Bulgaria Air Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Bulgaria Air Economy passengers get 1 cabin bag of 55 × 40 × 23 cm and 10 kg plus 1 personal item of 40 × 30 × 15 cm, with a combined weight limit of 12 kg. Standard fares also include 1 free checked bag of up to 23 kg and 158 cm linear, while LIGHT fares include only carry-on baggage with no checked allowance.
Published on July 2, 2026 · Last verified on August 1, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Bulgaria Air Baggage Policy Strictness
Moderate
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
Overhead bin · 10 kg (22 lbs)
Personal Item
40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in)
Under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62.2 in)
1 free pc · 23 kg (50 lbs)/pc
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Bulgaria Air.
Collapsible stroller
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 | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 10 kg 22 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | 40×30×15cm 15.7×11.8×5.9in | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 158 cm 62.2 in | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Light | Economy | Business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | 40×30×15cm 15.7×11.8×5.9in | 40×30×15cm 15.7×11.8×5.9in | 40×30×15cm 15.7×11.8×5.9in |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 2 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in | 55×40×23cm 21.7×15.7×9.1in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 10 kg 22 lbs | 10 kg 22 lbs | 15 kg 33 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | 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 |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Sofia to London on Bulgaria Air Standard fare. The 10 kg cabin bag plus a personal item allowance is pretty generous compared to other European airlines. Mine was about 9 kg and nobody weighed it. The 23 kg checked bag included is a nice bonus too — way better than the budget carriers.
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Bulgaria Air · Economy class. 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 | Over Limit | 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
How strict is Bulgaria Air with carry-on weight enforcement?
Bulgaria Air allows 10 kg for your cabin bag plus a personal item, with a combined weight limit of 12 kg in Economy.
This is more generous than many other European airlines.
Enforcement is usually relaxed, but Sofia Airport may check during peak periods.
What is Bulgaria Air's carry-on baggage policy?
Economy class passengers may carry 1 cabin bag measuring up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm and weighing up to 10 kg, plus 1 personal item of up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm.
The combined weight of both items must not exceed 12 kg in total.
Business class passengers may carry 2 cabin bags with a combined weight of 15 kg, plus 1 personal item, for a total maximum of 17 kg.
All dimensions include wheels, handles and pockets.
How much free checked baggage comes with Bulgaria Air?
Bulgaria Air uses a piece concept for checked baggage with a maximum linear size of 158 cm per piece.
Standard Economy fares include 1 free checked bag weighing up to 23 kg.
Economy LIGHT fares do not include any free checked baggage, only carry-on items.
Business class includes 2 free checked bags, each weighing up to 32 kg.
What baby items can I bring for free on Bulgaria Air?
Collapsible strollers are transported free of charge for infants and may be used up to the aircraft door.
Infants traveling with an adult on a fare with checked baggage included are also entitled to one piece of checked baggage up to 10 kg.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Bulgaria Air website. Last updated August 1, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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