✓ Policy web-verified 2026-07-06
Here is the thing to know before you book: Air Nostrum does not sell its own baggage rules. It flies as Iberia Regional under an exclusive Iberia franchise, so your allowance is whatever your Iberia fare says it is. And on the cheapest Iberia short-haul fare — the Basic (cabin-only) ticket — the answer is blunt: zero checked bags. You get a cabin bag and a personal item, and nothing goes in the hold unless you pay for it or buy up to a Classic or Comfort fare.
The aircraft matter too. Air Nostrum runs Bombardier CRJ1000 regional jets and ATR 72-600 turboprops — small cabins with limited overhead space. Even when your fare technically allows a cabin bag on board, the crew will routinely take it at the aircraft door, tag it, and hand it back on the jet bridge at your destination. That is free and normal on these planes, but it means your “carry-on” spends the flight in the hold whether you like it or not.
So the honest read: if you are travelling with a suitcase, do not buy the Basic fare and gamble. Buy the fare that includes a checked bag, because Iberia’s airport bag fees are meaningfully higher than the fare gap when you book ahead.
Quick facts
| Cheapest fare (Basic) checked bag | None — cabin only |
| Cabin bag size | 56 × 40 × 25 cm |
| Cabin bag weight | 10 kg |
| Personal item | One (handbag, laptop bag or briefcase) |
| Classic / Comfort fare checked | 1 × 23 kg included |
| Max weight per checked piece | 32 kg (158 cm total) |
| Regional aircraft | Cabin bag often gate-checked, free |
| Extra checked bag (short-haul) | Typically from ~€25–€60 |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | One small item — handbag, laptop bag or briefcase — carried in addition to your cabin bag |
| Cabin / overhead bag | One piece up to 56 × 40 × 25 cm, max 10 kg. On CRJ and ATR aircraft it is frequently taken at the door and returned on arrival because overhead space is tight |
Checked baggage & fees
| Iberia Basic (cheapest) fare | No checked bag included — cabin only; add a bag when booking or pay more at the airport |
| Iberia Classic fare | 1 × 23 kg included |
| Iberia Comfort fare | 1 × 23 kg included, plus priority handling |
| Overweight (24–32 kg) | Accepted for an excess fee; nothing over 32 kg per piece is carried |
| Oversize (over 158 cm total) | Accepted for an excess/oversize fee, subject to aircraft limits |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
The trap on Air Nostrum is the same as on Iberia mainline, because it is Iberia: the Basic fare looks cheapest on the results page, then the checked-bag fee at the airport wipes out the saving. On short-haul routes buying the bag after the fact usually runs into the tens of euros, and often costs more than simply choosing the Classic fare that bundles a 23 kg bag from the start. Decide your bag before you pay, not at the gate.
The one genuinely good news is the regional-aircraft gate-check: because the CRJ and ATR cabins are small, a cabin bag that would cost money to check on a big jet is taken and returned for free at the aircraft door. Pack your valuables, medication, documents and anything fragile in the personal item you keep on your lap — the wheelie bag is going in the hold regardless, so do not put anything irreplaceable in it.
Frequently asked questions
Does the cheapest Air Nostrum fare include a checked bag?
No. Air Nostrum flies as Iberia Regional, so your allowance follows your Iberia fare. The cheapest short-haul fare, Basic (cabin-only), includes no checked bag at all — only a cabin bag and a personal item. To fly with a suitcase you need a Classic or Comfort fare, or you pay a checked-bag fee.
How big can my Air Nostrum cabin bag be?
Up to 56 × 40 × 25 cm and 10 kg, plus one personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag. On the small CRJ and ATR aircraft, overhead space is limited, so crews often take your cabin bag at the aircraft door and return it on arrival.
Why did they take my carry-on at the gate?
Air Nostrum operates small regional aircraft — Bombardier CRJ1000 jets and ATR 72-600 turboprops — with little overhead space. When the cabin is full, hand luggage is tagged at the aircraft door, placed in the hold and handed back on the jet bridge at your destination. This is free and routine, but keep valuables and documents in your personal item.
What is the checked baggage weight limit on Air Nostrum?
Each checked piece may weigh up to 23 kg within your fare allowance, with total dimensions up to 158 cm. Bags between 24 and 32 kg are carried for an overweight fee; nothing heavier than 32 kg per piece is accepted as baggage.
Is Air Nostrum the same as Iberia for baggage?
Yes, for baggage purposes. Air Nostrum operates under an exclusive Iberia franchise as Iberia Regional, so tickets are sold and priced as Iberia fares and the baggage allowance is set by the Iberia fare family you buy, not by a separate Air Nostrum rulebook.
How much does it cost to add a checked bag on Air Nostrum?
Because fares are Iberia fares, a checked bag on short-haul routes typically costs from around €25 to €60 depending on route and whether you add it when booking or at the airport. Adding it online in advance is cheaper, and buying the Classic fare that already includes a 23 kg bag is often cheaper still. Confirm the exact fee for your route at checkout.
Can I bring skis, a bike or sports gear on Air Nostrum?
Special and sports baggage is handled under Iberia’s rules and is subject to the small regional aircraft’s hold limits, so it must be declared and approved in advance. Oversize items attract an oversize fee and cannot exceed the 32 kg per-piece ceiling. Contact Air Nostrum or Iberia before you travel to confirm your item fits the CRJ or ATR.