Aegean Airlines Carry-on & Personal Item & Checked Baggage Size Rules 2026
Every Aegean Airlines passenger can bring 1 cabin bag up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm on Airbus flights and 55 × 40 × 23 cm on turboprop flights, plus 1 personal item such as a handbag or thin laptop case that fits under the seat. Checked luggage is not included on Light fares — you will need to pay extra for any bags going in the hold. Staff may check your bag at any point before boarding. Staying within the rules is the safest bet.
Published on July 4, 2026 · Last verified on August 8, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Aegean Airlines Baggage Policy Strictness
Strict
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in)
Overhead bin · 8 kg (18 lbs)
Personal Item
Under seat
No official size · Must fit under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
No free bags
Available for a fee
Included in higher fares
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Aegean Airlines.
Collapsible stroller for infants and children
Standard Economy Allowance
Quick reference for your selected route type. See below for full cabin class comparison.
| Baggage Type | Free | Max Size | Weight Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Bag Overhead bin · per piece | 1 pc | 56×45×25cm 22×17.7×9.8in | 8 kg 18 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | Must fit under seat | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | No free | - | - |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Light | Flex | Comfort Flex | Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 56×45×25cm 22×17.7×9.8in | 56×45×25cm 22×17.7×9.8in | 56×45×25cm 22×17.7×9.8in | 56×45×25cm 22×17.7×9.8in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 8 kg 18 lbs | 8 kg 18 lbs | 8 kg 18 lbs | 13 kg 29 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | No | No | 1 pc | 2 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | - | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | - | - | 23 kg 50 lbs | 32 kg 70 lbs |
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Aegean Airlines · Economy class. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Too large for under seat | OK | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Too large for under seat | OK | OK |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aegean Airlines strict about the 8 kg cabin bag limit?
Aegean allows 1 cabin bag up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm on Airbus aircraft and 55 x 40 x 23 cm on smaller turboprop aircraft.
The cabin bag weight limit is 8 kg in Economy Class.
Bags exceeding the allowance may be checked into the hold and additional charges may apply.
Does the Aegean Light fare include a free checked bag?
The Light fare does not include free checked baggage.
ComfortFlex fares include 1 checked bag up to 23 kg, and Business fares include 2 checked bags up to 32 kg each.
Each checked bag must not exceed 158 cm in total linear dimensions, and no bag may weigh more than 32 kg.
Can I take a backpack as a personal item on Aegean?
Yes, Aegean allows 1 personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack in addition to the cabin bag.
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On Economy Light fares, if cabin storage is full, your carry-on bag will be checked in for free at boarding.
What is the checked baggage allowance on Aegean Business Class?
Business Class includes 2 checked bags up to 32 kg each, maximum 158 cm linear dimensions.
The cabin bag allowance also increases to 13 kg in Business Class.
Bags weighing more than 32 kg cannot be checked and must be sent as cargo.
Can I bring a stroller for free on Aegean Airlines?
Yes. Infants up to 2 years old get 1 collapsible stroller included free of charge.
Children above the age of 2 are also entitled to travel with 1 collapsible stroller free of charge, regardless of fare type.
The stroller can be checked in or handed over to staff at boarding if aircraft capacity allows.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Aegean Airlines website. Last updated August 8, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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