Virgin Atlantic Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: May 2026 · Source: Virgin Atlantic official website

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Quick Answer

Virgin Atlantic allows one carry-on bag (10 kg) and a personal item for free. Checked bags are included in all fares except Economy Light, which charges $75 for the first bag.

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size	1 piece up to 10 kg (22 lbs) with max dimensions 23 x 36 x 56 cm (9 x 14 x 22 in) for Economy and Premium. Upper Class allows 2 pieces up to 16 kg combined (max 12 kg per bag).
Personal Item	1 personal item allowed (handbag, small backpack, pocketbook, or purse) in addition to carry-on allowance. Must not be used to contain items that would otherwise be regarded as baggage.

Checked Baggage Fees

Item	Fee / Details
Included Bags	Economy Light: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Delight: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium: 2 bags (23 kg each). Upper Class: 2 bags (32 kg each).
1st Checked Bag	$75 USD (65 GBP) for Economy Light on US/Canada flights, $75 USD (80 GBP) on other routes. Free for Classic/Delight.
2nd Checked Bag	$100 USD (65 GBP) for Economy Light and Classic/Delight on US/Canada flights. $100 USD (80 GBP) on other routes. Free for Premium and Upper Class.
Overweight Fee	$100 USD (65 GBP) for overweight bags (up to 32 kg) on most routes.
Oversized Fee	$300 USD (200 GBP) for oversized bags on most routes.
Max Weight	23 kg per bag
Max Dimensions	90 x 75 x 43 cm (35.5 x 29.5 x 16 in) per piece

International Baggage Rules

UK/US to Nigeria, India, Pakistan, and UK to Australia include 2 checked bags (23 kg) as standard in Economy Classic/Delight. UK to South America includes 3 checked bags in Upper Class.

Special Items

Sports Equipment

One piece of sports equipment (max 23 kg, 190 x 75 x 65 cm) can be carried as part of the checked baggage allowance. If in addition to allowance, extra baggage fees apply.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments can be taken as hand baggage if within 23 x 36 x 56 cm and 10 kg. Larger instruments require purchasing an extra seat (max 75 kg / 165 lbs, max 30 cm / 12 in above seat cushion).

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1Book Economy Classic instead of Economy Light to get a free checked bag.
2Join Flying Club Gold for an extra free checked bag (23 kg) on all Virgin Atlantic operated flights.
3Pay for extra bags online in advance rather than at the airport to save money.
4Ensure your carry-on is under 10 kg to avoid having to check it.

Did You Know?

Flying Club Gold members get an extra piece of luggage (up to 23 kg) for free on all Virgin Atlantic operated flights. Lap infants get 1 free checked bag (23 kg) except in Economy Light. Upper Class passengers can bring a garment bag up to 20 cm (8 inches) thick as part of their hand baggage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Virgin Atlantic charge for checked bags?▼

Virgin Atlantic charges $75 USD (65 GBP) for Economy Light on US/Canada flights, $75 USD (80 GBP) on other routes. Free for Classic/Delight. for the first checked bag and $100 USD (65 GBP) for Economy Light and Classic/Delight on US/Canada flights. $100 USD (80 GBP) on other routes. Free for Premium and Upper Class. for the second bag.

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

Virgin Atlantic carry-on allowance: 1 piece up to 10 kg (22 lbs) with max dimensions 23 x 36 x 56 cm (9 x 14 x 22 in) for Economy and Premium. Upper Class allows 2 pieces up to 16 kg combined (max 12 kg per bag).. 1 personal item allowed (handbag, small backpack, pocketbook, or purse) in addition to carry-on allowance. Must not be used to contain items that would otherwise be regarded as baggage.

Does Virgin Atlantic include free checked bags in economy?▼

No, Virgin Atlantic does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Light: 0 bags. Economy Classic/Delight: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium: 2 bags (23 kg each). Upper Class: 2 bags (32 kg each).

What is Virgin Atlantic's overweight baggage fee?▼

$100 USD (65 GBP) for overweight bags (up to 32 kg) on most routes.

Can I bring sports equipment on Virgin Atlantic?▼

One piece of sports equipment (max 23 kg, 190 x 75 x 65 cm) can be carried as part of the checked baggage allowance. If in addition to allowance, extra baggage fees apply.

More Virgin Atlantic Information

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