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Virgin Atlantic Baggage Fees & Allowance
Virgin Atlantic Baggage Fees & Allowance — Summary
Virgin Atlantic carry-on size limits, checked bag fees, weight limits, overweight and oversize charges, and who gets bags free. Updated policy summary with booking help.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Personal item: One personal item plus a cabin bag on all fares..
- Carry-on bag: One cabin bag up to 10 kg (22 lbs) plus a personal item.
- First checked bag: Included on Economy Classic and above; charged on Economy Light..
- Second checked bag: Charged in Economy; included in Premium and Upper Class..
Personal item
One personal item plus a cabin bag on all fares.
Carry-on bag
One cabin bag up to 10 kg (22 lbs) plus a personal item. Because Virgin Atlantic flies widebodies exclusively, bin space is generous and gate-checking is rare even on full flights. Maximum dimensions: 56 x 36 x 23 cm.
First checked bag
Included on Economy Classic and above; charged on Economy Light.
Second checked bag
Charged in Economy; included in Premium and Upper Class.
Weight limits
23 kg (51 lbs) per bag across all cabins, with multiple bags in premium cabins rather than heavier ones.
Overweight bag charges
Over 23 kg is not permitted as a single bag on most fares — split the load rather than paying a heavy bag charge.
Oversize bag charges
Over 90 x 75 x 43 cm attracts an oversize charge.
Who gets bags free
Additional bags for Flying Club Silver and Gold members.
Sports and special equipment
Sports equipment including surfboards and golf bags is carried, with advance notification for some items.
Virgin Atlantic baggage allowance & fees — common questions
What is the Virgin Atlantic carry-on size limit?
56 x 36 x 23 cm including wheels and handles. One cabin bag up to 10 kg (22 lbs) plus a personal item. Because Virgin Atlantic flies widebodies exclusively, bin space is generous and gate-checking is rare even on full flights.
How much does a checked bag cost on Virgin Atlantic?
Included on Economy Classic and above; charged on Economy Light. A second bag: Charged in Economy; included in Premium and Upper Class.
What is the Virgin Atlantic checked baggage weight limit?
23 kg (51 lbs) per bag across all cabins, with multiple bags in premium cabins rather than heavier ones. Over 23 kg is not permitted as a single bag on most fares — split the load rather than paying a heavy bag charge.
Can I get a free checked bag on Virgin Atlantic?
Additional bags for Flying Club Silver and Gold members.
More Virgin Atlantic help
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