✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Norwegian Air Shuttle (DY) is a low-cost carrier, so baggage is unbundled: the cheapest fare gives you only a free under-seat bag, and everything else — overhead cabin bag, checked luggage — is paid for or bundled into a higher fare. What you get depends entirely on which fare you book.
Norwegian sells three main fare bundles on its short/medium-haul European network: LowFare, LowFare+ and Flex. The free allowance, cabin-bag entitlement and checked-bag count step up with each. Fees vary by route and are always cheapest pre-paid online versus added at the airport.
Quick facts
| Personal item (under-seat) | Free on all fares, max 10 kg, approx. 30 x 20 x 38 cm |
| Cabin bag (overhead) | 55 x 40 x 23 cm, 10 kg combined — NOT included on LowFare |
| Checked bag | 23 kg per piece — NOT included on LowFare |
| LowFare (cheapest) | Under-seat bag only — no overhead cabin bag, no checked bag |
| LowFare+ | 1 cabin bag + 1 checked bag (23 kg) included |
| Flex | 1 cabin bag + 2 checked bags (23 kg each) included |
| First checked bag fee (online) | ~€12–€36 / ~$12–$36, route-dependent |
| Checked bag at airport | ~$50 direct / ~$100 connecting |
| Overweight (23–32 kg) | ~$16 per kg, per leg; max 32 kg per bag |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | approx. 30 x 20 x 38 cm. One small under-seat bag, free on every fare including LowFare. Counts toward the 10 kg combined hand-baggage limit (15 kg on Flex/Premium). |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 x 40 x 23 cm · 10 kg (combined with under-seat bag) Included on LowFare+ and Flex; on LowFare buy as an add-on (~$6–$14 / £5–£9 online) or upgrade fare |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | None on LowFare; 1 bag on LowFare+; 2 bags on Flex |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per piece (max 32 kg with overweight fee) |
| Typical fee | ~€12–€36 / ~$12–$36 first bag online (varies by route); ~$50 (direct) / ~$100 (connecting) if added at the airport |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| LowFare | 1 free under-seat bag, 10 kg | Under-seat bag only (no overhead cabin bag) | Not included — add online or at airport |
| LowFare+ | 1 under-seat bag, 10 kg combined | 1 overhead cabin bag included (55 x 40 x 23 cm) | 1 checked bag, 23 kg included |
| Flex | 1 under-seat bag, 15 kg combined hand-baggage limit | 1 overhead cabin bag included | 2 checked bags, 23 kg each included |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What Norwegian’s cheapest fare actually includes at deal prices: when you see a low Norwegian headline price, it’s the LowFare bundle — and that means no checked bag and no overhead cabin bag. You get only one free under-seat bag (10 kg, roughly 30 x 20 x 38 cm).
⚠️ If you need to bring more than a small under-seat bag, budget for the upgrade: an overhead cabin bag is roughly $6–$14 online, and a first checked bag runs about €12–€36 pre-paid (and far more at the airport). On short trips, pack to the under-seat bag and the LowFare price stands; for anything longer, compare the all-in LowFare+ price against LowFare plus add-ons — the bundle is often cheaper.
Oversize, sports & special items
Fees vary by route and currency. Norwegian charges in the local currency of the departure airport (NOK, EUR, GBP, USD, etc.), and checked-bag prices scale with route length — domestic/direct flights are cheapest, longer international and connecting itineraries cost more. Always check the exact figure at checkout for your specific flight.
Always pre-pay online. Adding bags during booking or via Manage Booking is consistently cheaper than at the airport, where a checked bag can jump to ~$50 (direct) or ~$100 (connecting).
Checked bag size limit: no single dimension over 250 cm and total length + width + height under 300 cm; standard weight 23 kg, hard cap 32 kg per piece.
Frequently asked questions
Does Norwegian's cheapest LowFare include a checked bag?
No. LowFare includes only one free under-seat bag (max 10 kg). It does not include an overhead cabin bag or any checked luggage — you must pay extra for both, or book LowFare+ or Flex.
Is the overhead cabin bag free on Norwegian?
Only on LowFare+, Flex and Premium fares. On LowFare you get just the under-seat bag; an overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 23 cm, part of the 10 kg combined limit) costs roughly $6–$14 / £5–£9 if added online.
What is Norwegian's cabin baggage size and weight limit?
The overhead cabin bag is max 55 x 40 x 23 cm, and the free under-seat bag is roughly 30 x 20 x 38 cm. Total hand-baggage weight must not exceed 10 kg on LowFare/LowFare+, or 15 kg on Flex/Premium fares.
How much does a checked bag cost on Norwegian?
Pre-paid online, the first checked bag is roughly €12–€36 (about $12–$36) depending on the route. Adding a bag at the airport is far more expensive — around $50 on direct flights and $100 on connecting flights. Each bag allows 23 kg.
What is Norwegian's checked bag weight limit and overweight fee?
Each checked bag is 23 kg. You can go up to a maximum of 32 kg per bag by paying an overweight fee of about $16 per kg, per leg. Bags over 32 kg are not accepted and must be shipped as cargo.
Can I check a cabin-sized bag into the hold cheaply?
Yes. Norwegian offers a 'small checked bag' option — a cabin-sized bag up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and 10 kg — checked into the hold at check-in for around $30 / £30, cheaper than a full 23 kg checked bag on many routes.
How much does sports or oversized equipment cost on Norwegian?
Sporting equipment (skis, golf, bikes, etc.) costs roughly $35 booked online and about $58 at the airport, with maximum dimensions of about 250 x 79 x 112 cm. It counts as one piece within your checked allowance where applicable.
Until when can I add baggage to a Norwegian booking?
You can pre-pay and add checked baggage online via the website, app or call centre up to about 4–6 hours before departure. After that you can only add bags at the airport, at the higher airport rate.
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