Virgin Atlantic Baggage Allowance

Virgin Atlantic allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 56 × 36 × 23 cm (approximately 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 inches). The maximum weight for a Virgin Atlantic carry-on is 10 kg (22 lb). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with Virgin Atlantic before your trip, as policies can change.

Yes, Virgin Atlantic includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. The weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

If your carry-on exceeds Virgin Atlantic's size limits of 56 × 36 × 23 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. Virgin Atlantic may charge a fee: From £65/$75 for 1st extra bag; £65/$100 for 2nd; £140/$200 for 3rd+; overweight £65/$100; oversi. Passenger reports show carry-ons sometimes weighed at check-in (e.g., LAX); size tags used; stricter on peak flights and for heavy-looking bags

On Virgin Atlantic flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. Virgin Atlantic requires personal items to be no larger than 40 × 30 × 15 cm. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.

Virgin Atlantic allows personal items up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (approximately 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets Virgin Atlantic's requirements.

Checked bags on Virgin Atlantic are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. Each checked bag on Virgin Atlantic can weigh up to 23 kg (51 lb). Maximum dimensions: 90 × 75 × 43 cm. Note that Economy Light and Economy Light fares may not include this allowance. Additional bag fees on Virgin Atlantic: From £65/$75 for 1st extra bag; £65/$100 for 2nd; £140/$200 for 3rd+; overweight £65/$100; oversi.

Virgin Atlantic allows checked bags up to 90 × 75 × 43 cm. That is approximately 208 cm (82 inches) in total linear dimensions (length + width + height). The maximum weight is 23 kg (51 lb). Note that Economy Light and Economy Light fares may not include this allowance.

The carry-on weight limit on Virgin Atlantic is 10 kg (22 lb). Your carry-on must also fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. Virgin Atlantic may weigh your carry-on at the gate, so pack accordingly. Passenger reports show carry-ons sometimes weighed at check-in (e.g., LAX); size tags used; stricter on peak flights and for heavy-looking bags

Yes, Virgin Atlantic charges for checked baggage. Checked bags are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. Virgin Atlantic baggage fees: From £65/$75 for 1st extra bag; £65/$100 for 2nd; £140/$200 for 3rd+; overweight £65/$100; oversi... Note that Economy Light and Economy Light fares may not include this allowance.

To avoid extra baggage fees on Virgin Atlantic: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (56 × 36 × 23 cm); maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your Virgin Atlantic fare (From £65/$75 to add first checked bag (Economy Light) per direction). Planning ahead with Virgin Atlantic can save you significant fees at the airport.