Aer Lingus carry-on size and personal item rules
- Europe
- Full-service
- Verified 28 September 2026
Aer Lingus (EI) includes only a personal item of 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) on its Saver fare; a cabin bag of 55 × 40 × 24 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.4 in) and 10 kg (22 lb) costs extra. Aer Lingus counts wheels and handles in this size. Verified on 28 September 2026 from the official Aer Lingus baggage page.
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Aer Lingus carry-on allowance by fare
| Fare | Route / class | Personal item | Cabin bag | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saver(standard) | All routes · Economy | 40×30×20 cm | Paid option: 55×40×24 cm, 10 kg | cabin bag 10 kg |
| Plus, Advantage, AerSpace | All routes · All classes | 40×30×20 cm | 55×40×24 cm, 10 kg | cabin bag 10 kg |
| All fares (transatlantic flights) | All routes · All classes | 40×30×20 cm | 55×40×24 cm, 10 kg | cabin bag 10 kg |
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What to know about Aer Lingus carry-on rules
- Aer Lingus (Ireland) flies mostly out of DUB; United Kingdom, United States, Spain, France and Portugal are among its key markets.
- Unlike 66 of the 80 verified airlines on this site, Aer Lingus does not include a sized cabin bag in its Saver fare.
- On Aer Lingus, a standard US carry-on of 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) is 0.9 cm (0.3 in) too big on the length (limit: 55×40×24 cm).
- A typical European cabin case of 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) fits exactly at the limit on the length when measured against Aer Lingus' 55×40×24 cm.
- Aer Lingus publishes 3 different allowances: 2 of the 3 include a cabin bag; on Saver the cabin bag is a paid extra.
- Aer Lingus' official text counts wheels and handles in the 55×40×24 cm cabin bag limit.
- Exceptions noted on the official Aer Lingus page: “Alternatively, drop your bag off at the check-in desk or bag drop kiosk (available in Dublin, Shannon and London) when check-in opens and collect it again at the bag carousel when you land. This option is free.”
Aer Lingus carry-on questions
- Does the Plus, Advantage, AerSpace fare of Aer Lingus include a cabin bag?
- Yes. Aer Lingus' Plus, Advantage, AerSpace fare includes a cabin bag of 55 × 40 × 24 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.4 in) and 10 kg (22 lb).
- Does Aer Lingus have a weight limit for carry-on bags?
- Yes. On the Saver fare, Aer Lingus publishes 10 kg (22 lb) for the cabin bag.
- Will a 55 × 40 × 20 cm carry-on fit Aer Lingus' limit?
- Yes: against Aer Lingus' 55×40×24 cm limit, a hard 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) case fits exactly at the limit on the length.
- How big can a personal item be on Aer Lingus?
- Aer Lingus allows a personal item of 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) on the Saver fare, stowed under the seat in front.
- Do wheels and handles count in Aer Lingus' carry-on size?
- Yes. Aer Lingus' official page says the 55×40×24 cm limit includes wheels and handles.
Airlines related to Aer Lingus
- Ryanair carry-on size — also based in the same country
- Air Europa carry-on size — full-service airline from Europe
- Air France carry-on size — full-service airline from Europe
- Austrian Airlines carry-on size — full-service airline from Europe
- Finnair carry-on size — full-service airline from Europe
- Iberia carry-on size — full-service airline from Europe
Official sources
- https://www.aerlingus.com/prepare/bags/carry-on-baggage/ — checked on 28 September 2026