Last updated: July 12, 2026
easyJet hand luggage is more generous than most budget airlines — but the rules on the free bag versus the larger cabin bag still catch people out. This guide explains the easyJet hand luggage size for 2026 in full: exactly what is free, how to bring a bigger bag, the weight limits, and how to avoid paying more at the airport.
Quick answer
- Free for everyone: one small under-seat cabin bag up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm and 15 kg — the most generous free bag of the budget airlines.
- Large cabin bag (up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm) goes in the locker — free with easyJet Plus, an Inclusive fare, or an Up Front / Extra Legroom seat, or bookable as a paid add-on.
- Hold luggage (15 kg or 23 kg) is a separate paid extra.
- Always add the large bag online — it is cheaper than at the airport.
easyJet hand luggage size 2026: the basics
easyJet gives every passenger one free bag and offers a larger bag on top. Here is the easyJet hand luggage size breakdown at a glance:
| Bag | Size | Weight | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small cabin bag (under seat) | 45 x 36 x 20 cm | Up to 15 kg | Free on all fares |
| Large cabin bag (locker) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Must lift it yourself | easyJet Plus, Inclusive fare, Up Front / Extra Legroom seat, or paid add-on |
Dimensions include handles and wheels. Allowances are the current 2026 rules and can change — always check easyJet before you fly.
The free easyJet cabin bag (45 x 36 x 20 cm)
Every easyJet passenger, on every fare, can bring one small cabin bag up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm for free. It must fit under the seat in front of you. At 45 x 36 x 20 cm, the easyJet cabin bag size for the free bag is noticeably bigger than Ryanair’s free allowance, so a small carry-on or a large backpack usually fits without paying anything extra.
easyJet large cabin bag (56 x 45 x 25 cm)
If you want a second, bigger bag in the overhead locker, the easyJet large cabin bag can be up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm. You get it free if you are an easyJet Plus member, on an Inclusive fare, or seated in Up Front or Extra Legroom; otherwise you can book a large cabin bag as a paid add-on when you buy your flight. It is always cheaper to add online than at the gate.
easyJet cabin bag weight
The free small cabin bag can weigh up to 15 kg, but there is a practical catch: you must be able to lift and carry it yourself. There is no separate weigh-in for the small bag as long as it fits the sizer and you can handle it. The large cabin bag follows the same lift-it-yourself principle.
easyJet baggage allowance: hold luggage
Beyond hand luggage, the easyJet baggage allowance for checked bags is a paid extra. You can add hold luggage in weight tiers (commonly 15 kg or 23 kg) when you book, and adding it online is much cheaper than paying at the airport. Hold bags are separate from your free cabin bag, which you keep either way.
easyJet vs Ryanair cabin bag
easyJet wins on the free bag: 45 x 36 x 20 cm versus Ryanair’s smaller 40 x 30 x 20 cm. Ryanair’s headline fares are often cheaper, but if you need more than the free allowance, the add-on costs can level things out. See our dedicated Ryanair cabin bag size guide and the full hand luggage size comparison for Ryanair, easyJet, BA and Jet2.
How to avoid easyJet bag fees
- Measure with wheels and handles against 45 x 36 x 20 cm before you leave home.
- A 45 x 36 x 20 cm bag is the sweet spot — it uses your full free allowance without needing a paid large bag.
- Book the large cabin bag or hold luggage online, never at the gate.
- Pack light with a list using our Packing List Generator, and keep toiletries within the liquid rules.
- Allow time at security with the Airport Arrival Time Calculator so a bag issue does not turn into a missed flight.
Frequently asked questions
What size is easyJet hand luggage in 2026?
The free small cabin bag is up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm and fits under the seat. A large cabin bag can be up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm, available with certain fares, seats, easyJet Plus, or as a paid add-on.
What is easyJet’s free cabin bag size?
45 x 36 x 20 cm, including handles and wheels. It must fit under the seat in front of you and is free on every fare.
What is the easyJet cabin bag weight limit?
The free small cabin bag can weigh up to 15 kg, but you must be able to lift and carry it yourself.
What is the easyJet large cabin bag size?
Up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm, stored in the overhead locker. It is free with easyJet Plus, an Inclusive fare, or an Up Front / Extra Legroom seat, or bookable as a paid add-on.
How do I get a large cabin bag on easyJet?
Book an Up Front or Extra Legroom seat, an Inclusive fare, hold easyJet Plus membership, or add a large cabin bag as a paid extra when you book.
Is easyJet hand luggage free?
Yes. Every passenger gets one free small cabin bag up to 45 x 36 x 20 cm. Only the larger cabin bag and hold luggage cost extra.
What is easyJet’s baggage allowance for hold luggage?
Hold luggage is a paid extra, usually in 15 kg or 23 kg tiers, added when you book. It is separate from your free cabin bag.
Can I bring two bags on easyJet?
Yes, if you have the large cabin bag allowance (via easyJet Plus, an Inclusive fare, an Up Front / Extra Legroom seat, or a paid add-on) in addition to your free small bag.
Is easyJet or Ryanair’s cabin bag bigger?
easyJet’s free under-seat bag (45 x 36 x 20 cm) is bigger than Ryanair’s (40 x 30 x 20 cm), making easyJet more generous on the free allowance.
Is easyJet hand luggage measured with wheels and handles?
Yes. The stated sizes include wheels and handles, and the airport sizer is built to those exact measurements.
What happens if my easyJet bag is too big?
If your bag exceeds the free allowance and you have not booked a larger bag, you will pay an airport charge to add one, which is more expensive than booking online.
What is the easyJet Plus cabin bag allowance?
easyJet Plus members can take one small under-seat cabin bag and one large cabin bag (up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm) on board for free.
Sources
Based on easyJet’s published 2026 cabin bag policy, including the easyJet cabin bags page. Checked June 2026 — sizes and fees change, so confirm with easyJet before booking.
Reviewed by Muhammad Umar Khan
Founder and editor of TripBuffer. Reviewed against official airport, airline and transport-provider information. For our research standards, see the Editorial Policy.