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Emirates Carry-On Rules
Emirates carry-on rules at a glance: cabin bag up to 55×38×22 cm, 7 kg, and personal item status: Not included.
- cabin bag
- 55×38×22 cm
- weight
- 7 kg
- personal item
- Not included
Carry-on allowance
- Cabin bag size
- 55×38×22 cm
- Cabin bag weight
- 7 kg
- Bags allowed
- 1
- Personal Item
- Not allowed
Economy: 1 bag up to 7 kg. Premium Economy: 1 bag up to 10 kg. Business/First: 2 pieces up to 7 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.
Emirates cabin bag size & weight
| Dimensions | 55×38×22 cm(21.7×15×8.7 in) Measure the full external bag size, including wheels and handles. |
|---|---|
| Weight limit | 7 kg (15.4 lb) |
| Bags allowed | 1 cabin bag |
| Includes wheels/handles | Yes |
| Note | Economy: 1 bag up to 7 kg. Premium Economy: 1 bag up to 10 kg. Business/First: 2 pieces up to 7 kg each. |
Emirates allowances by cabin class
Economy
55×38×22 cm
Up to 7 kg
Premium Economy
55×38×22 cm
Up to 10 kg
Business
55×38×22 cm
Up to 7 kg
2 cabin bags
First Class
55×38×22 cm
Up to 7 kg
2 cabin bags
Emirates baggage fees
| Fee type | Pre-paid online | At the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Overweight (over 7 kg) | Must check | Must check |
Emirates liquids policy
IATA liquid rules: 100 ml containers in a transparent 1L resealable bag. One per passenger.
Family & Infants
Infant (under 2)
10% of adult fare. One cabin bag up to 7 kg + collapsible stroller free.
Stroller
Free gate-check or in hold.
Car seat
Free in hold.
Children's allowance
Children 2+ same allowance as adults.
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Rules can change. Always verify with Emirates before flying.