✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Every easyJet ticket, including the cheapest Standard fare, includes one small cabin bag free of charge: up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm (handles and wheels included), weighing up to 15 kg, that must fit under the seat in front of you. Everything beyond that — a larger overhead cabin bag, any checked (hold) bag, seat selection — is a paid add-on or comes bundled in a higher fare. easyJet has no weight limit on the small bag in practice as long as you can lift it into place, but the size box at the gate is enforced strictly.
The figures that matter most are the ones that change: the price of a large cabin bag and a hold bag both flex by route, season and how far ahead you book, and they jump sharply if you pay at the airport instead of online. Below are the current 2026 dimensions, weight limits and fee ranges, plus what each fare bundle actually includes — verified against easyJet’s own published policy this week.
Quick facts
| Free small cabin bag | 45 x 36 x 20 cm (incl. handles/wheels), fits under seat |
| Large cabin bag (paid) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm, up to 15 kg, from £5.99 / approx €7 |
| Checked bag 15 kg | From £6.99 / approx €8 online |
| Checked bag 23 kg | From £9.49 / approx €11 online |
| Max checked weight per bag | 32 kg (extra weight in 3 kg blocks) |
| Max checked bags | 3 per passenger |
| Max checked dimensions | 275 cm total (length + width + height) |
| Airport hold-bag fee | Up to £55 per bag — always cheaper online |
| Excess weight at airport | £12 per kg, per item, per flight |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | 45 x 36 x 20 cm (including handles and wheels). Free on every fare, including the cheapest Standard. Must fit under the seat in front of you. No enforced weight cap beyond being able to lift it, though easyJet quotes 15 kg. This is the only bag you get for free — there is no separate second free personal item. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | Large cabin bag: 56 x 45 x 25 cm (including handles and wheels) · Up to 15 kg Paid add-on from £5.99 (approx €7) at booking, but typically £20-35 per flight on busy routes; free for easyJet Plus members and on Standard Plus / Inclusive Plus fares |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Not included on Standard fare — buy 1-3 hold bags per passenger |
| Weight limit | 15 kg or 23 kg standard options; extendable to a maximum of 32 kg in 3 kg blocks (up to £15 per 3 kg) |
| Typical fee | From £6.99 / approx €8 (15 kg) and £9.49 / approx €11 (23 kg) online; prices vary by route, season and lead time. At the bag-drop desk a hold bag can cost up to £55. Excess weight at the airport is £12 per kg. |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Included (the small bag) | Small bag 45 x 36 x 20 cm free | Not included — add from £6.99 |
| Standard Plus | Included | Small bag + large cabin bag 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Not included |
| Essentials | Included | Small bag free | 1 x 23 kg hold bag included |
| Inclusive Plus (was FLEXI) | Included | Small bag + large cabin bag | 1 x 23 kg hold bag included |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
Here is what actually matters when you see a cheap easyJet fare on a deals site: that headline price buys you the seat and one small under-seat bag only (45 x 36 x 20 cm). There is no free overhead bag and no free checked bag — easyJet’s small free allowance is genuinely small, sized to slide under the seat, not into the overhead locker.
Two traps inflate the real cost of a “cheap” easyJet deal:
- The large cabin bag (56 x 45 x 25 cm) is the one most people actually want for a weekend, and the “from £5.99” headline rarely holds — on popular routes and dates it commonly runs £20-35 each way. A genuine like-for-like comparison against a full-service carrier should add that in.
- Never pay for bags at the airport. A hold bag bought at the bag-drop desk can hit £55, versus from £6.99-£9.49 online; gate excess weight is £12 per kg. Add every bag during booking or via Manage Bookings.
If you need a real cabin bag plus a checked bag, compare the Inclusive Plus or Essentials bundle against buying add-ons à la carte — once you add a large cabin bag and a 23 kg hold bag to a Standard fare, a bundle is often cheaper and includes seat selection and Speedy Boarding on top.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports equipment (one item per passenger, max 6 per booking, booked online):
- Small sports equipment (golf clubs, skis, snowboards, max 20 kg): around £42 online / £52 at the airport.
- Large sports equipment (bicycles — must be boxed or bagged — and surfboards, max 32 kg): around £50 online / £60 at the airport.
Musical instruments: small instruments (violin, ukulele) travel free as your small cabin bag, or as a paid large cabin bag, provided they fit the size limits. Larger instruments up to 30 x 117 x 38 cm can travel in the cabin only if you buy an extra seat for them (max 75 kg). Otherwise instruments go in the hold at standard checked-bag rates.
Notable 2026 change: the EU is debating a regulation that would force airlines to carry one small cabin bag free on EU flights. The European Parliament adopted its position in January 2026, but it is not yet law (it still needs European Council approval). For easyJet this changes little day-to-day — its free 45 x 36 x 20 cm small bag already exceeds the proposed personal-item dimensions. easyJet’s CEO has publicly opposed the proposal, warning it could push fares up. Until it is finalised, the policy above stands.
Frequently asked questions
What is easyJet's free baggage allowance in 2026?
One small cabin bag per passenger, maximum 45 x 36 x 20 cm including handles and wheels, that must fit under the seat in front of you. It is free on every fare, including the cheapest Standard fare. There is no free overhead cabin bag and no free checked bag.
How big can my easyJet cabin bag be?
The free small bag is 45 x 36 x 20 cm. If you want a larger bag for the overhead locker, the large cabin bag limit is 56 x 45 x 25 cm (up to 15 kg), which is a paid add-on or included on Standard Plus, Inclusive Plus and for easyJet Plus members.
How much does a large cabin bag cost on easyJet?
Prices start from £5.99 (about €7) when booked online, but on busy routes and dates it commonly costs £20-35 per flight. It is free for easyJet Plus members and on the Standard Plus and Inclusive Plus fare bundles.
How much is a checked (hold) bag on easyJet?
Hold bags start from £6.99 (about €8) for 15 kg and £9.49 (about €11) for 23 kg when booked online. Prices vary by route, season and how far ahead you book. Buying at the airport bag-drop desk costs far more — up to £55 per bag.
What is the weight limit for easyJet checked baggage?
Standard options are 15 kg or 23 kg, and you can extend any hold bag up to a maximum of 32 kg by buying extra weight in 3 kg blocks (up to £15 per 3 kg). No single item may exceed 32 kg or 275 cm total dimensions. You can take up to 3 hold bags per passenger.
Does the cheapest easyJet fare include a checked bag?
No. The Standard fare includes only the free small cabin bag. To get a 23 kg checked bag included in the fare you need the Essentials or Inclusive Plus bundle, or you add a hold bag separately from £6.99.
What happens if my bag is overweight or oversized at the easyJet gate?
Excess weight is charged at £12 per kilo, per item, per flight at the airport, up to the 32 kg maximum. A hold bag bought at the bag-drop desk instead of online can cost up to £55, so always pre-book and pre-weigh.
Can I take sports equipment or a musical instrument on easyJet?
Yes. Small sports gear (skis, golf clubs, max 20 kg) is around £42 online; large gear (boxed bicycles, surfboards, max 32 kg) around £50 online. Small instruments can be your free small bag or a paid large cabin bag; larger ones up to 30 x 117 x 38 cm need an extra purchased seat, otherwise they go in the hold.
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