If you’re planning to travel to or from the United States with British Airways, it’s important to be aware of the airline’s baggage policy. This is especially important with this particular airline as it does things a little differently compared to most other non-U.S. carriers.
This post will describe British Airways’ carry-on and checked baggage rules, allowances, and limits. We will also cover the baggage fees you should expect if you decide to buy extra bags. If you plan to travel with sports equipment or musical instruments, we’ll explain what you need to be aware of, to avoid any surprises when you arrive at the airport.
Carry On Baggage Policy
Let&#;s begin with British Airways’ carry-on baggage policy.
Carry On Baggage Allowance
British Airways allows one carry-on bag and one personal item. This carry-on baggage allowance is included with all cabin classes and ticket types.
Personal Item
Size Limit
Your personal item can be no larger than 16 x 12 x 6 inches (40 x 30 x 15 centimeters).
Weight Limit
Your personal item must weigh no more than 51 pounds (23 kilograms).
The personal item must be able to fit under the seat in front of you.
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British Airways hand luggage allowance in economy and business class in
The hand luggage allowance is common for all economy-class passengers and business-class travelers on British Airways flights. In this article, you will find out the detailed hand luggage rules of British Airways in
British Airways hand luggage weight and size
British Airways allows you to travel with one cabin bag on the plane. It can be a trolley carry-on, duffel bag, backpack, or other type of travel bag.
The British Airways cabin bag size should be up to 56x45x25cm (22x18x10in) including wheels and handles.
The allowed cabin bag weight is up to 23 kg (51lb).
A cabin bag is allowed into the cabin, subject to available space. Some cabin bags could be transported in the plane&#;s cargo hold due to a lack of space in the overhead lockers on fully booked flights.
Additional hand luggage on British Airways flights
British Airways allows all passengers to bring the second small bag as free additional hand luggage. It can be a handbag, small backpack, or laptop bag.
The second hand luggage bag should fit 40x30x15cm (16x12x6in) dimensions and weigh up to 23 kg (51lb).
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Carry-On Allowance
British Airways passengers are allowed one (1) piece of hand baggage plus a laptop or handbag.
- Your main piece of hand luggage must not exceed the dimensions 22" x 18" x 10" (56cm x 45cm x 25cm), including the handle, pockets and wheels. It must be able to fit into the bag gauge, available at the check-in area.
- Your laptop or handbag must not exceed the dimensions 18" x 14" x 8" (45cm x 36cm x 20cm), including the handle and pockets and must be able to fit under the seat in front of you.
REMINDER: Bulkhead seats do not have underseat storage during take-off and landing.
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Checked Baggage Allowance
For travel on all flights EXCEPT to/from Brazil, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and connecting journeys between India and USA/Bermuda/Canada:
- World Traveler, Euro Traveler, UK Domestic (Economy): 1 bag free weighing 23kg (51 lb)
- World Traveler, Euro Traveler, UK Domestic (full-fare Economy): 2 bags free weighing 23kg (51 lb)
- World Traveler Plus (Premium Economy): 2 bags free weighing 23kg (51 lb)
- Club Europe (Business): 2 bags free weighing 32kg(70 lb)
- First Club World (Business): 3 bags free weighing 32 kg (70 lb)
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