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Vueling Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 20 cm

By Caden SorensonVerified Oct 2026Sourced from the official Vueling policy

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

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

Quick answer

The free cabin bag on Vueling is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") 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 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9") costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. Its weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

  • Carry-on size: up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9")
  • Weight limit: 10 kg (22 lb)
  • Carry-on fee: paid, varies by flight
  • 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: High
  • Last verified: Oct 2026
Vueling carry-on maximum size, 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9 inches)55 cm (21.7")20 cm (7.9")40 cm(15.7")LHW
Vueling maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Carry-On Bag

Max dimensions (cm)
55 x 40 x 20 cm
Max dimensions (in)
21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9"
Weight limit
10 kg (22 lb)
Fee
Paid, varies by flight
Gate-check risk
High

The overhead cabin bag (55x40x20 cm, up to 10 kg) is included on the Fly bundle (when you select it during booking) and on Fly Grande; the cheapest fare (Fly Light) is underseat bag only, with the overhead bag as a paid add-on. Vueling prices that add-on dynamically in EUR only, from 10 to 59 euros per item and flight online, higher at the airport. The free underseat bag (40x30x20 cm) is included on every booking.

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
Weight
Not published

Free on every fare. Must fit under the seat in front of you.

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Alliance and loyalty

Alliance
None
Loyalty program
Vueling Club

Vueling cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Vueling carry-on size is 55 x 40 x 20 cm, which works out to 21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9 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.

Vueling carry-on weight limit

Vueling limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Vueling charge for carry-on bags?

Yes. Vueling 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 Vueling Fly Light fare.

What bags fit as a Vueling personal item

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

Bag typeTypical sizeOn Vueling
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

Vueling carry-on by fare class

FareCarry-onPersonal itemNotes
Fly LightNot includedIncludedOnly the free under-seat bag (40x30x20 cm) is included; the 55x40x20 cm overhead cabin bag is not included and must be purchased or checked.
FlyIncludedIncludedIncludes one 55x40x20 cm overhead cabin bag (up to 10 kg) when you select that option during booking, plus the free under-seat bag.
Fly GrandeIncludedIncludedIncludes one 55x40x20 cm overhead cabin bag (up to 10 kg) plus the free under-seat bag, with no booking-time selection needed.

Avoiding gate-check on Vueling

The Fly Light bundle is effectively under-seat-only. If you need overhead space, book Fly (selecting the overhead bag during booking) or Fly Grande from the start rather than adding the cabin bag later, which costs more at the airport.

Common Vueling carry-on mistakes

  • Booking Fly Light and expecting a 55x40x20 cm overhead cabin bag to be free. Only the Fly and Fly Grande bundles include one.
  • Exceeding the 10 kg overhead limit. Vueling weighs cabin bags at the gate.

Vueling vs easyJet carry-on

Vueling's free under-seat bag (40x30x20 cm) is smaller in width than easyJet's (45x36x20 cm), so easyJet's entry-level allowance is more generous on a Standard fare. For an overhead bag, Vueling requires the Fly or Fly Grande bundle (55x40x20 cm, 10 kg), while easyJet sells it a la carte or bundles it with the Inclusive Plus fare and easyJet Plus membership at 56x45x25 cm and 15 kg, which is both larger and heavier. On Iberian routes where both operate, easyJet tends to be more forgiving for travelers with a single 56 cm roller, while Vueling is competitive only if you stick to the free under-seat bag or commit to the Fly or Fly Grande bundle at booking time.

See easyJet carry-on size
Vueling checked baggage fees
Domestic economy
1st bag€10-18*
2nd bagNot published
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit55 lb
Linear dim62 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

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

The cheapest fare (Fly Light) includes NO checked bag. The Fly and Fly Grande bundles include 1 checked bag up to 25 kg / 55 lb. Online extra bags start at €10 for 15 kg, €14 for 20 kg, €18 for 25 kg. Airport rates are significantly higher and typically only 25 kg is available at the counter.

Ways to skip the Vueling checked bag fee

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

Musical instruments: Instruments must travel in their case. One that fits 55x44x20 cm (including the case) can go in the overhead bin as hand luggage; otherwise book an extra seat for it or add it as special luggage (up to 32 kg, max length 2.70 m, 45 to 65 euros each way online).

Ski, golf, and bike bags on Vueling are special luggage, which is not included in any bundle and is priced separately: 45 to 65 euros per passenger each way online, 55 to 75 euros at the airport (EUR only), up to 32 kg and 2.70 m. Pets (dogs, cats, some birds and turtles) fly only in the cabin, never in the hold: up to 10 kg including a non-rigid carrier of max 45x39x21 cm, one per passenger and 5 per flight. The fee is 50 euros on domestic flights and 60 euros on international and Canary Islands flights online (EUR only). Pets are not carried on flights to or from the UK and Iceland.

Vueling basic economy restrictions
Fly LightVueling's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • Underseat personal item only (40x30x20 cm) included free
  • Cabin bag must be checked free at desk OR pay for "2 items in cabin + priority boarding" add-on
  • No checked bag included
  • No seat selection

Frequently asked questions

What is the Vueling carry-on size limit?

The free cabin bag on Vueling is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") 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 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9"), 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 10 kg (22 lb).

What are the Vueling carry-on dimensions in cm?

The Vueling carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 40 x 20 cm. In inches that converts to 21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.

What is the Vueling hand luggage allowance?

The free Vueling hand luggage allowance is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 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 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9") and weigh up to 10 kg.

What is the Vueling carry-on weight limit?

Vueling limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Does Vueling charge for carry-on bags?

Yes. Vueling 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 Vueling Fly Light fare.

What is the Vueling personal item size?

The personal item on Vueling 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. Free on every fare. Must fit under the seat in front of you.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Vueling?

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

No. Vueling Fly Light 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 Vueling 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 Vueling limit of 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9"). Longest side 55.9 cm, limit 55 cm: 0.9 cm over; Shortest side 22.9 cm, limit 20 cm: 2.9 cm over. Choose a bag within the limit, measured with wheels and handles.

Does a backpack count as a personal item on Vueling?

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Vueling 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.

Is there a weight limit for personal items on Vueling?

Vueling 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 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9").

How much does a checked bag cost on Vueling?

The first checked bag on Vueling costs €10-18. The price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. This figure comes from the official baggage information published by Vueling, 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.

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