✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Aegean Airlines sells baggage by fare family, so what you get depends entirely on which bundle you book. Every fare includes cabin baggage, but a free checked bag only appears from Comfort Flex upward — the two cheapest fares (Light and Flex) carry zero free checked allowance. Cabin baggage is capped at 56 × 45 × 25 cm and 8 kg across Economy; checked bags allow 23 kg and must stay within 158 cm total (length + width + height).
The figure most relevant to anyone booking a cheap fare: a checked bag added online costs roughly €13–€42, but pay at the airport and that jumps to €25–€70, and at the gate higher still. Always add the bag during booking. Figures below were web-verified against Aegean’s published policy in 2026; fees vary by route, season and booking channel, so confirm the exact price with Aegean’s baggage calculator before you fly.
Quick facts
| Personal item | Fits under seat; e.g. handbag, thin laptop case, small backpack |
| Cabin bag (Economy) | 56 × 45 × 25 cm, max 8 kg |
| Cabin bag (Business) | 56 × 45 × 25 cm, max 13 kg |
| Checked bag | 23 kg, max 158 cm (L+W+H) |
| Free checked — Light / Flex | 0 bags (buy separately) |
| Free checked — Comfort Flex / Family | 1 × 23 kg |
| Free checked — Business | 2 × 32 kg |
| Extra checked bag fee | €13–€42 online; €25–€70 at airport |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | Must fit under the seat in front. Handbag, thin laptop case or small backpack. On Light fares it is the alternative to the cabin bag, not an addition. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 56 × 45 × 25 cm · 8 kg (Economy); 13 kg (Business) Included in all fares; on Light it is either the cabin bag OR the personal item, not both |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | 0 on Light/Flex; 1 × 23 kg on Comfort Flex/Family; 2 × 32 kg on Business |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per bag (Economy), 32 kg (Business); max 158 cm L+W+H |
| Typical fee | €13–€42 online, €25–€70 at airport, higher at gate — varies by route/season |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Light | Included only if no cabin bag chosen | 1 cabin bag (8 kg) OR 1 personal item — not both | 0 free |
| Economy Flex | Included | Cabin bag (8 kg) + personal item | 0 free |
| Economy Comfort Flex | Included | Cabin bag (8 kg) + personal item | 1 × 23 kg |
| Economy Family | Included | Cabin bag (8 kg) + personal item | 1 × 23 kg |
| Business / Business Basic | Included | Cabin bag (13 kg) + personal item | 2 × 32 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on a cheap Aegean fare: deal prices are almost always the Economy Light fare. That means one cabin item only — you choose between the 8 kg cabin bag (56 × 45 × 25 cm) OR a personal item, not both — and no checked bag at all.
If you need to check luggage on a Light or Flex fare, add it online during booking: a checked bag runs about €13–€42 online versus €25–€70 at the airport (and more at the gate). On a short Greek-island hop the bag fee can rival the headline fare, so factor it into any price comparison. If you’ll definitely check a bag, pricing up Comfort Flex (which bundles 1 × 23 kg) is often cheaper than Light + paid bag.
Oversize, sports & special items
Special and oversize items (typical fees, route-dependent):
- Overweight bag (23–32 kg): extra charge applies; bags over 32 kg are not accepted as normal checked baggage.
- Ski / snowboard equipment: around €50.
- Golf equipment: roughly €20 domestic, €35 international.
- Bicycles, large sports gear, windsurf/canoe: up to €100.
- Musical instruments: approximately €35–€80 if checked, or buy an extra seat for large instruments in the cabin.
- Saudi Arabia routes differ: Economy gets 1 × 30 kg, Business 2 × 20 kg each.
Note: the Olympic Air regional fleet may apply a smaller cabin limit (55 × 40 × 23 cm). Always pre-pay extra baggage online — Aegean states airport rates can be markedly higher than online.
Frequently asked questions
Does Aegean Airlines include a checked bag in the cheapest fare?
No. The Economy Light fare (typical of deal prices) includes zero free checked bags. You must buy checked baggage separately, ideally online during booking. Comfort Flex is the cheapest fare that bundles a free 23 kg checked bag.
What is Aegean's cabin baggage size and weight limit?
Economy cabin baggage is 56 × 45 × 25 cm and up to 8 kg; Business allows up to 13 kg. The Olympic Air regional fleet may apply a smaller limit (about 55 × 40 × 23 cm).
On the Light fare can I bring both a cabin bag and a personal item?
No. Economy Light gives you a choice of either the 8 kg cabin bag or a personal item — not both. Flex, Comfort Flex, Family and Business fares allow both a cabin bag and a personal item.
How much does it cost to add a checked bag on Aegean?
Roughly €13–€42 when added online, rising to about €25–€70 at the airport and higher at the gate. The exact price varies by route, season and timing — check Aegean's baggage calculator for your flight.
What is the checked baggage weight and size limit?
Each Economy checked bag is up to 23 kg and must not exceed 158 cm total (length + width + height). Business class allows 2 bags up to 32 kg each. Bags over 32 kg are not accepted as standard checked baggage.
How many free checked bags does Aegean Business class get?
Business and Business Basic fares include 2 checked bags of up to 32 kg each, plus a 13 kg cabin bag and a personal item.
Are sports equipment and musical instruments allowed?
Yes, for a fee. Skis run around €50, golf about €20–€35, and larger gear like bicycles or windsurf equipment up to €100. Musical instruments are roughly €35–€80 if checked, or you can buy an extra seat for large instruments in the cabin.
Do baggage rules differ by route?
Yes. Fees vary by route type (domestic, short international, long international) and season. Saudi Arabia routes have special allowances — Economy 1 × 30 kg and Business 2 × 20 kg each — so always verify your specific flight.
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