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Norwegian Air Shuttle Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 23 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official Norwegian Air Shuttle policy

Exact Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on dimensions, weight limits, and fees for 2026.

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  1. Quick answer
  2. Norwegian Air Shuttle 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

Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on bags can be up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1"), with a 10 kg (22 lb) weight limit, and no carry-on fee except on the LowFare, 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: 10 kg (22 lb)
  • Carry-on fee: free except on the LowFare (personal item only)
  • Personal item: up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"), free on every fare
  • Gate-check risk: Medium
  • Last verified: Oct 2026
Norwegian Air Shuttle 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
Norwegian Air Shuttle 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
10 kg (22 lb)
Fee
Free
Gate-check risk
Medium

Everyone can bring one underseat bag (40 x 30 x 20 cm). The 55 x 40 x 23 cm overhead cabin bag is included only on LowFare+ and Flex; LowFare passengers get the underseat bag only (max 10 kg). The weight limit is the combined weight of all hand baggage: 10 kg on LowFare+ and 15 kg on Flex.

Personal Item

Max dimensions (cm)
40 x 30 x 20 cm
Max dimensions (in)
15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"
Included
Yes, free

Underseat bag (40 x 30 x 20 cm) on every fare, stored under the seat in front. On LowFare this is the only hand baggage allowed (max 10 kg).

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Alliance and loyalty

Alliance
None

Norwegian Air Shuttle cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Norwegian Air Shuttle 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.

Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on weight limit

Norwegian Air Shuttle limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Norwegian Air Shuttle charge for carry-on bags?

No. Norwegian Air Shuttle includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the LowFare, which includes a personal item only. Check your specific fare rules before you book.

What bags fit as a Norwegian Air Shuttle personal item

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

Bag typeTypical sizeOn Norwegian Air Shuttle
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

Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on by fare class

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
LowFareNot includedIncludedUnder-seat bag only, up to 10 kg.
LowFare+IncludedIncludedCabin bag plus personal item, combined 10 kg.
FlexIncludedIncludedCombined hand baggage up to 15 kg.
PremiumIncludedIncludedCombined hand baggage up to 15 kg.
Premium FlexIncludedIncludedCombined hand baggage up to 15 kg.

Norwegian Air Shuttle overhead bin size by aircraft

Short-haul operates mostly Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX 8 from OSL. Overhead bins are standard narrow-body size, so a 55x40x23 cm roller fits wheels-first.

Avoiding gate-check on Norwegian Air Shuttle

Boarding is by zone. Adding Fast Track or booking Flex or Premium gets earlier boarding, which matters on full 737 MAX 8 flights where bins fill quickly.

What counts as a personal item on Norwegian Air Shuttle

Allowed

  • Laptop backpack
  • Small handbag
  • Camera bag
  • Small duffel that fits 40x30x20 cm

Counts as a second carry-on

  • Full-size rolling carry-on
  • Oversized tote that will not fit under the seat

Common Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on mistakes

  • Assuming the cheapest LowFare includes a trolley, it does not.
  • Overpacking the under-seat bag past 10 kg on LowFare.
  • Forgetting combined weight rule on LowFare+ (10 kg for both pieces together).

What happens if your bag does not fit on Norwegian Air Shuttle

Gate agents on busy MAX 8 departures will weigh bags if they look oversized. If the cabin is full, later boarding groups may be asked to check their trolley at the gate at no extra fee.

Norwegian Air Shuttle vs Ryanair carry-on

Norwegian LowFare mirrors Ryanair's Basic fare in that only one under-seat item is included. Both under-seat bags are 40x30x20 cm, but Norwegian caps its bag at 10 kg while Ryanair publishes no weight limit for its small bag. To bring an overhead cabin bag, Ryanair charges the Priority add-on and Norwegian requires upgrading to LowFare+. Norwegian's cabin bag is 55x40x23 cm versus 55x40x20 cm for Ryanair's priority cabin bag, so a bag packed to Norwegian's full depth is 3 cm too deep for Ryanair. Norwegian flies jet routes across Europe with 737s, while Ryanair's network is denser and cheaper. For families checking bags, Norwegian's LowFare+ includes one 23 kg bag, while Ryanair includes none and sells 10 kg, 20 kg or 23 kg bags separately.

See Ryanair carry-on size
Norwegian Air Shuttle checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bag$20
2nd bag$29.90
Long-haul / international
1st bagUSD 19-45*
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 Norwegian Air Shuttle publishes, in the currency it prints, and it varies by route, timing, and fare.

LowFare includes no checked bag. LowFare+ includes one 23 kg bag, Flex includes two 23 kg bags. Max dimensions 250x79x112 cm per piece (max circumference 300 cm). Overweight above 23 kg is charged 15 USD per kilo, per leg (US site). Bags over 32 kg are not accepted, and total checked bags cannot exceed 74 kg. Prebooking bags online saves up to 50% versus airport rates. Bought before check-in, the first checked bag costs 19-45 USD on international flights and 20 USD on domestic flights, per one way; bought during or after check-in, a bag costs 45 USD on a direct flight. A second checked bag bought before check-in costs 29.90 USD on domestic flights and 28-46 USD on international flights, per one way.

How to skip the Norwegian Air Shuttle checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on size.
Norwegian Air Shuttle special items & sports equipment
Ski / snowboard
Not published
Golf clubs
Not published
Bicycle
Not published
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments up to 90x35x20 cm may travel in the cabin as hand baggage. Larger instruments up to 140x46x30 cm require a purchased extra seat.

Ski and snowboard, golf, surf and kite, bikes, fishing rods, and diving equipment (max 23 kg each) cost 40-45 USD online or 50 USD at the airport, per item, each way, on all flights. E-bikes cannot be checked. Checked bags over 23 kg pay 15 USD per kg, per leg.

Norwegian Air Shuttle basic economy restrictions
LowFareNorwegian Air Shuttle's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • No overhead cabin bag, only one under-seat personal item
  • Personal item max 40x30x20 cm, up to 10 kg
  • No checked bag included
  • Seat selection and changes cost extra

Frequently asked questions

What is the Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on size limit?

Norwegian Air Shuttle 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 10 kg (22 lb).

What are the Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on dimensions in cm?

The Norwegian Air Shuttle 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 Norwegian Air Shuttle hand luggage allowance?

Norwegian Air Shuttle 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 10 kg. A personal item that fits under the seat is included on every fare.

What is the Norwegian Air Shuttle carry-on weight limit?

Norwegian Air Shuttle limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Norwegian Air Shuttle charge for carry-on bags?

No. Norwegian Air Shuttle includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on every fare except the LowFare, which includes a personal item only.

What is the Norwegian Air Shuttle personal item size?

The personal item on Norwegian Air Shuttle must fit within 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Underseat bag (40 x 30 x 20 cm) on every fare, stored under the seat in front. On LowFare this is the only hand baggage allowed (max 10 kg).

Will my bag be gate-checked on Norwegian Air Shuttle?

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

Can I bring a carry-on on Norwegian Air Shuttle LowFare?

No. Norwegian Air Shuttle LowFare 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 Norwegian Air Shuttle 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 Norwegian Air Shuttle 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 Norwegian Air Shuttle?

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Norwegian Air Shuttle personal item limit of 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"). A backpack within that limit counts as the personal item, and a bigger one counts as the carry-on.

How much does a checked bag cost on Norwegian Air Shuttle?

The first checked bag on Norwegian Air Shuttle costs $20 on domestic flights. On international flights, it costs USD 19-45, and the price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. A second bag costs $29.90 on domestic flights.

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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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