Aer Lingus Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Personal Item & Checked Bag Rules
Aer Lingus Plus fares include 1 cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 24 cm and 10 kg, plus 1 personal item measuring 40 × 30 × 20 cm that fits under the seat. Passengers also receive 1 checked bag up to 20 kg with a maximum linear dimension of 158 cm. Gate agents regularly use sizers to verify cabin bags, so double-check measurements before departure.
Published on June 30, 2026 · Last verified on August 9, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Aer Lingus Baggage Policy Strictness
Strict
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
55 × 40 × 24 cm (21.5 × 15.5 × 9.5 in)
Overhead bin · 10 kg (22 lbs)
Personal Item
40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in)
Under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62.2 in)
1 free pc · 20 kg (44 lbs)/pc
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Aer Lingus.
Fully collapsible stroller or pushchair
Infant car seat or booster seat
Walking aids, crutches and braces
Mobility devices and wheelchairs
Medical devices and essential medications
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 | 55×40×24cm 21.5×15.5×9.5in | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | 20 kg 44 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Saver | Plus | Advantage | Aer Space |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in | 40×30×20cm 15.7×11.8×7.9in |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | No | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | - | 55×40×24cm 21.5×15.5×9.5in | 55×40×24cm 21.5×15.5×9.5in | 55×40×24cm 21.5×15.5×9.5in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | - | 10 kg 22 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | No | 1 pc | 1 pc | 2 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | - | 20 kg 44 lbs | 20 kg 44 lbs | 32 kg 70 lbs |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Booked Saver fare without realizing it only includes a small personal item. Brought my standard 55cm carry-on to the gate and got hit with a €35 charge to put it in the hold. The overhead bins weren't even full.
35 EUR
Dublin T2 has bag scales right at the boarding gate for every flight. My roll case weighed 9.7kg so I was fine, but a couple of passengers with 11-12kg bags were pulled aside and told to repack or pay up.
AerSpace from Dublin to Boston. Three 23kg checked bags included plus priority tagging. Bags came out first on the carousel in Boston, no issues with weight even though one was 22.8kg.
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Aer Lingus · Economy class · Europe routes. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | OK | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | OK | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Over Limit | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Over Limit | OK | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Over Limit | Over Limit | OK |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring a backpack as my personal item on Aer Lingus?
Yes, a backpack counts as your free personal item as long as it stays within 40 × 30 × 20 cm.
It must fit fully under the seat in front of you without sticking out.
Soft backpacks that are not overstuffed can usually fit even if they look a bit bigger when empty.
If you want to bring a bigger backpack or a trolley bag too, you will need a fare that includes a cabin bag like Plus or Advantage.
Which Aer Lingus fare should I choose?
Saver fare includes only one small personal item that fits under the seat. No cabin bag and no checked bag are included.
Plus fare adds a 10 kg cabin bag for the overhead locker plus one 20 kg checked bag on European routes.
Advantage fare includes the same baggage as Plus, with extra flexibility like free changes and seat selection.
If you only travel with a small bag, Saver saves you money. If you need a cabin bag and checked bag, Plus or Advantage usually costs less than buying them separately.
Does Aer Lingus weigh carry-on bags at the gate?
The 10 kg cabin bag does have a weight limit that applies on all fares that include it.
How strict checks are depends on the airport. Some gates only check bag size with the sizer frame, while others also put cabin bags on the scale.
Dublin Airport is known for having scales at the boarding gates and weighing bags that look heavy.
Packing light and staying well under the 10 kg limit is the safest way to avoid extra charges.
What happens if my baggage is delayed or lost on Aer Lingus?
If your bag does not arrive at the carousel, report it right away at the Aer Lingus kiosk in arrivals or online using the ReportMyBag form. You must report within 7 days to be eligible for any expense claims.
Most delayed bags are found and returned within 24 hours. You can track progress with your Delayed Baggage Reference Number through the WorldTracer platform.
You can claim back money spent on essential items like toiletries while you wait. The guide amounts are 100 EUR for the first day, 50 EUR per day for days two and three, 40 EUR per day for days four to eight, and 20 EUR per day from day eight to day twenty one. Always keep your receipts.
After 21 days, baggage is officially considered lost. You can file a compensation claim for the value of your items up to approximately 1,900 EUR. The final amount takes into account the age and condition of everything in the bag.
How much does checked baggage cost on Aer Lingus?
Checked bag fees depend on your fare type and how far you are flying. Saver fares include zero checked baggage.
On European routes, adding a 20 kg bag when you book costs between 25 EUR and 55 EUR depending on flight distance. Adding bags online is always cheaper than paying at the airport.
Plus and Advantage fares already include one 20 kg checked bag on European routes. Upgrading to 25 kg costs 5 to 10 EUR extra if you do it online.
If your bag is overweight at the airport, you pay about 10 EUR per extra kilogram on European routes. Any bag between 24 kg and 32 kg triggers a flat overweight fee of 75 EUR.
Bringing a cabin bag to the gate on a Saver fare costs a 35 EUR gate fee to check it into the hold.
Why is a cabin bag not included with the Aer Lingus Saver fare?
The Saver fare includes only 1 personal item up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm. No cabin bag is included.
A cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 24 cm and 10 kg is included with Plus, Advantage and AerSpace fares.
If you bring a cabin bag on a Saver fare to the boarding gate, you will be charged a gate fee of 35 EUR.
How many free checked bags do you get on Aer Lingus?
Saver fares do not include a free checked bag.
Plus and Advantage fares include 1 checked bag up to 20 kg on European routes, max 158 cm linear.
On transatlantic flights, economy fares include 1 checked bag up to 23 kg.
AerSpace fares include 2 checked bags on European routes, and 3 checked bags up to 23 kg each on transatlantic routes.
Does Aer Lingus check carry-on bag size at the boarding gate?
Aer Lingus may check cabin bag size and weight at the gate, especially on full flights.
Bags exceeding 55 x 40 x 24 cm or 10 kg may need to be checked into the hold.
A gate fee of 35 EUR applies when a cabin bag is brought to the gate on a Saver fare without cabin allowance.
Can I bring a stroller for free on Aer Lingus?
Yes, a fully collapsible stroller or pushchair can be checked free of charge for each infant or child.
One additional item such as an infant car seat, booster seat or travel cot is also carried free.
Infants under 2 travelling on a lap do not receive a separate cabin bag allowance.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Aer Lingus website. Last updated August 9, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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