airBaltic Hand Luggage
airBaltic hand luggage: size & weight limits
airBaltic allows a cabin bag of 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), max 8 kg (18 lb) — but only from the BASIC fare up; MINI is personal item only. The free under-seat bag can measure up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in).
Allowance at a glance
| Bag | Max size | Max weight | Included? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal item (under the seat)Counts toward the 8 kg cabin total. | 40 × 30 × 15 cm15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in | No fixed limit | Included |
| Cabin bag (overhead bin)8 kg is the combined limit for both cabin items. | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg18 lb | Only from the BASIC fare up; MINI is personal item only |
Worth knowing
- Checked bags may be up to 100 x 50 x 80 cm.
- A paid 12 kg cabin bag upgrade adds priority boarding.
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Figures reviewed 2026-08-09. Always confirm on the official airBaltic baggage page
Frequently asked questions
What size cabin bag does airBaltic allow?
airBaltic's cabin bag limit is 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in) with a weight limit of 8 kg (18 lb). It is not included in the basic fare — you get it from the BASIC fare up; MINI is personal item only.
What is airBaltic's personal item size?
The small bag must fit under the seat in front of you and can measure up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in). It is included with every fare.
Is the larger cabin bag free on airBaltic?
No. On airBaltic the larger cabin bag is available from the BASIC fare up; MINI is personal item only — only the small under-seat bag is included in the basic fare.
What happens if my bag is too big at the gate?
If your bag doesn't fit the sizer, it is checked into the hold and you pay a gate fee — typically the most expensive way to bring a bag. Measure your bag including wheels and handles before you fly, and check the current rules on airBaltic's official baggage page.
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