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British Airways Carry-On Rules

British Airways carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 56×45×25 cm, No limit, and personal item status: Included.

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cabin bag
56×45×25 cm
weight
No limit
personal item
Included
Lower caution editorial signal

Carry-on allowance

Cabin bag size
56×45×25 cm
Cabin bag weight
No limit
Bags allowed
1
Personal Item
45×36×20 cm

One cabin bag in overhead. Economy: no weight limit stated. Business/First: 23 kg combined personal + cabin.

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.

British Airways cabin bag size & weight

British Airways cabin bag specifications
Dimensions56×45×25 cm(22×17.7×9.8 in)

Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles.

Weight limitNo weight limit stated
Bags allowed1 cabin bag
Includes wheels/handlesYes
Personal Item45×36×20 cm max
NoteOne cabin bag in overhead. Economy: no weight limit stated. Business/First: 23 kg combined personal + cabin.

British Airways allowances by cabin class

Economy

56×45×25 cm

Premium Economy

56×45×25 cm

Business

56×45×25 cm

Up to 23 kg

2 cabin bags

First Class

56×45×25 cm

Up to 23 kg

2 cabin bags

British Airways baggage fees

British Airways baggage fee structure
Fee typePre-paid onlineAt the gate
Extra checked bag65 GBP100 GBP

British Airways liquids policy

UK rules: 100ml containers in a single transparent 1-litre resealable bag.

Family & Infants

Infant (under 2)

Lap infant 10% of adult fare. One bag up to 23 kg + collapsible buggy free.

Stroller

Free gate-check. Full-size pushchair also free in hold.

Car seat

Free in hold.

Children's allowance

Children same allowance as adults.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the British Airways cabin bag size?

British Airways allows a cabin bag up to 56×45×25 cm (22×17.7×9.8 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.

Does British Airways have a weight limit for carry-on?

British Airways does not publish a cabin bag weight limit, but staff may use discretion.

Does British Airways allow a personal item?

Yes. British Airways allows a personal item up to 45×36×20 cm. It must fit under the seat in front of you.

How strict is British Airways about bag size?

British Airways has lower caution enforcement. Editorial signal only. Airport behavior varies; the published allowance still governs.

Rules can change. Always verify with British Airways before flying.