Key facts
Good to know
- Higher weight allowance
- Premium service
Allowances & fees
* No stated weight limit, but you must be able to lift it into the cabin unaided. Prices vary by route and season.
Guaranteed free personal item (A4E 2025). A personal item up to 40×30×15 cm is included free of charge on every fare.
Will my bag fit?
No ruler? Check your bag against British Airways's free cabin allowance using something you already carry.
Gear that helps you stay free
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FAQ
British Airways lets you bring a free cabin bag up to 56×45×25 cm. It has to fit under the seat in front of you.
A larger cabin bag on British Airways costs varies by fare and goes in the overhead locker — add it when you book, as gate prices are higher.
Checked hold luggage on British Airways starts from incl. per bag, up to 23 kg.
Yes — if your bag is bigger or heavier than your allowance, British Airways can charge a gate fee, usually more than booking online. Measure with wheels and handles.