (8-25 kg, container up to 71 x 52 x 55 cm) or €90-190 for large (over 25 kg, container up to 105 x 75 x 79 cm) depending on route and connections. Each passenger may carry five items in total including bags, pets, and equipment. The cabin container may not exceed 55 x 40 x 23 cm (40 x 25 x 25 cm on ATR and DH8-100 aircraft), and a soft-sided carrier is recommended. Pets to Dubai and Abu Dhabi travel as cargo only; pets to the UK go only to London Heathrow as cargo, and from the UK they may fly in the cabin or hold except from London Gatwick (cargo only). Trained service dogs fly free in the cabin.
Aegean Airlines basic economy restrictions
- Carry-on allowed
- Yes
- Personal item allowed
- Yes
- Checked bag surcharge
- Not published
- One cabin piece in total: the under-seat personal item or the 8 kg carry-on, not both
- No checked bag included; extra pieces or weight can be added
- If overhead lockers fill up, the carry-on is checked at the gate free of charge
Frequently asked questions
What is the Aegean Airlines carry-on size limit?
Aegean Airlines allows carry-on bags up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 8 kg (17.6 lb).
What are the Aegean Airlines carry-on dimensions in cm?
The Aegean Airlines 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 Aegean Airlines hand luggage allowance?
Aegean Airlines hand luggage (the cabin bag that goes in the overhead bin) can measure up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm and weigh up to 8 kg. A personal item that fits under the seat is included on every fare, but on the Light fare it is the one cabin piece: the personal item or the carry-on, not both.
What is the Aegean Airlines carry-on weight limit?
Aegean Airlines limits carry-on bags to 8 kg (17.6 lb).
Does Aegean Airlines charge for carry-on bags?
No. Aegean Airlines includes a free carry-on bag on every fare, including the Light fare, which allows one cabin piece in total: the carry-on or the personal item, not both.
What is the Aegean Airlines personal item size?
Aegean Airlines does not publish personal item dimensions. A handbag or thin laptop case placed under the seat in front of you. Aegean publishes no exact dimensions. Included on every fare, but on the Light fare it is the single cabin piece unless you bring the carry-on instead.
Will my bag be gate-checked on Aegean Airlines?
Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on Aegean Airlines as Low. It is our own rating, not a figure Aegean Airlines publishes. Overhead bin space is usually sufficient on full flights.
Can I bring a carry-on on Aegean Airlines Light?
Yes. Aegean Airlines Light includes a carry-on allowance. One cabin piece in total: the under-seat personal item or the 8 kg carry-on, not both.
Does a 22-inch suitcase fit as an Aegean Airlines carry-on?
Usually yes. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on suitcase fits within the Aegean Airlines carry-on limit of 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8"). Confirm your specific bag measures under the limit with wheels and handles included.
Does a backpack count as a personal item on Aegean Airlines?
Aegean Airlines does not publish exact personal item dimensions. Our guidance: a small daypack that slides fully under the seat is the safest choice; oversized hiking or travel backpacks count as a carry-on.
Is there a weight limit for personal items on Aegean Airlines?
Aegean Airlines does not publish a weight limit for personal items. The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.
How much does a checked bag cost on Aegean Airlines?
On international flights, the first checked bag on Aegean Airlines costs CAD 30-95. The price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. This figure comes from the official baggage information published by Aegean Airlines, checked in October 2026.
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Sources
Facts, costs, and travel details in this carry-on guide were verified against the following sources. See our research methodology for how we vet and update data.
- Aegean Airlines: Add baggage accessed 2026-11-02
- Aegean Airlines: Baggage allowance accessed 2026-11-02
- Aegean Airlines: Milesandbonus accessed 2026-10-28
- Aegean Airlines: Prices additional services canadian dollars accessed 2026-10-16
- Aegean Airlines: Special baggage accessed 2026-11-02
- Aegean Airlines: Traveling with pet accessed 2026-11-02
- Star Alliance: Members accessed 2026-10-28
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