Jetstar Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Jetstar official website

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Quick Answer

Jetstar allows 7 kg of carry-on baggage for free on standard fares. Checked baggage is not included in basic fares and is cheaper when pre-purchased online.

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size	1 main item (56x36x23 cm) and 1 small item. Total weight 7 kg (14 kg for Business or with +7kg top-up).
Personal Item	1 small item that fits under the seat (e.g., purse, laptop bag, small backpack). Must be carried outside main item.

Checked Baggage Fees

Item	Fee / Details
Included Bags	Economy Starter: 0 bags. Economy Starter Plus: 20 kg. Economy Starter Max/Business: 30 kg. Max 40 kg total per passenger.
1st Checked Bag	From AUD 55 (approx. $35 USD) for 15kg domestic if purchased at airport; cheaper if pre-purchased online.
2nd Checked Bag	Charged by total weight, not per bag. Excess weight is AUD 30 (approx. $20 USD) per kg domestic at airport.
Overweight Fee	AUD 30 (approx. $20 USD) per kg domestic, AUD 50 (approx. $35 USD) per kg international at airport.
Oversized Fee	AUD 25 (approx. $16 USD) per item (any side > 100cm) domestic/international.
Max Weight	32 kg per bag
Max Dimensions	No strict linear limit, but items > 100cm on any side incur oversized fee.

International Baggage Rules

Airport baggage fees are higher (e.g., AUD 170 for first 20kg). Excess weight is AUD 50 per kg.

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Items > 100cm (e.g., surfboards, skis) incur AUD 25 oversized fee per item. Must fit within purchased weight allowance.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments (<7kg, 85x36x23cm) allowed as carry-on. Larger instruments (7-15kg) require extra seat. >15kg must be checked.

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1Pre-purchase baggage online, it's much cheaper than at the airport.
2Buy a bundle (Starter Plus/Max) if you need checked bags.
3Weigh your carry-on; they strictly enforce the 7kg limit.
4Add the +7kg carry-on top-up if you only need a little extra weight.

Did You Know?

Jetstar charges for checked bags by total weight rather than per piece, allowing you to bring multiple bags as long as they are within your weight limit. They also offer a unique '+7kg Extra Carry-On' option to double your cabin allowance to 14kg.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jetstar charge for checked bags?▼

Jetstar charges From AUD 55 (approx. $35 USD) for 15kg domestic if purchased at airport; cheaper if pre-purchased online. for the first checked bag and Charged by total weight, not per bag. Excess weight is AUD 30 (approx. $20 USD) per kg domestic at airport. for the second bag.

What is Jetstar's carry-on bag size limit?▼

Jetstar carry-on allowance: 1 main item (56x36x23 cm) and 1 small item. Total weight 7 kg (14 kg for Business or with +7kg top-up).. 1 small item that fits under the seat (e.g., purse, laptop bag, small backpack). Must be carried outside main item.

Does Jetstar include free checked bags in economy?▼

No, Jetstar does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Starter: 0 bags. Economy Starter Plus: 20 kg. Economy Starter Max/Business: 30 kg. Max 40 kg total per passenger.

What is Jetstar's overweight baggage fee?▼

AUD 30 (approx. $20 USD) per kg domestic, AUD 50 (approx. $35 USD) per kg international at airport.

Can I bring sports equipment on Jetstar?▼

Items > 100cm (e.g., surfboards, skis) incur AUD 25 oversized fee per item. Must fit within purchased weight allowance.

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Jetstar Baggage Policy (2026)

Quick Answer

Carry-On Baggage

Checked Baggage Fees

International Baggage Rules

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Musical Instruments

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

Did You Know?

Frequently Asked Questions

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