Porter Airlines Hand Luggage
Porter Airlines hand luggage: size & weight limits
Porter Airlines allows a cabin bag of 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.5 × 15.5 × 9 in), with no fixed weight limit — but only from the Standard fare up; Basic must buy it. The free under-seat bag can measure up to 43 × 33 × 16 cm (17 × 13 × 6 in).
Allowance at a glance
| Bag | Max size | Max weight | Included? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal item (under the seat)Allowed on all fares including Basic. | 43 × 33 × 16 cm17 × 13 × 6 in | No fixed limit | Included |
| Cabin bag (overhead bin)No published weight limit. | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.5 × 15.5 × 9 in | No fixed limit | Only from the Standard fare up; Basic must buy it |
Worth knowing
- The Basic fare permits the personal item only.
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Figures reviewed 2026-08-09. Always confirm on the official Porter Airlines baggage page
Frequently asked questions
What size cabin bag does Porter Airlines allow?
Porter Airlines's cabin bag limit is 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.5 × 15.5 × 9 in), with no fixed weight limit. It is not included in the basic fare — you get it from the Standard fare up; Basic must buy it.
What is Porter Airlines's personal item size?
The small bag must fit under the seat in front of you and can measure up to 43 × 33 × 16 cm (17 × 13 × 6 in). It is included with every fare.
Is the larger cabin bag free on Porter Airlines?
No. On Porter Airlines the larger cabin bag is available from the Standard fare up; Basic must buy it — 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 Porter Airlines's official baggage page.
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