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Austrian Airlines Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 23 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official Austrian Airlines policy

Exact Austrian Airlines carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.

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  1. Quick answer
  2. Austrian Airlines dimensions
  3. Weight limit
  4. Carry-on fee
  5. Bag fit matrix
  6. Fare class breakdown
  7. What counts as a personal item
  8. Common mistakes
  9. vs Lufthansa
  10. Checked bag fees
  11. Special items
  12. Basic economy
  13. FAQ
  14. Sources

Quick answer

Austrian Airlines carry-on bags can be up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1"), with a 8 kg (17.6 lb) weight limit, and no carry-on fee except on the Economy Basic fare, which includes a personal item only.

  • Carry-on size: up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1")
  • Weight limit: 8 kg (17.6 lb)
  • Carry-on fee: free except on the Economy Basic fare (personal item only)
  • Personal item: up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9"), free on every fare
  • Gate-check risk: Medium
  • Last verified: Oct 2026
Austrian Airlines carry-on maximum size, 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 inches)55 cm (21.7")23 cm (9.1")40 cm(15.7")LHW
Austrian Airlines maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Carry-On Bag

Max dimensions (cm)
55 x 40 x 23 cm
Max dimensions (in)
21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1"
Weight limit
8 kg (17.6 lb)
Fee
Free
Gate-check risk
Medium

On short- and medium-haul, Economy Basic includes only a 40 x 30 x 15 cm personal item; Economy Light, Comfort and Flex add one 55 x 40 x 23 cm carry-on up to 8 kg, and Business allows two. Star Alliance Gold, Senator and HON Circle members get one carry-on free on Basic. The 8 kg weight limit is enforced.

Personal Item

Max dimensions (cm)
40 x 30 x 15 cm
Max dimensions (in)
15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9"
Included
Yes, free
Weight
Not published

Handbag, laptop bag, or similar.

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Alliance and loyalty

Alliance
Star Alliance
Loyalty program
Miles & More
Official partner airlines

Austrian Airlines cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Austrian Airlines carry-on size is 55 x 40 x 23 cm, which works out to 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 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 55 cm. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.

Austrian Airlines carry-on weight limit

Austrian Airlines limits carry-on bags to 8 kg (17.6 lb).

Does Austrian Airlines charge for carry-on bags?

No. Austrian Airlines includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the Economy Basic fare, which includes a personal item only. Check your specific fare rules before you book.

What bags fit as an Austrian Airlines personal item

Common bag types compared against the Austrian Airlines personal item limit. Sizes are typical retail dimensions and vary by brand.

Bag typeTypical sizeOn Austrian Airlines
Standard backpack
Everyday daypack, laptop backpack
18 x 13 x 8"Too big
Tote bag
Canvas or leather tote
15 x 14 x 5"Too big
Laptop bag
Messenger or slim briefcase
16 x 12 x 4"Too big
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

Austrian Airlines carry-on by fare class

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
Economy BasicNot includedIncludedEconomy Basic is sold on European routes, with 1 personal item up to 40x30x15 cm and no overhead carry-on (Star Alliance Gold, Senator and HON Circle members get 1 free).
Economy LightIncludedIncluded55x40x23 cm 8 kg carry-on included; no free checked bag, add-on from approx EUR 15 in advance.
Economy ClassicIncludedIncluded1 x 23 kg checked bag included (158 cm linear).
Economy FlexIncludedIncluded1 x 23 kg checked bag included; changes and refunds more flexible.
BusinessIncludedIncluded2 carry-on bags at 55x40x23 cm, 8 kg each.

What counts as a personal item on Austrian Airlines

Allowed

  • Handbag
  • Laptop bag
  • Shoulder-strapped bag
  • Briefcase up to 40x30x15 cm

Common Austrian Airlines carry-on mistakes

  • Buying a checked bag at the airport instead of in advance, gate rates can double the online price.
  • Packing a musical instrument larger than 55x40x20 cm without buying a separate cabin seat.
  • Treating the personal item like a second full-size carry-on, Austrian limits it to 40x30x15 cm.

Austrian Airlines vs Lufthansa carry-on

Austrian and Lufthansa run the same Lufthansa Group rulebook at 55x40x23 cm and 8 kg plus a 40x30x15 cm personal item, so packing for one works for the other. Both Economy Light fares exclude a free checked bag on every route, while Classic and Flex include one at 23 kg. Austrian tends to route intra-Europe through Vienna on a mix of A320 family and smaller Embraer aircraft where overhead bin space can be tighter than on Lufthansa's A321neo fleet. Lufthansa publishes slightly broader English-language guidance and its self-service rebook flow is easier, but baggage policy itself is interchangeable across the two carriers.

See Lufthansa carry-on size
Austrian Airlines checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bagFree
2nd bag$120
Long-haul / international
1st bag$90
Weight limit51 lb
Linear dim62 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

Economy Comfort, Comfort Plus, Comfort Green and Flex include 1 checked bag up to 23 kg / 50 lb (62 linear in). Economy Light includes NO checked bag; its first checked bag costs USD 90 per direction on intercontinental flights to or from the USA and Canada, the same online and at check-in. A discounted second Economy bag on legs between the USA and worldwide costs USD 120 booked on austrian.com (USD 130 at check-in); other extra bags are priced by route and fare through Austrian's baggage calculator. Max single bag 32 kg / 70 lb.

Ways to skip the Austrian Airlines checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Austrian Airlines carry-on size.
  2. Check your Miles & More status. See whether your tier includes a free checked bag on Austrian Airlines.
Austrian Airlines special items & sports equipment
Ski / snowboard
As a checked bagsee details below
Golf clubs
As a checked bagsee details below
Bicycle
As a checked bagsee details below
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments count as carry-on. Larger instruments can be checked within allowance or booked as an extra cabin seat.

Austrian allows up to two cats or dogs in the cabin in one soft carrier (max 55 x 40 x 23 cm, 8 kg including the pet); some countries such as the UK and South Africa require pets to fly as freight, and snub-nosed breeds are barred from the hold. Sports baggage flies free when it fits within your checked allowance, and one ski or snowboard set is free on top of the allowance except on European Economy Basic and Light fares and routes to/from/via the USA, Mexico and Central America. Excess sports items are charged by sport plus a EUR 10 to 20 ticket service fee, and all sports baggage must be registered in advance.

Austrian Airlines basic economy restrictions
Economy BasicAustrian Airlines' lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • Economy Basic is available on European routes and is personal-item-only (40x30x15 cm); a carry-on can be added online only, not at the airport
  • No checked bag included
  • No seat reservation included
  • No rebooking
  • Non-refundable

Frequently asked questions

What is the Austrian Airlines carry-on size limit?

Austrian Airlines allows carry-on bags up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets. The weight limit is 8 kg (17.6 lb).

What are the Austrian Airlines carry-on dimensions in cm?

The Austrian Airlines carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 40 x 23 cm. In inches that converts to 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.

What is the Austrian Airlines hand luggage allowance?

Austrian Airlines hand luggage (the cabin bag that goes in the overhead bin) can measure up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and weigh up to 8 kg. A personal item that fits under the seat is included on every fare.

What is the Austrian Airlines carry-on weight limit?

Austrian Airlines limits carry-on bags to 8 kg (17.6 lb).

Does Austrian Airlines charge for carry-on bags?

No. Austrian Airlines includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the Economy Basic fare, which includes a personal item only.

What is the Austrian Airlines personal item size?

The personal item on Austrian Airlines must fit within 40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Handbag, laptop bag, or similar.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Austrian Airlines?

Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on Austrian Airlines as Medium. It is our own rating, not a figure Austrian Airlines publishes. Arrive early in your boarding group to improve the odds of space in the overhead bins.

Can I bring a carry-on on Austrian Airlines Economy Basic?

No. Austrian Airlines Economy Basic passengers are limited to one personal item that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on either is not allowed or costs an extra fee.

Does a 22-inch suitcase fit as an Austrian Airlines carry-on?

No. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on (55.9 x 35.6 x 22.9 cm) is over the Austrian Airlines limit of 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1"). Longest side 55.9 cm, limit 55 cm: 0.9 cm over. Choose a bag within the limit, measured with wheels and handles.

Does a backpack count as a personal item on Austrian Airlines?

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Austrian Airlines personal item limit of 40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9"). A backpack within that limit counts as the personal item, and a bigger one counts as the carry-on.

Is there a weight limit for personal items on Austrian Airlines?

Austrian Airlines does not publish a weight limit for personal items. The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you, within 40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9").

How much does a checked bag cost on Austrian Airlines?

Austrian Airlines includes a first checked bag on most economy fares. The Economy Basic fare does not include a checked bag.

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Sources

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