The short answer
- Personal item: free, up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).
- Carry-on: free on standard fares, up to 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in (55 × 40 × 23 cm), 17.6 lb max.
- Checked bag: first bag Usually included (1–2 × 23 kg to the US); up to 50.7 lb (23 kg) and 62.2 linear inches.
- Turkish EcoFly: Every Economy package, including EcoFly, includes an 8 kg cabin bag and a 4 kg personal item. EcoFly on some international routes includes no checked bag.
Turkish bag fees at a glance
| Bag | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Personal item | Free | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in |
| Carry-on bag | Free | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in |
| 1st checked bag | Usually included (1–2 × 23 kg to the US) | Up to 50.7 lb / 23 kg |
| 2nd checked bag | Varies by route and fare | Up to 62.2 linear in |
| Overweight bag | Piece routes: about $100 per bag for 23–32 kg to or from Türkiye, $120 beyond. No bag over 32 kg. | |
| Oversize bag | 158–292 cm: $110 to or from Türkiye, $150 beyond. |
Standard fees for Turkish’s main routes as of our last check. Elite status, co-branded cards and some fares include bags.
Turkish carry-on and personal item size
Carry-on bag
Overhead bin
- Maximum size
- 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in55 × 40 × 23 cm
- Weight
- 17.6 lb (8 kg)
- Cost
- Free with standard economy
Personal item
Under the seat in front
- Maximum size
- 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Weight
- 8.8 lb (4 kg)
- Cost
- Free on every fare
Checked bags
Each checked bag can weigh up to 50.7 lb (23 kg) and measure up to 62.2 linear inches (158 cm), length + width + height. Turkish uses the piece concept on US and many international routes, and a kilogram allowance on others.
Rules to know
- The cabin bag is limited to 8 kg (17.6 lb) and the personal item to 4 kg (8.8 lb).
- Star Alliance Gold members get an extra piece or 20 kg.
- Business Class allows two 8 kg cabin bags plus a personal item.
- Untagged cabin bags that don’t comply are charged at the gate and sent to the hold.
Will your bag fit Turkish?
Measure your bag at its widest points. Most carry-on bags are 21–22.5 in tall with wheels.
Bags that fit Turkish Airlines
- Best Carry-On Luggage for International Travel (EU Sizes)Turkish’s carry-on limit is smaller than the US standard; 55 × 40 × 20 cm bags fit it.
- Best 22x14x9 Carry-On Luggage (Fits Every US Airline)For your US flights: carry-ons built to 22 × 14 × 9 in.
- Best Personal Item Bags & Backpacks for PlanesSmaller backpacks for Turkish’s personal item limit.
- Best Underseat LuggageSmall wheeled bags that go under the seat.
Turkish compared with similar airlines
| Airline | Carry-on | Personal item | 1st checked bag | Checked weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in55 × 40 × 23 cm | 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in40 × 30 × 15 cm | Usually included (1–2 × 23 kg to the US) | 50.7 lb23 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 |
| Emirates | 21.6 × 14.9 × 8.6 in55 × 38 × 22 cm | Not publishedMust fit under the seat | Included (20–35 kg or 1–2 × 23 kg) | 50 lb23 kg |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Turkish Airlines’s carry-on size?
21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in (55 × 40 × 23 cm) including wheels and handles. It is free on standard fares.
How much is a checked bag on Turkish Airlines?
First bag: Usually included (1–2 × 23 kg to the US). Second bag: Varies by route and fare.
What is the weight limit for checked bags on Turkish Airlines?
50.7 lb (23 kg) in economy. Piece routes: about $100 per bag for 23–32 kg to or from Türkiye, $120 beyond. No bag over 32 kg.