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Eurowings Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 23 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official Eurowings policy

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

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  1. Quick answer
  2. Eurowings dimensions
  3. Weight limit
  4. Carry-on fee
  5. Bag fit matrix
  6. Fare class breakdown
  7. Overhead bin size
  8. Avoiding gate-check
  9. What counts as a personal item
  10. Common mistakes
  11. Gate-check process
  12. vs Ryanair
  13. Checked bag fees
  14. Special items
  15. Basic economy
  16. FAQ
  17. Sources

Quick answer

The free cabin bag on Eurowings is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. A full-size overhead carry-on up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1") costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. Its weight limit is 8 kg (17.6 lb).

  • 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: paid, varies by flight
  • Personal item: up to 40 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8"), free on every fare
  • Gate-check risk: High
  • Last verified: Oct 2026
Eurowings 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
Eurowings 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
Paid, varies by flight
Gate-check risk
High

The 55x40x23 cm 8 kg cabin bag is included on SMART (one piece) and BIZclass (two pieces). BASIC fare passengers get one small 40x30x25 cm underseat bag and must pay extra to bring the large cabin bag: from 18 euros in the fare table, or from 21 euros / $24 depending on route.

Personal Item

Max dimensions (cm)
40 x 30 x 25 cm
Max dimensions (in)
15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8"
Included
Yes, free
Weight
Not published

Small underseat bag (40x30x25 cm) such as a laptop bag, handbag, or small backpack, included on every fare including BASIC. BIZclass includes two items of large hand baggage in addition.

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Alliance
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Eurowings cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Eurowings 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.

Eurowings carry-on weight limit

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

Does Eurowings charge for carry-on bags?

Yes. Eurowings 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 Eurowings Basic fare.

What bags fit as a Eurowings personal item

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

Bag typeTypical sizeOn Eurowings
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

Eurowings carry-on by fare class

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
BasicNot includedIncludedOnly 40x30x25 cm underseat bag, large cabin bag costs extra (from 18 euros).
SmartIncludedIncludedIncludes one 55x40x23 cm 8 kg cabin bag and one 23 kg checked bag.
BIZclassIncludedIncludedTwo items of hand baggage and two 32 kg checked bags.

Eurowings overhead bin size by aircraft

Fleet is A319, A320, and A320neo. Overhead bins are standard narrow-body; Eurowings heavily enforces the 55x40x23 cm sizer at the gate.

Avoiding gate-check on Eurowings

Add priority boarding or buy the trolley add-on, which includes priority boarding on BASIC. Otherwise BASIC boards last and overhead space is usually gone.

What counts as a personal item on Eurowings

Allowed

  • Laptop bag
  • Handbag
  • Business backpack within 40x30x25 cm

Counts as a second carry-on

  • Rolling cabin trolley
  • Large duffel over 40x30x25 cm

Common Eurowings carry-on mistakes

  • Booking Basic and showing up with a full-size roller without the cabin bag add-on; gate fees are much higher than the online price from 18 euros.
  • Assuming Basic still includes a cabin bag, as was true before August 2021.
  • Exceeding 8 kg: Eurowings weighs trolleys at check-in and sometimes at the gate.

What happens if your bag does not fit on Eurowings

Eurowings gate agents strictly enforce hand baggage rules. Basic passengers with a trolley will be sent to pay a fee to put the bag in the hold, which costs significantly more than the online add-on from 18 euros.

Eurowings vs Ryanair carry-on

Eurowings Basic and Ryanair's Basic both restrict passengers to a small under-seat piece. They match on length and width (40x30 cm); Eurowings allows 40x30x25 cm, 5 cm taller than Ryanair's 40x30x20 cm. Adding a 55x40x23 cm cabin bag on Eurowings starts from 18 euros vs Ryanair Priority & 2 Cabin Bags from 12.49 to 36 euros at booking, depending on route. Eurowings is Lufthansa Group and operates from larger German hubs like FRA, CGN, and DUS with better connectivity, while Ryanair flies point-to-point from secondary airports. Checked bag pricing on Eurowings Smart includes one 23 kg bag, whereas Ryanair always charges per bag. For business travelers, Eurowings BIZclass offers seating, catering, and two hand baggage pieces that Ryanair simply does not sell.

See Ryanair carry-on size
Eurowings checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bagfrom €18*
2nd bagNot published
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit50 lb
Linear dimSee notes
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

* The 1st bag price is the figure Eurowings publishes, in the currency it prints, and it varies by route, timing, and fare.

First 23 kg checked bag starts at 18 euros (GBP 16, $21) on BASIC when booked online, and a 12 kg bag starts at 17 euros. SMART includes one 23 kg bag and BIZclass includes two 32 kg bags. A second 23 kg bag starts at 75 euros. A 32 kg bag on BASIC starts at 67 euros. Eurowings does not publish a maximum checked bag size on its baggage pages.

How to skip the Eurowings checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Eurowings carry-on size.
Eurowings special items & sports equipment
Ski / snowboard
In EURsee details below
Golf clubs
In EURsee details below
Bicycle
In EURsee details below
Pet in cabin
$69varies by route
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Musical instruments travel as sports or special baggage up to 32 kg, from 50 euros per item.

Cats and dogs up to 8 kg including a soft 55x40x23 cm carrier bag travel in the cabin from 60 euros ($69) depending on route; assistance dogs fly free. Skis and snowboards with accessories cost from 30 euros; golf bags, bicycles, diving gear, surfboards and musical instruments from 50 euros. Each sports item may weigh up to 32 kg. Prams, buggies, travel cots and child seats fly free in the hold, up to two per child.

Eurowings basic economy restrictions
BasicEurowings' lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • Only a 40x30x25 cm underseat bag is included, no large cabin bag
  • Adding a 55x40x23 cm 8 kg cabin bag costs from 18 euros
  • First checked bag is not free: from 17 euros for 12 kg or 18 euros for 23 kg

Frequently asked questions

What is the Eurowings carry-on size limit?

The free cabin bag on Eurowings is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. A full-size overhead carry-on up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1"), 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 8 kg (17.6 lb).

What are the Eurowings carry-on dimensions in cm?

The Eurowings 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 Eurowings hand luggage allowance?

The free Eurowings hand luggage allowance is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8") 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 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1") and weigh up to 8 kg.

What is the Eurowings carry-on weight limit?

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

Does Eurowings charge for carry-on bags?

Yes. Eurowings 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 Eurowings Basic fare.

What is the Eurowings personal item size?

The personal item on Eurowings must fit within 40 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Small underseat bag (40x30x25 cm) such as a laptop bag, handbag, or small backpack, included on every fare including BASIC. BIZclass includes two items of large hand baggage in addition.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Eurowings?

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

No. Eurowings 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 a Eurowings 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 Eurowings 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 Eurowings?

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Eurowings personal item limit of 40 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8"). 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 Eurowings?

Eurowings 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 25 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 9.8").

How much does a checked bag cost on Eurowings?

The first checked bag on Eurowings costs from €18. The price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. This figure comes from the official baggage information published by Eurowings, checked in October 2026.

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Sources

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