Norwegian Air Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Norwegian Air's LowFare only includes a small underseat bag, while LowFare+ and Flex include an overhead carry-on. Checked bags are not included in LowFare and cost $20 domestic or $19-$45 international for the first bag when purchased before check-in.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Norwegian Air (DY) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | LowFare: 1 underseat bag (30x40x20 cm, 10 kg max). LowFare+ and Flex: 1 underseat bag + 1 overhead bag (55x40x23 cm), combined weight 10 kg (LowFare+) or 15 kg (Flex). |
| Personal Item | 1 underseat bag: 30x40x20 cm. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Everyone can also bring one airport shopping bag. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | LowFare: 0 bags. LowFare+: 1 bag (23 kg). Flex: 2 bags (23 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | $20 domestic, $19-$45 international (purchased before check-in) |
| Second Bag Fee | $29.90 domestic, $28-$46 international (purchased before check-in) |
| Overweight Fee | $15 per kg, per leg for bags weighing over 23 kg (up to 32 kg max) |
| Oversized Fee | Bags exceeding 250x79x112 cm or 300 cm circumference are not accepted. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 250 x 79 x 112 cm (L x H x W) with max circumference 300 cm |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Ski/snowboard, golf, surfboard, bike, fishing, and diving equipment: $40 online or $50 at airport per item each way. Max 23 kg per bag. Bikes must be in hard cases or have pedals removed/tires deflated. E-bikes not allowed.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (up to 90x35x20 cm) allowed as carry-on. Larger instruments (up to 140x46x30 cm) require booking a separate seat. Checked instruments must be in hard cases; $50 per item each way plus excess weight fees if over 23 kg. Double basses require advance booking.
International Rules
Hand baggage limits are the same. First checked bag fee is $19-$45 for international flights compared to $20 domestic. Second checked bag fee is $28-$46 international compared to $29.90 domestic. Overhead cabin bag fee is $15.90-$29.90 international compared to $13.90 domestic.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Book LowFare+ or Flex if you need checked bags or an overhead carry-on. 2. Pre-purchase checked bags online before check-in to save up to 50% compared to airport prices. 3. Ensure your combined hand baggage weight doesn't exceed 10 kg (LowFare+) or 15 kg (Flex) to avoid gate check fees. 4. Pack heavy items in your pockets or wear them, as hand baggage is strictly weighed.
Unique Nuances
Norwegian strictly enforces a combined weight limit for hand baggage (10 kg for LowFare+, 15 kg for Flex) rather than just individual bag limits. They explicitly allow one airport shopping bag in addition to your ticket allowance. Small checked bags (up to 10 kg and 55x40x23 cm) can be purchased at the airport for $30.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Norwegian Air charge for checked bags?
- Norwegian Air charges $20 domestic, $19-$45 international (purchased before check-in) for the first checked bag and $29.90 domestic, $28-$46 international (purchased before check-in) for the second bag.
- What is Norwegian Air's carry-on bag size limit?
- Norwegian Air carry-on allowance: LowFare: 1 underseat bag (30x40x20 cm, 10 kg max). LowFare+ and Flex: 1 underseat bag + 1 overhead bag (55x40x23 cm), combined weight 10 kg (LowFare+) or 15 kg (Flex).. 1 underseat bag: 30x40x20 cm. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Everyone can also bring one airport shopping bag.
- Does Norwegian Air include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Norwegian Air does not include free checked bags in basic economy. LowFare: 0 bags. LowFare+: 1 bag (23 kg). Flex: 2 bags (23 kg each).
- What is Norwegian Air's overweight baggage fee?
- $15 per kg, per leg for bags weighing over 23 kg (up to 32 kg max)
- Can I bring sports equipment on Norwegian Air?
- Ski/snowboard, golf, surfboard, bike, fishing, and diving equipment: $40 online or $50 at airport per item each way. Max 23 kg per bag. Bikes must be in hard cases or have pedals removed/tires deflated. E-bikes not allowed.
- What are Norwegian Air baggage fees?
- Norwegian Air baggage fees are $20 domestic, $19-$45 international (purchased before check-in) for the first checked bag and $29.90 domestic, $28-$46 international (purchased before check-in) for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $15 per kg, per leg for bags weighing over 23 kg (up to 32 kg max). Hand baggage limits are the same. First checked bag fee is $19-$45 for international flights compared to $20 domestic. Second checked bag fee is $28-$46 international compared to $29.90 domestic. Overhead cabin bag fee is $15.90-$29.90 international compared to $13.90 domestic.