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Aer Lingus Carry-On Rules
Aer Lingus carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 55×40×24 cm, 10 kg, and personal item status: Included.
- cabin bag
- 55×40×24 cm
- weight
- 10 kg
- personal item
- Included
Carry-on allowance
- Cabin bag size
- 55×40×24 cm
- Cabin bag weight
- 10 kg
- Bags allowed
- 1
- Personal Item
- 25×33×20 cm
Economy: 1 carry-on up to 10 kg. Saver/Basic fare: no carry-on included — personal item only (must fit under seat). Business: 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each.
How to use this policy
Start with the cabin bag row, then check the weight and personal-item rows separately. A bag has to pass every published limit at once; being under the length and width limit does not help if the depth, weight, or fare-specific allowance is tighter.
Aer Lingus cabin bag size & weight
| Dimensions | 55×40×24 cm(21.7×15.7×9.4 in) Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles. |
|---|---|
| Weight limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Bags allowed | 1 cabin bag |
| Includes wheels/handles | Yes |
| Personal Item | 25×33×20 cm max |
| Note | Economy: 1 carry-on up to 10 kg. Saver/Basic fare: no carry-on included — personal item only (must fit under seat). Business: 2 carry-on items up to 10 kg each. |
Aer Lingus allowances by cabin class
Basic Economy
25×33×20 cm
Economy
55×40×24 cm
Up to 10 kg
Business
55×40×24 cm
Up to 10 kg
2 cabin bags
Aer Lingus baggage fees
| Fee type | Pre-paid online | At the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Extra checked bag | 35 EUR | 50 EUR |
Aer Lingus liquids policy
EU security rules: 100 ml containers in a 1L transparent resealable bag. One bag per passenger.
Family & Infants
Infant (under 2)
Lap infant at 10% of adult fare. One cabin bag up to 10 kg or a collapsible buggy allowed in cabin.
Stroller
Free gate-check. Collapsible buggies may be taken to the aircraft door.
Car seat
Free in hold. Approved car seats can be used in cabin if a separate seat is purchased.
Children's allowance
Children 2+ receive the same carry-on allowance as adults based on their fare type.
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Additional notes
Aer Lingus operates as a hybrid carrier with transatlantic routes. Saver (Basic) fares do not include overhead cabin bag — only a small under-seat personal item (25×33×20 cm).
Rules can change. Always verify with Aer Lingus before flying.