Carry On

Virgin Atlantic personal item size

Virgin Atlantic does not publish an exact personal item size. The bag must fit under the seat in front of you. Most travellers are fine with a bag under 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).

Carry-on limit
22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in
56 × 36 × 23 cm
Personal item limit
15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in*
40 × 30 × 15 cm · guideline, not published
Weight limit
22 lb
10 kg
Carry-on on the cheapest fare
Carry-on included on all fares

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Rules to know

  • No official personal item dimensions are published. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
  • Dimensions include wheels, handles and outside pockets.

A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag fits within the Virgin Atlantic carry-on limit.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a personal item on Virgin Atlantic?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. No exact size is published, so aim for a bag under 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).

Is a carry-on free on Virgin Atlantic?

Yes. One carry-on and one personal item are included on every fare.

What is the Virgin Atlantic hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm), 22 lb (10 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm).

How strict is Virgin Atlantic about carry-on size?

Virgin Atlantic publishes a 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) limit and may check bags at the gate, especially on full flights. Bags that clearly exceed the limit are gate-checked.

Do wheels and handles count toward the Virgin Atlantic carry-on size?

Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.

Is there a weight limit for Virgin Atlantic carry-on bags?

Yes. The carry-on weight limit is 22 lb (10 kg).

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Virgin Atlantic baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy