Virgin Australia baggage policy and allowance
The full Virgin Australia baggage allowance on one page. Checked bags can measure up to 62.2 in (158 cm) in total and weigh up to 50.7 lb (23 kg). The carry-on limit is 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) and the personal item limit is 17.7 × 13 × 7.9 in (45 × 33 × 20 cm). Checked bag: Depends on fare and route.
- Checked bag size
- 62.2 in
- 158 cm · length + width + height
- Checked bag weight
- 50.7 lb
- 23 kg
- Carry-on limit
- 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in
- 17.6 lb
- Free checked bags
- Depends on fare and route
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Airlines that accept this bag
Airlines that won’t accept it
* guideline, not published
Rules to know
- The weight limit is for the carry-on and personal item together.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Virgin Australia checked bag size limit?
Each checked bag can measure up to 62.2 in (158 cm) in total (length + width + height), including wheels and handles.
What is the Virgin Australia checked bag weight limit?
The standard limit is 50.7 lb (23 kg) per bag in economy. Heavier bags pay an overweight fee, and bags over 32 kg (70 lb) are usually refused.
How many free checked bags does Virgin Australia include?
It depends on the fare and route. Light or basic fares usually include no checked bag, while standard and long-haul fares usually include one.
How much are Virgin Australia baggage fees?
Fees depend on the route, the fare and when you pay. Adding a bag during booking is almost always cheaper than at the airport. The official Virgin Australia page lists current prices.
What is the Virgin Australia hand luggage allowance?
Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm), 17.6 lb (8 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 17.7 × 13 × 7.9 in (45 × 33 × 20 cm).
What counts as a personal item on Virgin Australia?
A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. The published limit is 17.7 × 13 × 7.9 in (45 × 33 × 20 cm).
Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Virgin Australia baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy