The short answer
- Personal item: free, up to 17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 in (45 × 36 × 20 cm).
- Carry-on: Paid add-on; £60 at the gate, up to 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in (56 × 45 × 25 cm), 33 lb max.
- Checked bag: first bag Varies; £60 at the bag drop; up to 51 lb (23 kg) and 108.3 linear inches.
- easyJet Standard fare: Standard fares include one free under-seat bag up to 45 × 36 × 20 cm and 15 kg. A large cabin bag comes only as a paid add-on, with Inclusive Plus fares or with easyJet Plus; Up Front and Extra Legroom seats no longer include one.
easyJet bag fees at a glance
| Bag | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Personal item | Free | 17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 in |
| Carry-on bag | Paid add-on; £60 at the gate | 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in |
| 1st checked bag | Varies; £60 at the bag drop | Up to 51 lb / 23 kg |
| 2nd checked bag | Same per-bag pricing | Up to 108.3 linear in |
| Overweight bag | £12 per extra kg at the airport. Max 32 kg per item. | |
| Oversize bag | Length + width + height under 275 cm. |
Standard fees for easyJet’s main routes as of our last check. Elite status, co-branded cards and some fares include bags.
easyJet carry-on and personal item size
Carry-on bag
Overhead bin
- Maximum size
- 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in56 × 45 × 25 cm
- Weight
- 33 lb (15 kg)
- Cost
- Paid add-on; £60 at the gate
Personal item
Under the seat in front
- Maximum size
- 17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 in45 × 36 × 20 cm
- Weight
- 33 lb (15 kg)
- Cost
- Free on every fare
Checked bags
Each checked bag can weigh up to 51 lb (23 kg) and measure up to 108.3 linear inches (275 cm), length + width + height. Hold bags of 15, 23, 26, 29 or 32 kg can be pre-booked, and weight can be shared within a booking.
easyJet Standard fare
Standard fares include one free under-seat bag up to 45 × 36 × 20 cm and 15 kg. A large cabin bag comes only as a paid add-on, with Inclusive Plus fares or with easyJet Plus; Up Front and Extra Legroom seats no longer include one.
Rules to know
- easyJet’s free under-seat bag, 45 × 36 × 20 cm, is one of the largest free bags in Europe.
- Oversize or unbooked large cabin bags are put in the hold at the gate for £60.
- Booking a large cabin bag also gets you Speedy Boarding.
- Online is always cheaper than the airport.
Will your bag fit easyJet?
Measure your bag at its widest points. Most carry-on bags are 21–22.5 in tall with wheels.
Bags that fit easyJet
- Best 22x14x9 Carry-On Luggage (Fits Every US Airline)A 22 × 14 × 9 in bag fits easyJet’s carry-on limit.
- Best Carry-On Travel Backpacks35–45 L travel backpacks built to the carry-on limit.
- Best Personal Item Bags & Backpacks for PlanesSmaller backpacks for easyJet’s personal item limit.
- Best Underseat LuggageSmall wheeled bags that go under the seat.
easyJet compared with similar airlines
| Airline | Carry-on | Personal item | 1st checked bag | Checked weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| easyJet | 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 inPaid56 × 45 × 25 cm | 17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 in45 × 36 × 20 cm | Varies; £60 at the bag drop | 51 lb23 kg |
| Ryanair | 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 inPaid55 × 40 × 20 cm | 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in40 × 30 × 20 cm | €/£21.49–€59.99 (20 kg) | 44 lb20 kg |
| Wizz Air | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 inPaid55 × 40 × 23 cm | 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in40 × 30 × 20 cm | €10–€122 online (20 kg); €70–€80 at the airport | 44 lb20 kg |
| Icelandair | 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in55 × 40 × 20 cm | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included on Standard; varies on Light | 50 lb23 kg |
Frequently asked questions
What is easyJet’s carry-on size?
22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in (56 × 45 × 25 cm) including wheels and handles. Paid add-on; £60 at the gate
How much is a checked bag on easyJet?
First bag: Varies; £60 at the bag drop. Second bag: Same per-bag pricing.
What is the weight limit for checked bags on easyJet?
51 lb (23 kg) in economy. £12 per extra kg at the airport. Max 32 kg per item.