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easyJet Carry-On Size 2026 56 x 45 x 25 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official easyJet policy

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

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  1. Quick answer
  2. easyJet dimensions
  3. Weight limit
  4. Carry-on fee
  5. Bag fit matrix
  6. Fare class breakdown
  7. Avoiding gate-check
  8. Common mistakes
  9. Gate-check process
  10. vs Ryanair
  11. Checked bag fees
  12. Special items
  13. Basic economy
  14. FAQ
  15. Sources

Quick answer

The free cabin bag on easyJet is one personal item up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm (17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. A full-size overhead carry-on up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8") costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. Its weight limit is 15 kg (33 lb).

  • Carry-on size: up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8")
  • Weight limit: 15 kg (33 lb)
  • Carry-on fee: paid, varies by flight
  • Personal item: up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm (17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9"), free on every fare
  • Gate-check risk: High
  • Last verified: Oct 2026
easyJet carry-on maximum size, 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8 inches)56 cm (22")25 cm (9.8")45 cm(17.7")LHW
easyJet maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Carry-On Bag

Max dimensions (cm)
56 x 45 x 25 cm
Max dimensions (in)
22 x 17.7 x 9.8"
Weight limit
15 kg (33 lb)
Fee
Paid, varies by flight
Gate-check risk
High

The large cabin bag (56 x 45 x 25 cm, 15 kg) must be added as a paid large cabin bag, or comes with an Inclusive Plus fare or easyJet Plus membership (subject to space if not booked). The online price varies by route and date; at the boarding gate it costs £60. Up Front and Extra Legroom seats no longer include it. Otherwise only the small under-seat bag is free.

Personal Item

Max dimensions (cm)
45 x 36 x 20 cm
Max dimensions (in)
17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9"
Included
Yes, free
Weight
15 kg (33.1 lb)

Small cabin bag that fits under the seat in front of you, free on every fare.

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Alliance
None

easyJet cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum easyJet 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.

easyJet carry-on weight limit

easyJet limits carry-on bags to 15 kg (33 lb).

Does easyJet charge for carry-on bags?

Yes. easyJet charges for carry-on bags on most fares, with a price that varies by flight and is lowest when added at booking. Fees climb at every stage: online, airport kiosk, ticket counter, gate. The personal item stays free on every fare. A carry-on is not included on the easyJet Standard fare.

What bags fit as an easyJet personal item

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

Bag typeTypical sizeOn 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

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
StandardNot includedIncludedFree small cabin bag up to 45x36x20 cm and 15 kg that must go under the seat. Large cabin bag is a paid add-on.
Inclusive PlusIncludedIncludedIncludes a large cabin bag (56x45x25 cm), subject to space on board.
easyJet Plus membershipIncludedIncludedMembers can bring a large cabin bag, guaranteed if booked and subject to space if not.

Avoiding gate-check on easyJet

Small bag alone is fine for short trips. If you want a 56x45x25 cm roller, book Inclusive Plus, join easyJet Plus, or add the large cabin bag online before the airport, where it is cheaper than the £60 gate price.

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 (40x30x20 cm, no stated weight), which is why some 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 the Inclusive Plus fare and easyJet Plus, while Ryanair sells it via Priority & 2 Cabin Bags or its Regular and Flexi Plus bundles. 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 size
easyJet checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bagNot published
2nd bagNot published
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit51 lb
Linear dim108 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

easyJet includes NO checked bag on any standard fare. Hold bags are sold separately at 15 kg, 23 kg, 26 kg, 29 kg or 32 kg. Online fees are dynamic and vary with demand, route, flight date and time of booking (no range published). Bag drop desk fees at the airport are £60. Max single bag 32 kg. Excess weight is £12/kg on a single journey. A large cabin bag taken to the gate without a booking costs £60.

How to skip the easyJet checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the easyJet carry-on size.
easyJet special items & sports equipment
Ski / snowboard
In GBPsee details below
Golf clubs
In GBPsee details below
Bicycle
In GBPsee details below
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments fit the underseat cabin bag allowance. Larger instruments can be checked within allowance or booked as an extra seat.

easyJet sells sports equipment per item, per flight in two sizes: small (max 20 kg) for £45 online or £52 at the airport, and large (max 32 kg, covering golf clubs, bicycles, skis and snowboards) for £55 online or £60 at the airport. Animals are not allowed on easyJet flights apart from recognised registered guide and assistance dogs.

easyJet basic economy restrictions
StandardeasyJet's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • Small under-seat bag only (45x36x20 cm, 15 kg) included free
  • Large overhead cabin bag must be added for a fee, or comes with an Inclusive Plus fare or easyJet Plus membership; Up Front and Extra Legroom seats do not include it
  • No checked bag included
  • Non-refundable; online flight changes cost £30 (more than 60 days out) or £49 (60 days or less) plus any fare difference

Frequently asked questions

What is the easyJet carry-on size limit?

The free cabin bag on easyJet is one personal item up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm (17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. A full-size overhead carry-on up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets, costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. The carry-on 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 hand luggage allowance?

The free easyJet hand luggage allowance is one personal item up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm (17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. The overhead cabin bag costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. It can measure up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 17.7 x 9.8") and weigh up to 15 kg.

What is the easyJet carry-on weight limit?

easyJet limits carry-on bags to 15 kg (33 lb).

Does easyJet charge for carry-on bags?

Yes. easyJet charges for carry-on bags on most fares, with a price that varies by flight and is lowest when added at booking. Fees climb at each stage, from online to kiosk to gate. The personal item stays free on every fare. A carry-on is not included on the easyJet Standard fare.

What is the easyJet personal item size?

The personal item on easyJet must fit within 45 x 36 x 20 cm (17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9") 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?

Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on easyJet as High. It is our own rating, not a figure easyJet publishes. 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?

No. easyJet Standard 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 easyJet carry-on?

Usually yes. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on suitcase fits within the easyJet 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 easyJet?

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the easyJet personal item limit of 45 x 36 x 20 cm (17.7 x 14.2 x 7.9"). 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 easyJet?

Yes. easyJet limits the personal item to 15 kg (33.1 lb).

How much does a checked bag cost on easyJet?

easyJet does not publish one flat first checked bag fee. The price varies by route and fare class.

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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.

If a figure looks wrong, email hello@vient.org, see how we handle corrections, or browse past fixes in our public changelog.

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